Perform More! 3 Genius Steps for Booking More Paying Gigs
"A violin should be played with love, or not at all," said the Czech writer and musician Joseph Wechsberg. How about playing the violin with love and for money, Wechsberg? [...]
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No matter your skill level — from student to concertmaster in a symphony — our bow makers work tirelessly to provide innovative carbon fiber bows that will elevate your performance. Ready to see how it works?
Here’s Why Your Violin, Viola, or Cello Bow Is Warped (and How to Prevent It)
Some string players say a little bow warp is A-OK. Read a few violin forums, and you'll find that some people believe a "bend to the left [is] good, to [...]
How to Select the Best Student Violin Bow
“When you play a violin piece, you are a storyteller, and you’re telling a story,” violinist and conductor Joshua Bell said. As a new player, you’ve just cracked open your [...]
How Much Does a Violin Bow Cost and How Much Should You Spend?
Violin bow prices vary by type, material, and quality. While you can find violin bows for sale online for as little as $10, you'll undoubtedly get what you pay for. [...]
8 Questions Every New Violinist Has Asked At Least Once
Learning to play the violin is like learning a new language and culture — both exciting and foreign. You’ll hear different words, engage with a new instrument, and discover unknown [...]
How Often Should I Change My Violin Bow Hair?
While the horsehair on your bow is incredibly strong, it doesn't last forever. The hairs become hard and brittle after months and months of playing or as seasons change in [...]
Is Carbon Fiber the Best Material for Violin Bows vs Wood?
Learn the science behind carbon fiber and what makes it not only superior for use in violin bows, but also how it's a superior material in many applications.
How to Apply Rosin to a New Bow: The Bow Makers Guide
Learn how to rosin a violin bow from Codabow, the pioneers of the original carbon fiber bow. You'll learn how to pick rosin, apply it correctly, and more.
Carbon Fiber vs. Wood Violin Bows: Choosing the Best Bow
To truly pull the best sound from your instrument and your technique, you must give yourself the tools you need to succeed. Throughout history, the violin bow has been the [...]
CodaBow Marquise GS Review!
Peter Flanagan, Cellist for the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra in Europe, reviews the CodaBow Marquise GS and shares his first experiences and relationship with the bow. "I just remember the joy [...]
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