QUOTE(Kath Haines @ Feb 23 2009, 08:56 AM)

On a lighter note- just out of interest do you think all this clarinet practise wil prevent the formation of saggy jowels in later life.
Or put it another way have you ever seen a clarinettist in need of a face lift?!!!!!!!
One more reason why wind instruments are the best!

Don't know about this, but I've been complimented on my firm upper arms (no Bingo Wings yet!) ... maybe from piano playing?