Re: DB question

bassman2 wrote:
My teacher has pointed out that I "bounce" my bow on the strings when
playing, something she tells me is quite common when starting out.

She suggests practicing by slowing down the bowing action, are there
any other tips on how to gradually correct this? Also, I find that if
I use my index finger to "hook" the bow, I seem to have more control,
is this counterproductive in the long run? I use a French bow.

Much appreciated

Best way to warmup, IMHO, is to play open strings back and forth, slow
bow speed and using the full length of the bow in each direction. Watch
the bow and where it contacts the string, try to keep the bow parallel
to the bridge and do all the other things your teacher tells you.

-S-


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