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Here one begins with the up bow, because afterwards at the nut end more power can be brought to bear, thus bringing the forte into effect. A further example of exceptional treatment is the beginning of the Euryanthe overture:—

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Equally there are exceptions to the rule of beginning up-beats with the up bow:—

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The first bowing exercises.