It's common knowledge that learning an instrument has many wonderful developmental benefits for children, and so many parents often ask us about our range of small instruments so they can start engaging their child in music at a young age. In our latest video we're focusing on small violins and violas for young players, in particular a 1/32 violin and 11" violas. Myles starts...

To our musical friends 'across the ditch', we are pleased to introduce international shipping to New Zealand! To begin with we are offering shipping for all violins, violas, strings and a wide range of our accessories. However please stay tuned for cellos and double basses. Bows for Strings is known for its extensive range of new, second-hand and antique instruments for all levels of musician from...

'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...