Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs

13/05/2026

Well, THIS is encouraging!
(we do love a bit of science 😀)
Research by UCL suggests that "both participating in arts activities" (which includes singing🎶) "and attending events... lead to people staying biologically younger."

The impact of taking part in artistic activities on a regular basis appears to be most impressive.
"Those who take part in artistic pursuits the most often slow the pace of their biological ageing the most. Under one of the study’s methods of assessment, those who did so at least weekly slowed their ageing process by 4%, while monthly engagement led to it slowing by 3%.£

Great news for choir members everywhere!
You can find out more in this article published by The Guardian:

Research from UCL suggests visiting art galleries or museums, singing and painting can help improve health outcomes

11/05/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Week.
Did we mention that singing has benefits for our mental health? (well, maybe once or twice... 😀)
This article by Jim Donovan Sound Health describes how and why singing is 'a powerful tool for improving mental health' - why not grab a brew ☕ and have a read?
https://www.donovanhealth.com/blog/the-benefits-of-singing-for-mental-health

If you're interested in joining a choir and want to find out more about Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs is the choir for you, you can sign up to our waiting list here, to find out about our next New Members Night in September:
http://eepurl.com/iMcCXA

Discover how singing can boost your mental health by reducing stress, improving mood, and enhancing social connections, backed by scientific research.

08/05/2026

Wow! If you're coming to our Summer Show you're in for SUCH a treat!
Our lovely members sounded fantastic at our joint team rehearsal last night 🎶🎶
We can't wait to share our show with you.
Rockin' Harmony '26: Get The Party Started - Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs' Summer Show Blackpool
📆Thursday 25 June
🕢 7.30pm
🏟 Layton Institute Blackpool
🎟 £10 each, available at Eventbrite now (link in comments)
Raffle on the night in aid of Blackpool & the Fylde Street Angels

Musical & Creative Director: Singing Lessons with Tanya Lawrence - The Transformational Voice Coach
Photo: David Speight - Content Creator

07/05/2026

Would you like a couple of hours to escape from everyday life?
Come and spend an evening at Layton Institute for Rockin' Harmony '26: Get The Party Started - Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs' Summer Show Blackpool.
📆Thursday 25 June 2026
🕢7.30pm (door open to the public at 7pm)
🎟 £10 each, available at Eventbrite now (link in comments)
You deserve a break, so come along and have some fun! 🎶🎶🎶

Raffle in aid of Blackpool & the Fylde Street Angels

06/05/2026

"Life is a song – sing it"
(Sai Baba)

(image by David Speight - Content Creator from Cancer Research UK Race For Life Blackpool 2025)

05/05/2026

Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs are choreographed choirs.
So, what is a choreographed choir?
Basically, it's a singing group which combines songs with the additional performance of staged moves/dance.
The moves are designed to enhance our songs and make the performance even more interesting and fun for our audience. Some are relatively simple, and some are a little more lively - here's one which is a favourite of ours and which always gets a great response from the crowd!
If you'd like to see us in action, tickets are available for our Summer Show at Layton Institute now (link in comments)
Musical & Creative Director: Singing Lessons with Tanya Lawrence - The Transformational Voice Coach
Video: David Speight - Content Creator

04/05/2026

Happy Star Wars Day!
To mark the occasion, have a listen to this entirely vocal arrangement of the Star Wars theme created by music student Matthew Van Ness.
https://youtu.be/vckky1pCA9c?si=941cUOq3sv5PfCpg

Me, singing every orchestra instrument in the Star Wars theme. Note that many of the notes are out of my range so I did use pitch correction software, as my ...

02/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is dedicated to raising mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting mental and emotional well-being.

The power of music to influence our mood is something we generally recognise. As it turns out, when we actually SING rather than just listen, it’s even more powerful!

Have a read of our blog "The Feel-Good Factor: the power of singing to improve mental health", and then feel free to share your thoughts about how singing impacts your mental health in the comments below 👇

The power of music to influence our mood is something we generally recognise. As it turns out, when we actually SING rather than just listen, it’s even more powerful! Whilst singing isn’t a replacement for professional support and therapy where that's needed, it is definitely an activity which c...

30/04/2026

I (Jackie) spotted this lovely piece of art work while I was visiting York last weekend.
My son asked if I was going to buy it.
I said 'Maybe...' 🤣🎶
If you'd like to hear us sing 'Wonderwall' and plenty of other pop and rock classics, come and see us at Rockin' Harmony '26: Get The Party Started - Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs' Summer Show Blackpool
📆Thursday 25 June 2026
🕢7.30pm
🏟 Layton Institute Blackpool
🎟 £10 per person, available at Eventbrite now (link in comments)

29/04/2026

Happy International Dance Day!

As a choreographed choir, we love the opportunities to both sing and move. This performance from our 2025 Summer Show at Layton Institute sums it up nicely 💃👯🎶
(Musical & Creative Director Singing Lessons with Tanya Lawrence - The Transformational Voice Coach
Video produced by David Speight - Content Creator)
https://youtu.be/pjsZivAYo4E?si=pTC0-TB-6JaBu1NQ

Our next show Rockin' Harmony '26: Get The Party Started - Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs' Summer Show Blackpool is coming up in just 8 weeks. Tickets are on sale now, just £10 per person - buy your now using the link in the comments 👇
(Raffle on the night in aid of Blackpool & the Fylde Street Angels)

2 likes. "Rockin' Harmony '25: Women Rockin' Harmony Choirs® Blackpool. Better When I'm Dancing."

26/04/2026

Here comes the science...
We know that singing makes us feel good, and singing with other people gives us an even bigger boost to our mood and well being.
But what is actually happening to our brains when we sing together?
This article by Lola Watson, shared by Chorus Connection, identifies 10 areas of change impacted by choral singing.
Why not grab a brew and have a read to find out more?

What happens to your brain when you sing in a choir? Explore 10 science-backed ways choral singing boosts mood, memory, and health.