Sing for Fun's philosophy is ANYONE CAN SING.

If you can speak then you can sing - it's just a matter of learning a few basic skills and being given encouragement and motivation along the way.

Sing for Fun run various singing workshops which give people the opportunity to find their voice in a relaxed, friendly and supportive atmosphere with experienced vocal coach Jane Cole. There is no need to be able to read music or for any previous singing experience.

The aim of our singing workshops is to help build confidence in singing and give people the opportunity to sing as part of a group. No one has to sing by themselves and there is no audition to join. A wide range of genres are covered including pop, rock, traditional songs and musical theatre.

Techniques for correct breathing, support and pitch are covered at the start of each workshop together with fun vocal warm-ups. Emphasis is placed on the overall sound as a whole group and getting voices to blend.

We run many singing workshops aimed specifically for the absolute beginner. All music and rehearsal material is provided.

You will be amazed at what can be achieved at a workshop when you're Singing For Fun!

10 WEEK ADULT SINGING WORKSHOPS

These singing workshops are for anyone who wants to start singing. Maybe you haven't sung since schooldays, only sing in shower or the car or have never sung before but would like to take the first step.

10 week singing workshops are currently held in Basingstoke, Newbury and Reading. Each workshop runs weekly from 7.30pm - 9.30pm with a short break for coffee.

Over the 10 weeks a number a various songs are covered. Often harmonies are introduced but again no musical experience is required.

Lyric sheets and/or music are provided for all songs. Rehearsal material is available online via the membership section on our web page enabling workshop members to practice, if they wish, at home between workshops.

SING AWAY THE RECESSION BLUES.

SINGING MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD. When you sing your body produces endorphins - the ‘feel good hormone' the same as when you eat chocolate.

SINGING IS A GREAT STRESS BUSTER. Through singing you can let go and release everyday stresses giving you a sense of confidence and wellbeing.

SINGING IS GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH. Studies have shown that not only is singing a great stress buster it is also good for the heart and the brain. In a recent study it was found that a group of people who took part in regular sing song kept their blood pressure stable over a two year period compared to another group of people, of the same age group, whose blood pressure rose substantially.

SINGING IS A GREAT WORKOUT. It's an aerobic activity which increases oxygenation in the blood stream. If you sing correctly, it also provides aworkout for the stomach muscles.