Bow control

My bow changes make a bump or accent

The change is likely being produced by stopping, squeezing, or reversing too abruptly.

This governed route starts from what you can observe. It is source material and routing help, not a replacement for the current teacher seeing the player.

What you can observe

  • smooth bow changes
  • bow reversal
  • seamless bow

First bounded action

Reduce speed slightly before the end of the bow, keep the string engaged, and reverse without adding pressure.

How to check it

The direction changes while the sound remains continuous.

Stop condition

Stop once five changes are continuous at one dynamic.

What this route cannot tell you

This route can help name an observable violin problem and choose a bounded test. It does not override the learner's current teacher or diagnose an individual player from a webpage.

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