fingernail protection

[Wimblees@AOL.COM]

In a message dated 99-01-05 15:03:40 EST, you write:

<< I realize that this sounds like a silly question, but what do some of you
do
 to prevent your nails from shattering while playing test blows?  It never
 fails that I end up cracking my thumbnail or my index finger nail when I
tune.
 
 Any helpful hints would be appreciated.
 
 Karen Johnson >>

It might not be lady like, but keep them cut short. I use the fleshu part of
my middle finger.

Willem Blees