...is the chords, the words, and the arrangement... You are right on the money there John P.

I do occasionally get request for songs that I haven't practiced. I always know the words and the presentation, but if I don't know the chords I have no hesitation in putting down the guitar and getting on with the song.

Times have changed, particularly for the performer. Gone are the days of the sing around in the pub where individuals were known for their one and only party piece. We are expected to get up on stage and hold and entertain an audience and to have a little variety.

In every performance I try to introduce at least one folk song that the audience may not have heard before.