Vivamus Community Singers

In the spirit of encouraging everyone to be their best selves, Vivamus are putting together a choir in order to create a safe space and a community in which people can sing to enhance their mental health.

Psychologists don’t do anything unless there’s scientific evidence to back up their actions, and Vivamus Community Singers is no exception. When considering whether to set up this choir, I looked into the scientific literature backing up what I had a sense of already, and it’s true – there is plenty of research demonstrating how singing in a group enhances mood and improves mental health!

 For example, research shows that singing in a choir:

• Allows the sacculus (a tiny organ in the ear) to respond to the frequencies of singing which gives an immediate sense of pleasure regardless of what that singing sounds like (we love this!).
• Releases endorphins which improve mood
• Lowers stress
• Increases blood to the brain which improves mental alertness, concentration and memory
• Increases confidence
• Widens your social circle
• Strengthens the immune system
• Improves social skills

Key aspects of Vivamus Community Singers

• No pressure
• Relaxed
• Fun
• Safe
• Inclusive – everyone and anyone aged 16 and over is welcome to come, male and female.
• You don’t have to be able to sing. (Research shows the emotional and physical benefits of singing are the same regardless of actual ability!