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Bowed String Instruments

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The Physics of Musical Instruments

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Bowed string instruments have held a special place in music for many years. They form the backbone of the symphony orchestra, and they are widely used as solo instruments and in chamber music as well. They are instruments of great beauty and versatility. Unlike many other musical instruments, bowed string instruments have been the objects of considerable scientific study. Even so, their acoustical behavior is just beginning to be understood.

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    Neville H. Fletcher

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    Thomas D. Rossing

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Fletcher, N.H., Rossing, T.D. (1998). Bowed String Instruments. In: The Physics of Musical Instruments. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-21603-4_10

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