Place the thumb on the bow stick, bent and resting near the frog
Keep the thumb relaxed and slightly curved
Rest the index finger on the bow stick, slightly forward of the thumb
Let the middle finger rest opposite the thumb
Place the ring finger next to the middle finger on the frog area
Let the pinky rest lightly on top of the bow stick near the end of the frog
Keep the fingers curved, not stiff
Hold the bow with a relaxed grip
Keep the wrist flexible
Maintain a straight bow hand line with the arm
Avoid squeezing the bow
Keep the hand balanced and controlled
