Reading some of these replies, it occurred to me that we may be talking of completely different venues. Most of my playing has been at private parties - weddings, banquets, etc. My wife would never think of coming to a job like that. But when we've done a few weekends in a lounge or public place, like a park she definitely supports me, along with as many friends as we an garner.

Maybe we need to be clearer on the topic. I didn't see it until I read all the replies, but there are defintely different venues being discussed.