Sorry I haven't read the whole thread but the last 20 postings or so. I've listened to Shirley's singing for most of my life, and whilst her voice/style is completely opposite to the way I sing I have always enjoyed her singing. Many of our traditional songs suit this style well. Whilst everyone is entitled to an opinion, I'm not sure criticising someone else's style/voice is helpful or can lead anywhere meaningful. Rather negative I would opine.