Duncan, Kim Headley who is the Artistic Director at Broadstairs, does listen to the CDs she's sent, and often books on the strength of them, although a personal word from someone she trusts also helps sometimes. She also goes to the AFO conference and talks to a lot of people there, as she's not a 'folkie', so listens to those 'in the know' to some extent.

If you're really pleased with the new CD, it might be worth sending it, although she's already got most of her main stage line-up for next year booked, I think.

I haven't heard you yet, but the various things on here about you make me want to.

Good luck.

Barbara