I wouldn't want to push anyone to sing that didn't want to, but I don't think she should dismiss the idea. In the same way that we shouldn't all look the same, neither should we all sound the same. I think about 30% of the people I meet at singarounds don't have conventional 'good voices' - but they all bear listening to. We are very fortunate in that everyone is listened to and genuinely appreciated. I think the feeling behind the singing is very important, and that always comes through. The whole point is that we sing for fun and to share our pleasure in the songs. If we were all capable of perfect performances then I think the evening would loose its flavour and intimacy. But poems & monologues are fine too. I just think that if she likes to listen and wants to contribute, then perhaps she just needs to take the plunge. She might surprise herself.

Kris