🎻 Bowing Pattern Generator

For students

This tool helps you learn how to move the bow, not just which notes to play.

1. Choose a bowing pattern at the top.
2. Look at the arrows:
3. • ↓ = down bow
   • ↑ = up bow
3. Follow the pattern slowly and smoothly.
4. Count each box out loud as you play.
5. Change patterns often — this helps your bow feel relaxed and controlled.

Remember:
Good bowing = good sound.
Smooth bowing is more important than speed.

What the patterns mean

• Long bows
  One smooth bow per note. Use the whole bow.
• Half bows
  Use only half of the bow. Keep the sound even.
• Stop bow
  Play → stop the bow → then restart cleanly.
• Slurs (2 or 4 notes)
  Several notes on one bow without stopping.
• String crossings
  Change strings smoothly using small arm movements.

For parents

This generator supports technical consistency, which is essential for early violin learning.

It helps students:

• coordinate bow direction and rhythm
• avoid rushing or uneven sound
• build muscle memory without pressure
• practise independently with clarity

You do not need to correct bow hold or posture during this activity.
Simply encourage your child to:

• move slowly
• keep the bow straight
• stop if the sound becomes scratchy

Short, regular practice using this tool is far more effective than long sessions.

Practice suggestion

Use one pattern per day

Play the pattern on:

open strings, or a familiar tune 3–5 minutes is enough

Finish when the sound is calm and controlled.