Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start Singing Again

Local Vocals
Jul 30
2 min read

✨ 1. You're Ready for Joy, Not Judgement

Let’s be honest: life is busy. But if you’re craving something fun, uplifting, and just for you, community singing is one of the simplest and most joyful things you can do. And at Local Vocals, you’re not judged on talent or technique—just your willingness to have a go.

Whether you last sang in school or have never sung with others, now’s the time to reconnect with your voice.

💛 2. Singing Is Good for Mental Health (Seriously)

Study after study shows that singing in a group reduces stress, improves mood, and helps with anxiety and depression. And it’s not just the singing—it’s the laughs, chats, and shared experience that go with it.

“After my first session I felt lighter, like I could breathe again. I didn’t realise how much I needed this.”– Local Vocals member, Clitheroe

👥 3. You’ll Meet Great People

Local Vocals isn’t just a choir. It’s a community of kind, welcoming people who show up for each other each week. There's no awkward small talk—you bond over warm-ups, harmonies, and hilarious lyric mix-ups.

Many of our members say they’ve made lifelong friends just by showing up to sing.

🎤 4. There's No Pressure – Just Music

We’re a no-audition, no-music-reading choir, which means:

No one sings solo (unless they want to)
You don't need to read sheet music
We learn songs by ear with live accompaniment & easy harmony tracks

Whether you're loud and proud or quietly finding your voice, you’ll fit in perfectly.

💪 5. You’ll Rebuild Confidence Without Realising It

It’s amazing what singing can unlock. Many Local Vocals members started out feeling unsure—some even said they were “tone-deaf.” But through weekly sessions, they discovered confidence not just in singing, but in speaking, socialising, and trying new things.

You don’t have to feel ready—you just have to start.

🗓️ 6. It’s the Start of a New Season

Whether it’s September’s fresh-start feeling or January’s new-year energy, certain times of year are perfect for trying something new. If you’ve been thinking about it for a while, this is your sign to go for it.

🎟️ Ready to Give It a Try?

Your first Local Vocals session is completely free—just come along, see what we’re about, and enjoy a relaxed evening of singing with real people.

👉 Book your free taster session now