Bowed string instruments are string instruments whose strings are played with a bow.
The bow, essentially a curved stick, exists in many different forms wherever bowed string instruments are played around the world. It is usually made of wood and strung with a bundle of horsehair, flax, or certain plant fibres, which are drawn across the strings to produce sound. The vibrations of the strings are transmitted through the bridge to the instrument's body (the soundbox), where they are amplified to create an audible tone.
Sound is produced by drawing the bow across the strings at approximately a 90-degree angle. The faster the bow moves, the greater the friction, resulting in a stronger sound. The point at which the bow contacts the string, in relation to the bridge, affects the amount of resistance the string offers to the bow. This, in turn, influences the speed and pressure with which the bow should be moved.
The quality of the sound is ultimately in your hands. Every movement you make has an effect on the tone, giving you endless possibilities for musical expression.
Music transcends borders. It speaks directly to the heart and forms a universal language understood across cultures. Wherever you travel, music accompanies life—bringing comfort in difficult times, celebrating joyful moments and connecting people through shared emotions.
At Vivaldi Music Lessons, you can learn from exceptional musicians specialising in the rich musical traditions of cultures from around the world.
Je ontdekt, leert en ontwikkelt creatief spelen op het gehoor!
De cursus bestaat uit 4 lessen en je speelt in groepsverband. Je speelt steeds met dezelfde deelnemers en behalve leerzaam is het zeker ook gezellig!
Voor iedereen boven de 16 met een strijkinstrument.
Je kunt meedoen als je alle noten op je instrument in de eerste positie beheerst.
Ervaring met improvisatie en noten lezen is niet nodig