ee by gum this as I thought, goes on and on it is all said above and ozchick has sussed it I think.

If it sounds good it is fine, if you have classical or traditional or self taught background what the h*ll.

On the subject of crakin players Peter Knight - most players inspire you - peter makes you want to go home and break the thing up. He's classically trained but look at his standing - internationaly at that. There are many.

Do waht suits but it is an ungainly instrument and you cna damage your bones and muscles, I've done it and been repaired but it took months and months of physio, all 'cos I threw the shoulder rest away! BUt that works for some - not me - lots of pain and no gain.

OZchick - enjoy and if you give pleasure to others enjoy it even more!

Andy