Serving Mosman since 1877
PARKINSON’S CHOIR
This choir is an opportunity for people to get together in a warm and friendly environment, and sing in a group!
In Australia and overseas, choirs for people living with Parkinson’s are
having great success in helping people deal with voice, breathing and
swallowing problems, as well as providing a relaxing and enjoyable activity.
Singing out loud is not only fun, it is also beneficial for people with Parkinson’s as it exercises
the lungs and abdominal muscles. Singing gives us a heightened feeling
of wellbeing and can provide a range of health and holistic benefits,
including:
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regulating breathing
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strengthening the voice – volume and projection
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building-up the vocal chords
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improving mood
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enhancing confidence
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aiding concentration,
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and helping swallowing
SINGING HELPS WITH PARKINSON’S
CHRISSIE SHAW BACKGROUND
Choir leader Chrissie Shaw is a musician/educator with many years of experience
working with individuals and community choirs. Chrissie was Musical Director of the Bushlarks Parkinson’s
Choir in the ACT for 5 years. Back in Sydney, she directs a Parkinson’s choir in the Inner West, and is
looking forward to establishing the new Mosman choir, with the support of the Mosman Uniting Church.