Music Appreciation: Music for Wellbeing

During this friendly and interactive course we will consider a wide selection of music: from Beethoven to Blur, or Metallica to Mongolian voices, music can lead us from one state of mind and body to another. This course looks at the power of music and how it can be used as a source of energy to improve our overall health, self-esteem, and wellbeing. You will be given the opportunity to explore your own personal relationship with music, considering the impression music had on you when growing up; including how you feel about singing and why? There is extensive research supporting the psychological, social, and behavioural benefits that happen when an individual finds their voice. We will consider this and how the benefits of singing, song writing, and voice exploration can give us a feeling of belonging. During the course you will discover how singing can help to improve your breathing and lung capacity. You will also experiment with group singing, memorise a simple song and participate in a short performance. By experimenting in a group, you will experience what it feels like to be part of something that is bigger than yourself!