Bowing Challenge

Version 1.0.40

Bowing Challenge generates random string crossing exercises for violin, viola, cello and double bass to develop sight-reading skills and agility. Exercises are printable and can be individually programmed for any level of difficulty. Included is a custom option for use in developing finger strength and pick speed on guitar and other string instruments.

  • Violin: A4 and E4 [Treble clef]
  • Viola: D4 and A4 [Alto clef]
  • Cello (open strings): D3 and A3 [Bass clef]
  • Cello (harmonics): D4 and A4 [Treble clef]
  • Double Bass (open strings): D3 and G3 [Bass clef]
  • Bass (harmonics): D4 and G4 [Treble clef]
  • Custom: any two notes, any clef
Available on the App Store

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Requires iOS 11.0 or later.

For violin, viola, cello, double bass and customizable settings for other instruments.

Unlimited, randomly generated exercises. Each practice session is unique!

With Bowing Challenge, you can practice in any key signature.

Very user-friendly and suitable for mastering both bowing and fingerpicking on a multitude of stringed instruments. [...] This app is a must-have for both string teachers and students.

- Kennedy75 on the App Store
How will Bowing Challenge help me?

Bowing Challenge will develop your sight-reading skills as well as your agility in playing your instrument. Since the Bowing Challenge exercises can be programmed for any level of difficulty, you will be able to steadily improve your skills year after year. The exercises will also help you develop finger strength and if you're using a pick, you'll see your pick speed increase as well. Did we mention that the exercises are printable?

What instruments are included?

The latest version includes violin, viola, cello (for both open strings and harmonics) and double bass (for both open strings and harmonics). There is also a Custom setting for guitarists, banjo players, or mandolin players.

Where can I get support?

Simply click the Contact tab above and fill out the form. Our software engineers will contact you ASAP!

Bowing Challenge

Bowing Challenge is the brainchild of Dr. Paul Robinson.

The Team

  • Dr. Paul Robinson

    Dr. Paul Robinson

    Designer
  • Kosada

    Kosada

    Developer Website

App Screenshots

Bowing Challenge 1.0.40

Released on October 16, 202
  • Increased contrast of notes in settings panel when the device is in dark mode.
  • Fixed crash when printing on iOS 14.

Bowing Challenge 1.0.24

Released on July 7, 2020
  • Added support for newer devices

Bowing Challenge 1.0

Released on May 26, 2017
  • Re-Design and release under new name

Bowing Fun 1.1

Released on April 10, 2011
  • New Feature: double bass and cello harmonics and open strings.

Bowing Fun 1.0

Released on March 9, 2011
  • Initial Release

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