Why Singing?

Singing is good for you!

There are many benefits to be gained by singing in a group:

Physical Benefits

• It can help reduce anger, depression and anxiety
• You can become more mentally alert
• It releases endorphins
• It relieves pain
• It creates joyful feeling
• Our immune system is given a boost enabling us to fight disease
• Singing exercises our lungs, it also tones up our intercostal muscles and our diaphragm
• It can improve our sleep
• We benefit our hearts and circulation by improving our aerobic capacity and decrease muscle tension
• Our facial muscles get toned
• Our posture improves
• Sinuses and respiratory tubes are opened up
• With careful training recent evidence suggests that it can help decrease the problem of snoring
• Use of music can help people to regain balance if affected by illness such as Parkinson’s disease

Emotional Benefits

• Increase in self esteem and confidence
• It increases feelings of wellbeing
• It enhances mood
• Useful as a stress reducer
• It is uplifting spiritually
• It can increase positive feelings
• Encourages creativity
• It can be energising
• It evokes emotions
• Promotes bonding
• Increases understanding and empathy between cultures.
• It is healing

Social Benefits

• It helps you broaden your social network and make new friends
• Brings people together and encourages a sense of community
• Offers an opportunity for giving and receiving positive feedback
• Gives us a forum for fun & laughter
• Provides us with the support of a group
• Provides a safe environment for us to try new skills
• Helps us feel more integrated within our local community