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Archive for October, 2008

Episode #9 is a listener questions episode. We answer two questions that were posted to the  BowTech website (Questions Page) about bow rehairs and playing fifths.  This episode goes up a day late as I was out of town performing–apologies!

Keep those questions coming!

best,

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Ron talks about how he picks the right bridge blanks to purchase and to carve and he gives his “quick adjustment” tips for the player on the run. We also field a question from Dewald in South Africa who asks about “playing in” an instrument–truth or fiction? Links:

Ron mentioned a product that vibrates the instrument. The claim is that it plays in the instrument. http://www.tonerite.com

“By simulating the very same physics of playing, in a safe and gentle manner (ToneRite applies less structural stress than playing yourself), the ToneRite is able to accomplish more than previously thought possible. According to our customers, in 24hrs the ToneRite accomplishes what would normally take 6 months worth of playing.”

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This week I address playing amplified–using pickups and mics. I also answer a question from the Bowtech Website–Nicole from Brooklyn speaks!

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This week Ron & I talk about the ins and outs of varnish, how it’s made and how to maintain it.

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