Soundman- thanks for explaining this to us. I am especially grateful for the explanation of why bass is so dominant. The upstairs room at The Anchor gets so hot (even with the fans on) that windows do need to be slightly open. I think that the only solution for the Middle Bar Sessions, is to move them to a quieter venue, but I don't think the Bedford's front room is the answer. There are too many music sessions in the pub. (not a criticism at all, just an observation with regard to unaccompanied singing.)