Ahhhhh - Thanks Will, I didn't notice that earlier post so apologies for the re-hash.

So, basicaly, the reputation for excellence, would effectively discourage poor performers? Just as Pip's session discourages him? So, what we need to do is get a reputation for excellence! Easy - I'll just stop performing:-) At last, a bit of sense!

I think then that we have something all can agree on - Good music begats more of the same. Let standards slide an it is indeed a sloppery slope. Can I then offer a bit of advice to the organisers of all those excellent clubs out there, Including Bryan (you don't have to take notice but you have been warned!) When you do eventualy get someone with the brass neck to turn in week after week of crap, as may eventualy happen, nip it in the bud. Do as Jim suggests and make them go away until they ae better.

We didn't and we are now stuck with a reputation that anyone can perform whatever rubbish they like. Admitedly it is a tiny percentage but once it is there it is like herpes. It only affects a tiny little bit of you but it is bloody annoying and you can't get rid!

Rosie - on my way now. Did you get the CD's BTW?

Nearly there...

DeG