So who makes this distinction of who is cut out for it and who is not and 'need to be jumped on'? Who do you see as entitled do this 'jumping on', Silas? Most people who actually DO have potential, as already said, nearly everyone can improve. Many new singers who have experienced harsh, uncalled for criticism, whether it is direct or indirect, especially if the individually concerned is of an even remotely sensitive nature have been put off from ever singing again in public. IMHO a great pity.

Amber