A spectacularly beautiful Tubbs

“On his website, Peter Hembrough writes that he’s open to financing options so that players on a budget can afford fine violin bows. He means it.

I approached Mr Hembrough to purchase a Tubbs violin bow, and he could not have been more kind, understanding, and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure buying from Mr Hembrough and I could not be more pleased with my purchase!”

Po Chen

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A busy month in the workshop

As you can see it has been a productive month in the workshop with three delightful new bows coming in from Switzerland, France and Germany. If you browse the fine bows section there are more details. Don’t hesitate to get in touch via email. 

If you are resident in the United Kingdom be aware finance schemes are available and interest free.

During these trying Coronavirus times why not seek solace artistically by upgrading your bow for greater artistic freedom?

See below the characteristic Tourte inspired head of a fine late James Tubbs bow, all the usual idiosyncrasies are present.

Summer sale

As is the tradition look carefully through the stock for a very real bargain. Many musicians have seen dozens of concerts cancelled, here, is a way of sustaining and helping them on their way.

Lamy pere

James Tubbs

Eugene Sartory

Eugene Sartory

Peter Hembrough Bows is very proud to offer these bows to the discerning violinist in search for the unique. The bows are Lamy pere, James Tubbs, and a sensational Gold and Tortoiseshell mounted Eugene Sartory. All three are a real joy to play!

Happy summer!

Just what bows did the great players use?

This is a common question that occurs quite frequently from requests from all around the globe. So below is the beginning of the definitive list. Most players have a stable of bows (Oistrakh used to buy a bunch on his trips to Paris) but also tend to have a favourite that they use more than others

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