Cambridge Singing for Breathing

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Singing for Breathing is a friendly and fun way for people with chronic lung health problems to learn to breathe better. The group meets in person and over Zoom to sing together and practice relaxation techniques and breath and vocal exercises. New members are always welcome.

What to expect

Singing for Breathing is facilitated by Joanna Burton, a singer and community singing group leader. The group meets fortnightly at Brown’s Field Community Centre in Cambridge and also fortnightly online over Zoom. For dates and times of upcoming sessions visit the Talking in Tune website.

Each session begins with a 30 minute catch-up and chat, before beginning the practical exercises. The practical part of each session lasts for an hour. Starting with a guided relaxation, you will be led through a selection of breath, body and voice exercises, leading into singing two or three songs as a group. The leaders try to choose songs which will be easy to learn by ear and which will lift your spirits.

If you would like to join the sessions contact Joanna at [email protected] for full, friendly instructions.

More information

In order to take part in the online sessions you will need to have access to a device with Zoom downloaded onto it. For the sessions you should wear loose-fitting clothes, have some water to hand, and a supportive but comfortable place to sit. During these Zoom sessions participants mute their microphones when singing, so you will only be able to hear yourself and the person leading.

Cambridge Singing for Breathing is a project of local community music charity, Talking in Tune.

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The sessions are currently free to attend, due to grant funding.

Attendees can pay a small optional donation by bank transfer.

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Available throughout Fenland
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