Good Vibrations Chorus

Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama partners with Parkinson’s UK to create a singing group to help people better manage their Parkinson’s symptoms.

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This free group is open to all, with a specific focus for people with Parkinson’s and their family/carers to come along to sing for fun!

Take part in vocal exercises, warm ups and sing both familiar and new songs with the intention of strengthening the voice to counteract the softening of speech and the loss of muscle tone common in Parkinson’s.

Singing has been shown to reduce Parkinson’s symptoms like tremor, and issues with walking and posture. This is because it helps to relax muscles and release tension in the back and neck. Singing can also help to reduce anxiety and low mood by lowering stress hormones and increases the brain’s ‘feel-good’ chemical (endorphins).

After the session, there is an opportunity to chat and share news about events and opportunities for people with Parkinson’s in South Wales.

Cost
Free of Charge (refreshments can be purchased)

Session times
The group meets weekly on Thursdays at 12:30 in the Royal Welsh College Foyer. All welcome. Choir sessions last 90 minutes, with a chance to relax and enjoy refreshments from 2:00 to 2:30pm.

'Good Vibrations Chorus proves why the arts in healthcare is such a valuable investment. High quality, inclusive environments like these bring communities together whilst helping members improve their confidence and wellbeing and foster their independence.'
Cari LangCommunity Neuro Rehabilitation Team, Cardiff and Vale UHB

'From the moment we came, we’ve just loved it, it was amazing. Loved it, loved it, it’s just the highlight of my week.'
Good Vibrations Chorus participant

'It was clear from talking to the families and patients with Parkinson's that they felt the singing sessions had improved their confidence, mental wellbeing but also their clinicians had noted the improvement of the swallowing mechanism, vocal cords and of course their speech for the so important communication.'
Joanne BrandonCardiff and Vale University Health Board

'I think from a wellbeing point of view, it's immeasurable, the choir is great. Everyone's so friendly, and I think the choirmaster, Josh paces everything just well for us. I think all of that, wrapped up in a great big ball of joy is just such a positive thing.'
Good Vibrations Chorus participant