KATHY JUDD - VIOLIN, MUSIC & COMMON SENSE
a down-to-earth approach for stellar music-making
Updated: Jun 29, 2023
Would you spend $1000 on something worth $10? Of course not. In the same way, it rarely works to spend the whole bow on a short note. Would you spend so much cash on Monday you have nothing saved for something important on Friday? Likely not. Similarly, prudent spending of the bow on the beginning of a long note, allows spending for the important pinnacle. Planned bow distribution - it's worth it.
Welcome to My Blog! Please enjoy these thoughts on playing the violin, often written after assisting a student through a unique challenge...
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