All types of singing have positive psychological effects. The act of singing releases endorphins , the brain's 'feel good' chemicals. Singing in front of a crowd naturally builds confidence, which has broad and long-lasting effects on general well-being. What the evidence says: Choir singing… Enhances mood and positive emotions (fact: recent research has shown that singing in a choir is more effective at improving mood than participating in a team sport!) Reduces stress and lowers blood pressure Improves mental alertness Has a positive impact on one sense of self, social–identity and feelings of connected-ness Where’s the evidence? The Mental Elf European Journal of Public Health: Williams, Elyse, Genevieve A. Dingle, and Stephen Clift. "A Systematic Review of Mental Health and Wellbeing Outcomes of Group Singing for Adults with a Mental Health Condition." European Journal of Public Health 28.6 (2018): 1035-042. How to get involved: Indie, Contemporary, Classical, Rock…. Choose a choir whose music selection excites you! Harmony Community Choir Edinburgh University of Edinburgh Musical Medics – The University of Edinburgh’s nonauditioning choir which is not just for medics! Love Music Community Choir New choir at Edinburgh BioQuarter/Little France This article was published on 2023-11-22
