The power of music to influence our mood is something we generally recognise. As it turns out, when we actually SING rather than just listen, it’s even more powerful! Whilst singing isn’t a replacement for professional support and therapy where that's needed, it is definitely an activity which can improve mental wellbeing and enhance the quality of life for people who need a boost of happiness.

One of the most rewarding parts of our choir journey is taking part in guest performances at local events and venues. Over the years, we’ve discovered that these occasions are by far the best way to raise awareness of our choir’s existence and to spark interest from potential new members.

Modern life makes it easy to lose touch with the natural rhythm of the seasons. With everything available 24/7 — online shopping, on-demand streaming, open-all-hours supermarkets — the year can sometimes feel like one long, unchanging stretch. Choir life, however, restores something precious: a rhythm, a cycle, a sense of moving with the seasons – something so very human.

Eighteen months after launching our very first Women Rockin’ Harmony Choir® in Blackpool, we took a bold step forward: opening a second team in St Anne’s. Just far enough away to attract new members from a new area, yet close enough to make joint rehearsals from time to time, feasible.

If you’ve ever thought about joining a choir - or if you’re already part of one - it’s worth pausing to ask: Who runs this choir, and how? It might not be the first question that comes to mind when you’re imagining harmonies and applause, but understanding how a choir is structured can make a real difference to your experience.

If you’ve visited our choir’s website, or picked up one of our flyers, you’ll have seen our slogan: “Sing. Move. Communicate.” While “Sing” and “Move” might be self-explanatory, “Communicate” often prompts a few questions. What exactly does that mean in the context of our choir? Let's time travel back to where this all began.

Choirs are not just about singing – they are about building a sense of community, and creating memories with like-minded individuals.

What draws together humans from all walks of life to take part in a singalong session? Find out from our Musical Director Tanya Lawrence.

By Tanya Lawrence - Musical & Creative Director. Humans have instinctively known singing is good for them for thousands of years. Recent...