Articulation & Strokes

Spiccato

A controlled off-string stroke with a clear, repeatable rebound.

Common phrases: spiccato

5 reviewed clips

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0:00–0:33 · ai proposed

Spiccato: Letting the Bow Rebound

Ben Chan- Intro & Tarantella - Spiccato (3/3)

Use when
the player’s off-string stroke feels heavy, late, or inconsistent
Teaching summary
Let the bow rebound from a prepared, light contact rather than forcing a separate bounce. Keep the hand and arm released enough for the stroke to repeat.
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3:58–4:26 · ai proposed

Spiccato: Letting the Bow Rebound

Ben Chan- Intro & Tarantella - Ricochet (2/3)

Use when
the player’s off-string stroke feels heavy, late, or inconsistent
Teaching summary
Let the bow rebound from a prepared, light contact rather than forcing a separate bounce. Keep the hand and arm released enough for the stroke to repeat.
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4:09–4:44 · ai proposed

Spiccato: Letting the Bow Rebound

Ben Chan- How to Practice Moto Perpetuo (Paganini)

Use when
the player’s off-string stroke feels heavy, late, or inconsistent
Teaching summary
Let the bow rebound from a prepared, light contact rather than forcing a separate bounce. Keep the hand and arm released enough for the stroke to repeat.
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4:26–4:49 · ai proposed

Spiccato: Letting the Bow Rebound

IceFun's question on spiccato/sautille

Use when
the player’s off-string stroke feels heavy, late, or inconsistent
Teaching summary
Let the bow rebound from a prepared, light contact rather than forcing a separate bounce. Keep the hand and arm released enough for the stroke to repeat.
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6:41–7:21 · ai proposed

Spiccato: Letting the Bow Rebound

Ben Chan- Wieniawsi 2nd Violin Concerto 3rd Mvmt Opening

Use when
the player’s off-string stroke feels heavy, late, or inconsistent
Teaching summary
Let the bow rebound from a prepared, light contact rather than forcing a separate bounce. Keep the hand and arm released enough for the stroke to repeat.
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