downbows

/ˈdaʊnboʊz/
noun
  1. Plural of downbow; multiple strokes of the bow moving from the frog toward the tip on a stringed instrument.
    • The violinist practiced smooth downbows to improve her tone.
    • The conductor asked for strong downbows from the entire string section.
    • The piece requires several downbows in a row for the dramatic opening.
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