Artistry with the bow: Exploring the expressive possibilities of the right hand.

The article focuses on the pedagogy of expressive bowing for string players, emphasizing how students can develop control, sensitivity and emotional communication through careful awareness of bow technique, sound production and physical response. It highlights practical exercises, scale work and rep...

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Publicado en:Strad Vol. 136; no. 1628; pp. 80 - 83
Autor principal: ROBERTS, HANNAH
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Newsquest Specialist Media Dec2025
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Sumario:The article focuses on the pedagogy of expressive bowing for string players, emphasizing how students can develop control, sensitivity and emotional communication through careful awareness of bow technique, sound production and physical response. It highlights practical exercises, scale work and repertoire strategies, ranging from Bach's Cello Suites to Elgar's Cello Concerto, that help students explore bow distribution, sounding point variation and articulation.