>I would like to write a VFP app in which my buttons control a sound player. ie. Complete control over sound playing without the MS player popping up.
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>Tried a few things with OLE container and OLE bound container without success. Any advice?

I think an OCX would be the best thing to do, but in the meantime, you could also check out SET BELL TO. I think there is an example of it on Colin's site as well as in VFUG (tips and tricks or the FAQ, I don't remember)

HTH,
Scot.