I love singing unnacompanied. I sing whenever I can. Alone (especially if there is no-one in the house) or in public, if people seem willing to listen. I play penny whistle but never bring it out with me because, given the choice, I far far prefer to sing.

Sometimes people pick up guitars to play along - that can work if the guitarist keeps sort of in the background. Sometimes though (and this might be a gender issue) the guitarist decides that I'm singing it too high/low or whatever and raises the volume, tempo or whatever... This will result in my voice becoming a sort of squawk.

I love singing in a group, in harmony. One of the biggest buzzes there is, is to feel the notes blend and to think I'm part of it all.

I love the stories too but the whole thing culminates in, as prevbiously mentioned, an incredible sensual experience.

Just thought I'd share that.

Catrin (who rarely sings accompanied)