Belvelin
* Please note, this is an end of line product.
Simple violin and viola accessories designed to support
healthy posture and freedom of movement. Belvelin products
use soft yet supportive cellular rubber and were developed
in Sweden by violinist and teacher Eva Belvelin.
Why players & teachers choose Belvelin
Belvelin accessories
Shoulder / Collarbone Rest
A minimalist support designed to help maintain a relaxed playing posture while preserving freedom of movement. Made from firm yet flexible cellular rubber.
- Sizes: Medium · Large
- Use: suitable across violin sizes
- Placement: position on the back where it suits the player
- Fixing: secure with one or two rubber bands
Shoulder Pad
A small oval pad that cushions the shoulder and instrument edges while allowing the player to retain natural movement.
- Size: one size
- Use: position where comfortable
- Fixing: secure with a rubber band
Chinrest Pad
A simple soft covering for the chinrest and fittings, designed to reduce direct pressure while allowing normal freedom of movement.
- Position: covers the chinrest and fittings
- Fixing: use without adhesive or secure with a small piece of double-sided tape
Bow Handles
Lightweight foam cylinders designed to help students develop and reinforce a consistent bow-hold shape between lessons or during group teaching.
- Sizes: XS · S · M · L
- Use: range suitable across instruments
- Position: slide onto the bow grip area
- Fixing: secure with a band
About Eva Belvelin
Belvelin products are designed by Swedish violinist and teacher Eva Belvelin, CEO of Fiolosofen and a former ESTA Vice President in Sweden.
Eva studied in Sweden with Lisbeth Vecchi, in the USA with Professor John Kendall and in Japan with Dr Shinichi Suzuki. She runs Scandinavian Strings, lectures in Europe and produces Belvelin shoulder rests alongside books, CDs and pedagogical teaching materials.
Players, teachers & trade customers
Belvelin products are available through music shops and specialist retailers. If you need help finding a particular item, we can help you locate a stockist.
Existing trade customers can order directly from AR Distribution or request the current trade price list.
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.”
