Anybody that knows me knows that my love of singing doesn't stay secret for long. I'm so pleased to have met Kari, my official workplace wellbeing partner. Joining her community choir (forget church, we sing U2, The Killers, Abba, Elbow, Jess Glynne and many more!) is the best thing I did during lockdown. Over to Kari to tell you what she does! - Simon Johnson, Founder, Owner & Director.

I am Kari, a freelance choir director. I am passionate about singing together in groups and believe the value in this extends far beyond the actual singing.

We can create joy, happiness and confidence through group singing in the workplace. You get the chance to escape through song which helps build good working relationships and develops a great sense of teamwork. The physical and emotional benefits of singing can improve confidence and wellbeing… it’s also great FUN! Nobody needs to have any singing experience, you don’t need to read music nor even have a ‘good singing voice’.  

We all feel a bit better when we sing, but it’s when we sing together that this is amplified beyond all reason. I’ve worked with many organisations and the results have always been brilliant!

"I can honestly say that introducing a singing group at Hillarys has had a really positive impact on engagement.  Whilst we may not have solid measurement for  this you can clearly see and feel the energy this has generated.” This has also improved cross functional relationships and there is a better understanding and appreciation of what other people do in the business.”

Julie Rutherford - Group Head of HR @ Hillarys

“Thank you for the session today, it was a marvellous way to break up the day and have an opportunity to sing with colleagues. I do feel happier and calmer which is a nice way to be before the weekend.”

Ian Taylor - Director - University of Nottingham

“Consistently the best part of my week. It’s so liberating to sing my heart out with the West Bridgford Liberty Singers! Kari manages to make learning new music both easy & fun. I would highly recommend.”

Christine Watson - West Bridgford Liberty Singers