Sing Together is a new day- time opportunity in Blandford for those who love to sing well-known songs in an informal setting.

Numerous studies advocate the benefits of singing for well-being as well as being a useful activity to promote healthy ageing, and Caroline Pugh, who runs the group, is an associate for Sing To Beat Parkinson’s. It was this training that motivated her to start the group.

She said: “ It’s great to know that regular singing can help so much with vocal production for those living with Parkinson’s and to see the joy that so many experience in singing well-loved songs.”

Each session includes some fun exercises for good breath control, coordination and articulation, and everyone loves the range of songs from musical theatre and pop to traditional  and easy listening. Sessions cost £6 and the group meet every Tuesday between 2.30pm and 3.30pm at the Blandford Connect Centre, Heddington Drive. All are welcome, and especially those living with a range of conditions who might benefit from the social interaction and opportunity to use their voice.