How
To Play The Mouthbow
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The mouthbow is a fun and easy traditional instrument to
The
mouth bow is not too difficult to get the hang of. You tune the string up until
you get it into a bow shape, not too tight so as to break the string but just
until it sounds good. Hold the bow just up from the center with the string
facing away. Place the end of the bow against your cheek and make an O shape
with your mouth. With the other hand holding a guitar pick, strum up and down on
the string. That's a start. Next try changing the shape of your mouth and
opening and closing your throat to vary the tone. Slight pressure on the bow
will make it bend loosening the string and lowering the pitch.
Once you've mastered this, there's no telling what heights you can take
it to. I've heard of bows with built-in reeds that sell for over $150. You
probably need to wear a tux to play that one;-)
Enjoy, and have fun.
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