Superior Bowing Technique
Superior
Bowing Technique is the definitive treatise on all aspects
of bowing technique for the violin. Written by Lucien Capet,
translated from French to English by Margaret Schmidt and edited by
Stephen Shipps, the book is 187 pages in length.
Lucien Capet's concepts of bowing technique are completely revealed in this comprehensive volume. Along with the instructive text he has included exercises, studies and excerpts from the standard repertoire to clearly demonstrate the acquisition of Superior Bowing Technique.
Please read more about Lucien Capet and about this book on the other pages of this website. In particular the foreword to the book by Joseph Gingold will be of interest. Professor Gingold relates his memories of Capet and the Capet Quartet in concert.
In addition you may view and print some pages directly from the book.
The Bow Chart is a complete diagram explaining the divisions of the bow with a glossary of symbols used throughout the Superior Bowing Technique method by Lucien Capet. The chart is sized to fit into a violin case and printed with durable lamination. The bow chart is printed in the book, but it is convenient to keep an extra copy on the music stand for quick reference.