Thanks Jacob B and Sandy. I fully agree that Howard deserves credit for his part in those marvellous festivals. Perhaps nearer the date of his retirement those of us who sang there can send him appreciative messages. Sandy, don't I wish I could be at the bash - I'll be in America late September but don't know how far into October Ill go. It depends on the length of tour I can fix up. I'll be in the Pacific NW, pretty far from Dartmouth. But, y'never know......