SingWell Project

Why is group singing such a powerful tool for wellbeing in older adulthood?

In this study, SingWell researchers explored how group singing affects wellbeing across biological, psychological, and social domains by following two community choirs — one for healthy aging older adults, and one for people with Parkinson’s.

One of the most important findings: the benefits people experienced had nothing to do with how they assessed their own singing ability.

The power of group singing comes from participation, not performance. And it’s an activity that people with different physical abilities can continue to do as they age.

Science continues to shed light on how this ancient practice supports wellbeing from multiple angles at once. Swipe through for key findings and what it means for healthy aging ➡️