February 23-27, 2026   Instructor: Anna Huthmaker-*BIO HERE*
Cost: $1,000.00
Capacity: 14 participants
Questions: info@huthmakerviolins.com
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Course Description

This week-long, fully hands-on course guides students through all the steps of rehairing bows for violin, viola, cello, and bass. Participants will learn the complete workflow—from safely handling and disassembling a bow to cleaning, lubricating, and polishing all its parts. Each day focuses on a specific stage of the process, ensuring students build practical, repeatable skills.

After the course, students will have a working knowledge of plug cutting, mortise preparation, hair selection, and finishing, along with the confidence to perform a full rehair independently. Tool lists are provided one month prior to class, allowing students to arrive prepared and ready to learn.

This class is ideal for players, teachers, aspiring luthiers, or anyone eager to understand the mechanics and care of string instrument bows on a deeper level.

All levels are welcome.

Topics to be covered include

• Learning to evaluate a bow and any work if might need.
• Safe removal of old hair.
• Complete cleaning, lubrication and polishing of all bow parts.
• Cutting new plugs for tip, frog and spreading wedge.
• Selecting and preparing bow hair, as well as tips for purchasing hair when you return home.
• Installing the hair and spreading wedge
• Trouble shooting bow issues
• Educating teachers and musicians about the myths of bows and hair.

Some basic materials will be provided as well as a tool list for participants to bring. More details will be shared with participants as the class approaches.