🎶 The Mental Health Benefits of Singing in a Choir

Local Vocals
Jul 30
2 min read

🧠 1. Singing Releases Feel-Good Chemicals

When you sing—especially in a group—your brain releases endorphins, dopamine, and oxytocin. These are the same chemicals linked to:

Lower stress
Better mood
A stronger sense of connection

It’s not just fun—it’s chemically good for you!

“I always walk out feeling lighter, happier, and more grounded than when I walked in.”— Local Vocals member, Preston

💓 2. Group Singing Reduces Feelings of Isolation

One of the most powerful aspects of community choirs is that you don’t have to sing alone—literally or emotionally.

When you sing harmonies with others, your breathing synchronises, your heart rate aligns, and you experience a real sense of belonging.

Especially for people feeling lonely, anxious, or low, joining a choir can be a game-changer. It gives you connection, structure, and shared purpose—without pressure.

💬 3. Choirs Build Confidence Gently

Unlike solo singing or performing, being part of a choir allows you to grow your confidence gradually. You’re not in the spotlight—you’re in a supportive blend of voices.

At Local Vocals, we’ve had members who:

Were too shy to speak up at work
Hadn’t sung in public since childhood
Felt their confidence was at rock bottom

And now? They’re singing, laughing, performing—and often at all of our gigs!

“Joining Local Vocals was the single best thing I did for my mental health. I found my voice again—literally and emotionally.”— Local Vocals member, Chorley

🧘‍♀️ 4. Singing Helps You Breathe & Be Present

Singing is like meditation in disguise.

You breathe deeply, you focus on the rhythm and melody, and your mind has to be right here, right now. That’s mindfulness—and it helps quiet anxious thoughts and reset your nervous system.

After a rehearsal, many of our members describe feeling:

Calmer
Grounded
Less overwhelmed

🎭 5. Expression Without Pressure

Sometimes it’s hard to explain how you’re feeling. Singing lets you express joy, sadness, strength, or hope—without having to find the words. That kind of creative outlet is deeply healing.

Our Local Vocals repertoire includes:

Upbeat feel-good songs
Moving ballads
Empowering anthems

No matter what you’re feeling, there’s a song for that.

👥 6. Supportive Community, No Judgement

Local Vocals isn’t just about music. It’s about community.

We’re a no-audition, no-music-reading choir—which means no pressure, no perfectionism, and no judgment. Just a warm group of people showing up for each other, week after week.

For many members, choir night is the highlight of the week—a time to feel accepted, uplifted, and supported.

🎟️ Your First Session Is Free

If your mental health could use a boost—or if you’re just curious to see what singing with others feels like—come try a free taster session at your nearest Local Vocals choir.

🗓️ Weekly sessions in Chorley, Preston, Clitheroe, Blackburn, Lancaster, Wigan, Bolton, Poulton, St Annes and more 🎶 No auditions, no experience required 💛 Just community, confidence, and joyful singing