Match the articulation of the piano's left hand. These are an indication of an energy that puts one in a higher level of consciousness. They represent expectation, suspense, and questioning. The first few notes in the upbow staccatos should be more on the string and then they become more bouncy with the last few notes. Use the pianist shamelessly to help you with articulation and tempo.
Every note has to have something poetic to say.
There should never be a straight line in music. It is our responsibility to do the maximum we can with all music, even when it isn't great. Don t lift the elbow too soon on a long downbow. The Herbert has more traumatic content than dramatic content. Look to other means for providing expression, such as the bow and using dynamic contrast.