In order to achieve control over our dynamics we need to work on three key elements with our bow arm. Bow speed, bow pressure and contact point (position between the bridge and fingerboard).
To play louder play closer to the bridge, draw the bow slower and apply more pressure. To play softer, play closer to the fingerboard and apply less pressure. Experiment with these 3 elements to find the ideal combination for what you are trying to achieve. Be your own teacher and ask yourself what makes you sound better and what makes you sound worse.
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Here is a post from ABitRusty. It is great for learning or teaching, even though it uses a guitar. The idea is the same for any instrument. This is great. https://fiddlerman.com/forum/breakroom/things-to-try-that-are-new/#p136185[reply]Mouse
Catch the great news on Thomas’ Audition! Visit here and congratulate Thomas. https://fiddlerman.com/forum/member-news/results-from-his-audition/#p136183Mouse
Read ABitRusty’s reply to Strabo in post 13 of this topic. Can you spot the words of wisdom? https://fiddlerman.com/forum/learning-to-play/keys/#spForumTopMouse
I would like to,highlight ABitRusty’s blog this week. He has been posting some wonderful videos.Mouse
There are many wonderful posts, this is just a highlight for this week. Check the forum for more of what interests you. As noted here, blogs are interesting, also.Recent Forum Posts
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By: Jim Dunleavy - Topic: Charleston International Music Competition
By: ELCBK - Topic: Regional Influence of Old Time in North Carolina
By: ABitRusty - Topic: What is Old-Time Music/What is Old-Time Fiddle?
By: ABitRusty - Topic: Clifftop 2023 - Southern Appalachian Stringband Music Festival
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- Topic: Patreon Finds