A couple of things: to Kim C ... yes, I really am a "deck man." In fact, that's the name of my business. By the way, and I hope this gives you smile, my business slogan is: "YOU SHOULD SEE WHAT I SAW!" Also, as one who has had a nodding aquaintence with classical orchestras, I do say that there is need for both extremes, if you will, in the makeup. Remember, a full compliment of orchestra members is about 125 persons. When you get down to the solo level, which is what this thread is really about, it gets real personal (no charge for the humor). I have to mention my friend Don Firth's favorite performer relating to this discussion ... is William Dyer Bennet. (sp?) This man walked the razor thin edge of this thread. I have always enjoyed him on BOTH levels. You figure it out! I'm going to alert Don to this thread, as I'm sure he will be able to add much to this conversation. AIN'T MUDCAT GREAT! CHEERS, Bob(deckman)Nelson