Singing in community groups provides many benefits to physical and mental well-being such as reducing stress, improving mood and decreasing muscle tension.
Whether a church choir, professional ensemble or friends getting together, the fellowship involved with seeing the same people on a regular basis and creating music together is one of life’s joys, according to choir member Nora Masesar.
Joining Sing Australia in 2012, Nora said that even though the choir couldn’t meet physically during Covid, she was grateful for members’ contact.
“It’s great to be back as I missed so much about the choir; it’s such a friendly group just like the Country Women’s Association where after practising our songs, we get together for supper with lots of homemade treats and a good old chinwag,” she said.
“We haven’t reintroduced the supper yet because of Covid but will be soon.
“I can’t recommend singing enough as it is so good for your brain, your heart and your soul.”
Sing Australia meets on Monday nights, with the next practice on May 2, 7.30-9pm, at Ashbury Senior Citizens Centre, 66 Princess Street.
“There are no requirements for entry except the ‘love of singing’,” Nora added.
“You’ll find your voice during rehearsals whether you are a Soprano, Alto, Tenor or Base.”
Founded by its Director Colin Slater in 1985, Sing Australia has groups all over Australia with visiting members often dropping in.
For more: Margaret, 0417 438 310 or Natalie, 0407 067 489.
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