BELVELIN Fiolosofen
Belvelin — simple, supportive accessories for violin & viola
Encourages a healthy posture and freedom of movement using soft yet supportive cellular rubber that keeps its shape and colour for years. Designed in Sweden by violin teacher Eva Belvelin (Fiolosofen).
Shoulder/Collarbone Rest — supports posture without restricting movement
Why players & teachers choose Belvelin
Comfort that lasts — Dense cellular rubber is firm yet flexible and keeps its shape and colour for years.
Freedom to move — Supports healthy posture while allowing natural movement.
Simple & adaptable — Position where it suits the player; secure with one or two rubber bands.
Shoulder / Collarbone Rest
A minimalist rest that helps maintain a relaxed posture and give full freedom of movement. Firm yet flexible cellular rubber.
- Sizes: Small · Medium · Large — usable across violin sizes
- Placement: position on the back where it suits; secure with one or two rubber bands
- Designer: teacher Eva Belvelin
Shoulder Pad
A small oval pad that cushions the shoulder and edges without restricting movement. Attaches in seconds.
- Sizes: Small · Medium · Large
- Use: place where comfortable; secure with a band
Chinrest Pad
Covers the chinrest and fittings to prevent pressure marks while allowing full movement.
- Fixing: use without adhesive, or secure with a small piece of double-sided tape
Bow Handles
Lightweight foam cylinders that help build a consistent bow-hold shape between lessons or in group classes.
- Sizes: XS · S · M · L (range used across instruments)
- Use: slide onto the bow grip area; secure with a band
About Eva Belvelin
Belvelin products are designed by teacher, and former ESTA Vice President in Sweden, Eva Belvelin.
Eva Belvelin, CEO of Fiolosofen, is a Swedish violinist and violin teacher who studied in Sweden with Lisbeth Vecchi, in the USA with Prof. John Kendall and in Japan with Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. She runs her own music school Scandinavian Strings, is a popular lecturer in Europe, and produces the Belvelin Shoulder Rests, CDs, books and pedagogical teaching materials.
Quick help
Phone: +44 333 939 0101
Email: info@ardistribution.co.uk
Trade order Ask a question Open a trade accountMore from AR Distribution
Belvelin Filosofen Shoulder Rest — player reviews from stockists customers
“Worked straight away on a 1/16 violin. Rigid foam gives good support yet feels comfortable. Easy to attach — even a four-year-old can manage. Supplied bands are a touch long.”
“Good support with a high-density foam that keeps its shape and fits the shoulder well. A little small on a 1/2 violin, but still does the job — might be even better a bit longer.”
“Helps the violin resonate — the back isn’t clamped as with many rests, so you get more natural volume. Ergonomics suit me well. Only gripe: the supplied rubber band doesn’t hold it firmly enough; a different band works better.”
“Nicely finished and ideal for younger players.”
