Violin bow position

Where Is the Bow Placed Between the Fingerboard and the Bridge of a Violin? It is best to place the bow somewhere in the middle of the fingerboard and the bridge. If it is too close to the bridge the sound will be scratchy, if it is too close to the fingerboard the sound won't have focus.

1. What is the correct way to hold a violin bow?
2. Why do violinists tilt their bow?

What is the correct way to hold a violin bow?

How to Hold the Fiddle Bow

1. Hold the bow with your left hand on a 45-degree angle, with the stick of the bow positioned above the hair of the bow.
2. Bend your right-hand thumb and place the thumb tip into the groove of the bow. ...
3. Place the tip of your pinkie on the screw of the bow, keeping your finger slightly curved.

Why do violinists tilt their bow?

You probably see players tilt their bow. They do this to: play softer. play smoother at the frog.