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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
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very hot very quickly. The trunk of a. car can
in summer to melt the varnish'
get hot
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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. Never leave a bass leaning on a
chair with the upper ribs leaning on the chair
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keep it clean and free of materialthat can
damage the hair. 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
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1. Soft cloth
2. Violin cleaner
5. Alcohol
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3. Oil polish
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