simple recording

[Shepard Tate]

We need to be able to record using our pc and a micro phone. We have
2 basic needs:

1. To be able to record auditions (for example a clarinet solo), to a
digital file.

2. To be able to record several different tracks, (one for each
instrument), from a group that practices together.

The ultimate aim would be able to then create an mp3 file that could
be e-mailed to the various audition reviewers.

We don't need a big difficult to use professional mixing software
program.

Any suggestions?

Thanks.