I would strongly prefer that this project start by concentrating on upgrading the on-line Digitrad database. It is a more feasible, clearly defined, and doable project and I think it would have the biggest payoff for the largest number of people. The programming would be a fraction of what the stand-alone will take. And there is no shortage of qualified (and eager) volunteers to help with the content.

And I really don't think it would be too hard to come up with procedures that ensure Dick and Susan can validate changes and additions done by a picked set of Dick-and-Susan-clones.

I would love to see it. I could live with a lyrics-only version. What I would prefer though, is if a good tune file (midi or mp3) is available through Mudcat, there could be a link to it. Maybe have space for "at most" one midi and one mp3. If they are optional, then music files could be added as they become available but not having them won't keep a song out of Digitrad.

Can't speak for anyone else, but for me about half my use of Digitrad is to get complete lyrics for a song whose tune is known to me. (Most of the other half is searching for songs that fit an Open Sing topic. Love the search capability.)

Rita F