The aim of the 'Just Sing' sessions is to create a fun, relaxed environment where the focus is on enjoying singing together. We will sing a variety of songs from pop to folk, musical theatre to world music.
The benefits of singing have long been documented and research shows that singing alters the hormones that boost mood-state and the immune system. Singing also reduces stress, which is linked to so many health conditions. Listening to positive music for more than 5 minutes a day can improve mood state and engaging in music by singing or playing instruments is more effective than listening alone. Singing can be good for mental wellbeing and through group singing we can nurture our spiritual health and sense of belonging. Singing also boosts the immune system which may help reduce frequency of illness.
My hope with ‘Just Sing’ is that it offers a relaxed environment where people can drop in and out of the sessions to suit their circumstances. Singers will either learn from lyrics or by ear so there’s no requirement to read music and no pressure to prepare for performances. The aim is that attendees will leave the sessions feeling uplifted and energised.
There is no termly financial commitment, although a weekly fee of £6 is payable on a pay as you go basis. Payment can be cash on the night, or preferably by bank transfer.
This year's rehearsal dates are as follows:
3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th September 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th January
1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October 4th, 11th and 25th February
5th,12th, 19th and 26th November 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th March
3rd and 10th December 1st April
22nd and 29th April
6th, 13th and 20th May
3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th June
1st, 8th and 15th July
6pm-7pm at The Wesley Centre, Saville Street, Malton.
Please contact Alison if you have any questions or if you’d like to find out more.