September Week 5
Ooh, it’s still September, so we’re doing our final week of musicals – and if you’re desperate for a different selection, we have last month’s song link at the bottom – as well as last year’s song link!
Socials
Our daily songs are still on your favourite socials, so have a listen on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!
Link to Care Home Choir Session 91: https://youtu.be/FgRHmQcgS1c
Podcast Links
We’ve been releasing older sessions as podcasts each week, and almost every week, the latest upload hits number 1 status – and this week’s new recording is no different – another number 1 for the acoustics genre!
Our recent releases have taken the top two spots:
#1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,839 listens since release
#1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 868 listens since release
We hit number 1 and 2 spots, and looking at the numbers, our most popular shows have not changed much:
#1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listens!
#2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listens
#3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listens
#4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listens
#5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listens
Still climbing, we have over 49,000 plays to date, so if you fancy listening instead of watching, give us a follow: https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic.
Health Benefits
We have more health benefits! Here we look at the way that singing helps to improve empathy building
Benefits of Singing: Empathy Building
Singing with others also promotes emotional bonding, as it allows individuals to share their voices, synchronise their rhythms, and connect on a deeply human level. This shared experience builds empathy and trust among participants, creating a sense of support and understanding within the group. The release of oxytocin during group singing further strengthens these bonds, making group singing an ideal activity for those seeking emotional support and social connection.
A study published in Psychology of Music highlighted how group singing increased levels of empathy among participants, noting that people who sang together felt more connected to one another. This bonding effect helps individuals feel understood and supported, which is especially beneficial for people who may be navigating mental health challenges or difficult life circumstances.
This and other benefits are all included in our book, Unleash The Healing Power of Singing on Amazon, with more ideas and helpful hints.Please feel free to send us your experiences of singing with your groups, email info@thinkcre8tivegroup.com !
Live sessions this week:
All 3 of our local venues are on this week, so please promote to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along:
Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2-3.30pm, including a brew
Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm, including a brew
Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm, including a brew
TikTok Hits!
We’re ending September with 13,300 likes and 798 followers! These are the hits you loved:
#1 – Walking On Sunshine (6,586)
#2 – You’ll Never Walk Alone (3,748)
#3 – Bad Moon Rising (3401)
#4 – I Could Have Danced All Night (1,421)
#5 – Leaning On A Lamppost (1,332)
YouTube Hits!
Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 486 subscribers, and 4,600 views this week! Our top songs in September are:
#1 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (215)
#2 – Black Hills of Dakota (191)
#3 – Care Home Choir 91 (107)
#4 – Lambeth Walk (103)
#5 – Mamma Mia (97)
Get out while you can, and keep singing!
Frances, Mel and Pam
What were we singing last month?
Re-sing our August songs!
What were we singing last year?
Classic feel good songs from last year!