Name How to care for Your stringed Instrument (l) fi \\[., llil ',''--llil U il[ fl The bow Violin Storing and Resting .the Instrument The best way to prevent an expensive repair is to always remember that your instrument is made of very thin wood. A good case will give your instrument some protection when it is being carried or transported' Be sure to use a case that fits your instrument well' Your case should have a soft lining and some padding. Cello and bass bags are much lighter io .utty than wooden or fiberglass cases but they do not provide as much protection for the instrument. Never set the cello or bass down hard or suddenly when it is in a bag' When you aren't playing your instrument, keep it in its case and make sure that the latches are securely fastened. The best way to leave a cello case is on its side. lf you leave it standing up, it is easy to knock over, and damage can be sustained even when the cello is in its case' to avoid extreme temperatures and humidity. ln summer a car can get Be very careful O 1992 f . Weston Walch, Publisher Cello very hot very quickly. The trunk of a. car can in summer to melt the varnish' get hot "norgh frack the top, or loosen the glue that holds the instrument together. lf you have air conditioning in yor, .ui, the back seat is a safer place for your instrument to travel. In winter, dry cold air can cause cracks. Use a humidifier in the roorn where you keep your instrument' Keep it in away from heating vents. There are products repair shops to help keep the humidity in your initrument case. lf you live in a dry winter climate, you should use them. During breaks in rehearsal or practice, try to put youi instrument back into its case' lf this is not possible, place the cello and bass so that the bridge is noi likely to be bumpgd' lf placed on the floor, the instrument should rest on its path side with the bridge turned away from the of greatest traffic.lf the bass is placed upright in i corner, the bridge should be.turned toward the walls. 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The bow hair should be tightened when the bow is being used. Always loosen the bow hair when it isn't being used, leaving just a slight tension. The Bow The bow hair should be clean and fresh and should be rehaired occasionally. Always keep your fingers off the bow hair. Use a good quality rosin frequently. Hold the rosin in one hand. With the bow in the other hand move the hair across the top or corner of the rosin. To provide equal distribution of the rosin over the hair, make sure the hair moves slowly, evenly, and steadily over the rosin. Use only a little. Supplies Needed to Care Stringed Instrument Too much rosin makes a gritty sound. Not enough rosin keeps the hair from engaging properly. Carry the rosin in a plastic bag to O 1992 J. Weston Walch, Publisher 32 for the 1. Soft cloth 2. Violin cleaner 5. Alcohol 6. Petroleum jellY 3. Oil polish 4. Graphite 7. Rosin B. 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