'What is the difference between an orchestral mute and a practice mute?'   It's a question we've been receiving a lot lately, which we'd like to think is due to the many orchestras that have resumed this year and an overall increase in practicing! With the many different types of mutes available for violin, viola, cello and double bass, it can be overwhelming...

The Jay Haide brand of violins, violas and cellos was established through years of experience by Ifshin Violins in California, USA. In this video Bows for Strings cellist, Wynn, demonstrates the bright, beautiful and powerful sound of the Jay Haide Euro Wood Statue model cello. Wynn plays two brief excerpts to demonstrate the upper and lower registers, giving you a sense of the...

As Melbourne enters a five day lockdown, please note that the Bows for Strings showroom will be closed from Saturday 13 February and reopening on Thursday 18 February. We would like to reassure our community that we are still here to help and support you. You will still be able to call us, chat with us online via our website or email us with any musical questions you...