I take Keith's point, and agree to a certain extent, but it can be hard for new or new-ish singers. Should we not "encourage" rather than "demand" that songs be rehearsed and sung without crib sheets?

I must admit that during my present infirmity I have had recourse to having the words to some songs handy at sessions; mainly because I was singing unaccompanied songs that I hadn't sung in years, if ever! Increasing antiquity, and the relevant bits of what passes for my brain being already stuffed with lyrics, means that learning new material is a longer drawn out process than it once was! Also, I have always found it far more difficult to learn lyrics when I have written them myself. That's my basic excuse for not performing more self-penned songs!

Anyway, with or without visual aids, I hope to see you all on the 7th.

I'll bring along a minidisk and try a recording for Jacqui and Kendall.

Alan