Baroque bow

A Baroque bow is a type of violin bow designed for music from the Baroque period (roughly 1600–1750). Unlike modern bows, it has a shorter length, a slightly curved stick, and a different weight distribution, which allows for more nuanced articulation and expressive playing characteristic of the era's music. The tension of the hair and the bow's design enable subtle control over sound and phrasing, matching the performance practices of composers like Bach and Handel. This bow style offers a historically authentic way to perform early string music, emphasizing a lighter, more delicate sound that aligns with Baroque aesthetics.