Paul, I do agree with virtually every thing you just said (apart from I'd call the debate 'robust' rather than 'violent'...). And I'd suggest your good lady wife's CD is a great example of how to combine quality interpretation of traditional song with excellent contemporary songwriting.

I too own an evil b**jo, by the way. No talent for anything but the most criminally basic frailing, though... one day!

Cheers

Nigel