Why the World Needs to Sing
/In November 2015, Anna & Emily gave a TEDx talk as part of TEDx SquareMile. Watch the talk and find out more about 'Why the World Needs to Sing'.
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The Choir With No Name
/A filth* of Starlings descended on the Royal Festival Hall last Friday to get festive at The Choir With No Name's Big Christmas Singalong.
Read MoreConnecting With the Group
/At Starling Arts, we constantly work with groups of all ages, backgrounds and experiences and value the importance of a strong and connected group. While we ultimately get groups singing, here are our five pointers to establishing and nurturing connections when leading or working with any group, from first impressions to lasting relationships.
Read MoreThe Surprising Secret to a Better Day at Work? Singing.
/Over the past five years we've discovered that singing with others, far from wasting time, creates time. It energises, refreshes and creates new bonds, shared understandings and platforms for meaningful communication. The extraordinary experience of singing in a group brings those taking part very much into the present, away from the worries of yesterday's proposal or tomorrow's team meeting. These are just some of the many reasons around 4.5% of Europe's population - that's 37 million people - engage in group signing activities. Are you missing out by only singing in the shower?
Read MoreTeam Building Exercises and Icebreakers For Any Group
/Here at Starling Arts we have a different approach to team building and group cohesion. We use a mixture of vocal and performance exercises to create engaging workshops for groups of all sizes. We're often asked to share our most popular and effective exercises that get groups together, so here are five of our fail-safe favourites that work for any group!
Read MoreThe Death of the Album?
/Emily reflects on the way we consume music and what it means for the latest Starling Arts release.
Read MoreWhy Are People Scared to Sing?
/We rebuff some of the common myths and misconceptions that stop people from giving singing a go! From embarrassment, lack of experience or fear of rejection, we explore the multiple reasons why you should drop your inhibitions and reap the rewards of singing with others!
Read MoreDelight in delight
/As adults, we often get bogged down by the weight of the world, forgetting to acknowledge those moments that make us happy, proud or liberated. We're too worried about what someone might think or how we might look, or simply don't allow ourselves the time to reflect on these moments.
Read MoreSinging on Prescription?
/Starling co-director Emily Garsin gives five reasons why choirs are good for our health, well-being and social lives.
Read MoreSeven Steps to Vocal Health
/One of the most common questions we're asked is how to look after the voice. This is particularly important in winter when there are a plethora of colds to catch, grimy air conditioned public transport to be squished into and concerts to sing in. Here are our tips for top vocal health!
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