It seemed to me it was time to revive this thread. As I read various postings here on Mudcat I get the impression that just about every mudcatter would enjoy reading Sing Out! and therefore ought to subscribe. You might want to check out our website at www.Singout.org to accomplish that. You won't be sorry.

People who haven't seen Sing Out! in a while might not know that we now publish a CD with each issue which contains a full performance of every song that we've printed the melody and lyrics for in the issue. These CDs are delightful to listen to even if you don't want to learn the song. The four CDS alone are worth the price of the annual subscription.

I started reading Sing Out! nearly 40 years ago when I was learning my first D chord and I've kept every issue I ever acquired. Most of my repertoire has appeared in its pages at some time or other and it has drawn my attention to most of the worthwhile "folk music" I have ever heard. It has remained important to me, and enjoyable to read from rank beginner to grizzled "expert" status.

Since I am now a member of its Board of Trustees (a position which is not only unpaid but requires a significant contribution) I suppose this message might be viewed as suspect. Suspect my motives if you like, but try the magazine out, you won't be disappointed.

Any one else have some testimony to offer?