The health and wellbeing benefits of singing are well documented: It improves posture, breathing and lung function; it strengthens immune systems; leads to a reduction in medication and visits to doctors and hospitals; improves mood, relieves depression and isolation, reduces stress levels, which often come with long term illness or old age; in a scan all areas of the brain light up while singing – physical evidence for the stimulating effect of singing; singing helps to boost confidence supporting people in coping with health problems and resulting difficulties in daily life. If you would like to find a local group here are some contact details to get you started! In Brighton and Hove phone 01273 556755 or see www.singforbetterhealth.co.uk.