Fiddle Technique Tutorial – Bow Hold

In this technique tutorial, Casey Willis discusses his Fiddle Bow Hold. There are many different approaches to a bow hold; this is how Casey recommends starting out. Get these fundamentals down and then move onto more advanced bow technique exercises!

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One Comment

  1. Does the thumb stay bent the entire time when bowing, whether at the tip, middle, or frog? Thanks

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