There is much said and written about the power of singing, and singing together. We know, for example, that alongside musical development, it can improve wellbeing, engender a sense of belonging, and bring together a community. In the case of young people, singing together in groups out of school can help young people ‘find themselves’ and ‘find their people’. As one of the singers of Cornwall Youth Choirs (CYC) stated: ‘It's my time to make friends because I am home schooled. You can be yourself and escape with common interests. When we sing “Hope Waits” – written during Covid – I become lost and zoned-out in performances. I had huge anxiety before but I feel amazing when we perform.’
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