Baroque violin bow hold

Baroque bows are typically held in the same way as modern bows, with the thumb on the underside of the stick towards the frog, though in the earlier Baroque period a "French grip" with the thumb positioned on the hair of the bow was also used.

1. How is the Baroque bow different?
2. How do you hold a baroque cello bow?
3. How much does a baroque violin bow cost?

How is the Baroque bow different?

Baroque bows are shorter, lighter, and more flexible, and have narrower horsehair. This type of bow encourages shorter bow strokes, subtle articulations, and shaping of individual notes, and allows for brilliant articulations of flurries of notes. Sustainability and powerful sound are less important.

How do you hold a baroque cello bow?

It is necessary to hold the bow in the right hand. One may hold it in three different ways. The first, which is the way used most often by the Italians, is to place the second, third, fourth, and fifth fingers on the stick at points A, B, C, and D with the thumb below the third finger at E.

How much does a baroque violin bow cost?

A professionally made baroque bow can cost around $2,000 – $3,000; relatively cheap, but too expensive for a student. Amazon and Ebay are awash with cheap "baroque" bows ranging in price from about $50 –$200, and Shar Music sells them for $200, though they are often on sale for less.