Category: Technique Focus

• Elbow First: The Bowing Tip Every Violinist Should Know

  

  What if I were to tell you that you’re not supposed to lead your bow strokes from your shoulder? Or that when you change strings your shoulder actually does less than you think? Now what if I were to tell you that the most important joint, in your arm was actually your elbow? That your…

  Jennifer Walls

  May 9, 2025

  For Educators, Practice Toolkit, Technique Focus

  bow technique, bowing, Music, student lessons., violin