Alan, thanks for the link - I've now been to the site and downloaded the software. I was VERY impressed by the lack of crap, but loads of helpful information before you even start.

Lesley, you're a scurrilous flattere, and you'll go far. I won't ask what type of gratification you refer to, more out of fear that my stocks may be limited. Your analysis is impressive and I'd be keen to hear more from you. The friend that referred it to me uses it mainly for choral scores, which will be one of my consuming passions henceforth. He states 'It shits all over Midiscan'.

Regards, John