Suzuki Violins
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 Suzuki Study 24 Harmonica Tremolo Harps Key of C Do New in Box  US $7.95
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 Firecracker by Lisa Loeb CD Nov 1997 Geffen US $3.99
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![Whitey Ford Sings the Blues PA] by Everlast CD Sep 1998 Tommy Boy](http://www.dialectmusic.com/images/e/221025944435_0.jpg) Whitey Ford Sings the Blues PA] by Everlast CD Sep 1998 Tommy Boy US $1.50
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 Suzuki 1 8 violin wcase bow Nagoya Japan 280 made in 1980 nice little fiddle US $89.00
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 Everlast Whitey Ford Sings the Blues US $3.00
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 Lot of 4 SUZUKI VIOLIN SCHOOL Volumes 1 2 3 4 US $.99
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 CD Firecracker by Lisa Loeb 1997 GEFFEN 12TR 02083122992030 VERY GOOD US $.99
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 Crawling Wind by Univers Zero CD Oct 2001 Cuneiform Records US $8.00
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 Lisa Loeb Firecracker CD US $.99
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 Suzuki Violin School Volume 1 CD Nadien US $14.00
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 Suzuki 1983 Violin with Case Bow US $400.00
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 Suzuki Violin School Volume 3 Music and Accompaniment CD US $4.99
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 Anton Becker copie Antonius Stradivarius No 1107 violin Made in Germany US $250.00
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 SUZUKI VIOLIN SCHOOL VOLUME 5 CD US $7.70
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Suzuki Violin School CD, Volume 1
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Bach: Sacred Masterpieces
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Baroque Arias Vol. 2
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Violin Lessons - AMP - Beginner Violin Lessons on DVD with Music Book Written for a Learning Violinist and Fingering Charts, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee 152
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Violin Lessons - AMP - Starter Package- Beginner Violin Lessons on DVD with Music Book Written for a Learning Violinist and Fingering Charts, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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If you own a violin or a cello, you actually own two instruments: a violin and a violin bow, or a cello and a cello bow. Many people do not realiae this, but a well selected and well taken care bow is as important as a violin or a cello. A good, hand made quality bow will appreciate in value over time, very much like a quality hand crafted violin or cello. Here, I will outline the important points you need to be aware of in taking care of your bow.
1. Hold your bow correctly
There is a correct way to hold this when you are not playing it, to ensure that you do not accidentally damage it if you do drop it. The safe way of holding your bow is at its pointed end. This way, if you accidentally drop it, it will land on the grip end which is stronger.
If you drop your bow with the pointed end down, the end will likely crack or split. This may alter the tone of the instrument. In extreme cases, the value of the bow will depreciate by 90%.
2. Loosen the bow when not in play
After playing, always loosen the horse hair so the tension does not damage the bow. Remember to turn the bow screw left to loosen the horse hair. A bow that is always on tight tension will cause it to arch and damage the structure of the bow.
3. Never touch the bow hair with your hands
Our hands and fingers are naturally oily. Never touch the horse hair with your hands as this will stain it and affect the playability of the instrument.
4. Do not expose your bow to the elements
Like violins or cellos, bows are also made of wood and hence organic. Do not expose it to harsh elements like extreme heat or cold. A good temperature gauge is what our body is used to.
5. Do not over rosin your bow
While rosins are required for the bow, do not over rosin it as this will cause an excessive build up of white powder on the horse hair. Too much rosin will also produce a harsh tone. Always wipe your bow clean with a soft cloth after playing.
From time to time, you will also need to engage the services of a professional luthier to rehair your bow. A good bow if well taken care of will last you a lifetime.
Contact Stradivari Strings if you are looking for a qualified luthier to repair or maintain your instrument. Services offered include bow re-hair, tonal adjustments, repair and restoration. To set up an appointment for a free repair quotation, contact Stradivari Strings now.
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