Just to make clarify what I said up there, because I sounded like I was stomping on the floor and thumping tables: I don't have any hard and fast "rules" for myself regarding private sings, and I'm not about to get all snooty about other people enjoying them. My decision to take part depends on whether I feel (based on facts, other peoples comments, and a whole load of personal interpretation) some people are going to feel left out. The decision to go or not to go is based solely on what my own concience tells me.

Jon, your suggestion about the private room was quite reasonable, and I don't see why it was such a big deal. I'm glad you kept your page up - the HearMe sings are something that I and lots of others enjoy a great deal. I appreciate the work you've done. (Brothers and sisters, do I ever - I've improved my singing tremendously because of all I've done in HearMe, and I'm still amazed at being able to listen to songs/tunes from people from all over the globe!) Don't let the grumpies getcha!