By Liz Hah of Wollongong Harmony Chorus

Singing is good for you. It releases endorphins, chemicals that help us feel relaxed and happy, and lowers the stress hormone, cortisol. This positive effect is magnified by the release of dopamine to further elevate our mood.

Singing in a group gives us social connection and a sense of belonging as well as giving us an outlet to express emotions and develop our creative side.

Even with all these benefits, many are hesitant to join a local choir because of a lack of confidence.

If you’d like to explore singing in a safe and supportive environment, consider coming along to Wollongong Harmony Chorus’s six-week Learn to Sing course from Thursday, February 15, 2024 until Thursday March 24 from 7.30-9pm at Dapto’s Ribbonwood Centre.

You’ll learn two songs to sing at an informal Family and Friends concert on the last night and have brief lessons on singing essentials such as breathing, alignment, and how to match vowels and consonants with the rest of the choir. The ability to read music is not required and recordings will be available to help you learn.

Wollongong Harmony Chorus is a women’s chorus so if you identify as a woman, you’ll feel comfortable with us.

For more information check out our website or our Facebook page.