My violin bow bounces too much

Here are some possible reasons for a bouncing bow, and how to fix it: – Uneven pressure and tension. Correct your bow grip to reduce excessive pressure, which can be one of the primary offenders for a bouncing bow. Keep your grip soft (but also not too loose), and your thumb relaxed.

1. Why does my bow jump?
2. How do I improve my violin bow control?

Why does my bow jump?

There are 2 common causes for bouncing bow. Often there is a combination of the 2 at play. Your bow is too tight. You have tension in your bow arm.

How do I improve my violin bow control?

4 Tips for Improving Your Violin Bowing Technique

1. Hold the bow correctly. How you hold the bow determines the pressure and angle of the bow on the strings. ...
2. Keep your elbow at a right-angle. ...
3. Keep that bow in the middle - and the middle. ...
4. Keep the bow flat on the strings.