Bowing patterns for scales
( for those who like apples )
Here is a collection of bowing or rhythm patterns that you can apply to
your scales. It doesn't matter if you are doing 1 2 3 or 4 octave scales, though
I recommend a simple D major 1 octave for young violinists up to grade 4. This
is to keep the notes easy, as most ( though not all ) of the work lies in the
bowing hand. The left hand will still need to play perfectly in tune ! You need
to know how exactly to distribute your bow for each rhythm pattern. Lastly -
these rhythms can be applied to the violin, the viola or the cello. The
important point is to play them with a great style.
Above : Apple and Peach
Above : Apple and Toffee and ...
Above : Apple, cherry
Above: Apple and Pizza
Above : Strawberry and apple (middle of the bow)
Above : Apple and tangerine
Above: Apple pie, raspberry pie
Above : Apple and....
Above : Apple and mango
Above : Juice, lovely apple....
Above : Pie_ like to eat it now_ like to eat a ......
Above : Apple, sugar..
Above : Juice, I like apple juice, rest !
If you can think of some really good bowing patterns, then let us know, and
we will be happy to include them. Best of all practise them ! Of course, we
cannot list them all, but a few ideas, with guidance from your teacher will do
wonders to liven up your bowing technique !
