The Bowzo helps violin players improve their bowing practice. It is a slotted plastic tubular device that clips easily onto the bridge/fingerboard and guides the bow at 90 � to the strings. Careful practice with the Bowzo trains violinists to see and feel straight bowing. Repeated use teaches muscle memory which remains once the Bowzo is removed.
Ideal for
- Warm up before lesson
- Use in the middle of practice sessions
- Practising scales with a long bow
- From � to Full Size Violin and Small Sized (14") Violas
How it works:
The Bowzo springs open and easily clips on to the bridge and fingerboard of the violin. Once attached, you place the bow inside the slot of the Bowzo and carefully practice your bowing technique The arrangement gives the user a visual frame of reference to see when they are bowing straight. It�s a great way for users to experience what it feels like to bow straight.
What it does:
- A temporary practice aid which provides visual feedback to the user when they are bowing straight
- Allows free bowing movement within a straight path
- Allows the user to see the fingerboard
- When bowing correctly and straight the bow does not touch the Bowzo apart from a light brushing on one side or the other. Used sensibly, it will not damage violin or bow.
What it doesn�t do:
- The Bowzo is not designed for continuous use or for use during concerts
but as an aid
to sensible learning and practice. - The Bowzo is not designed for development of the left hand.
- There is slight muting during practice with the Bowzo attached. However,
players
will achieve a better tone once a better bowing action is developed and the Bowzo is removed.
