George, thanks for clarifying the need at Old Songs. As a marketing guy, I always get provoked when the message is unclear to me. I'm hearing that this is fund raising to keep the festival as affordable as possible to all; however, those who can pay a little more (or a lot more) are encouraged to do so.

I like this approach. The money is not so much for saving necks as it is for keeping the wonderful old songs magic alive.

Have you considered donations in "honor" of particular types of music or themes or music tracks or something along those lines? Not as votes but as a way of connecting the donor with their passion? For example, I'm ready to dig deep (oh lord) to celebrate the contribution of the shanty sessions at old songs. Hurray for Louis! Just a thought. Giving money is about emotional attachment and commitment. Saving Necks, well, what's the emotion there? Desperation? Sympathy? Pity? Helping? I'm just thinking out loud. There is nothing meant to be serious here. I admire and respect the great job that organizers and volunteers accomplish with Old Songs. It is amazing. I am in awe of this contribution to our music world. George, you've got me on board with Save Our Necks.

Paul