call for information on the packages available for each spreader. but as a graduate freshly starting out, how much do you charge, or if at all? the testing agency required special lifts to do it. also, there is a proposed slash in parks budget. it is clear he has you on his mind and is perhaps trying all he can to hold on to you that way. if at first it feels difficult, stick to it! its all in the hands; in order to get that sound, you have to know exactly where to touch the strings, exactly how much pressure to apply. 