| March Spring Sing 2026 Week 2 |
| March Week 2 Ooh, these songs have given us a run for our money! We’d love to know how you found them – there are a fair few that went down a great deal quieter than our last sing-along songs! It is interesting to see how songs that we are used to listening to are quite a bit more challenging to actually sing along to in their entirety. Not a bad thing, tho, as it keeps the grey matter ticking along, learning (or remembering) unfamiliar songs – and don’t forget, links to the bottom of the page have songs from last month – and last year. Socials We’re back to our session songs – and I don’t get social media at all. Honestly, one month it’s in the thousands, next month, the tens … I just hope that you get to use our socials to add a song a day to your day, and follow us on: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 97: https://youtu.be/xKP86qsyLg0Podcast Links I actually forgot (!) to post our recent session, so I’ve just posted tonight … honestly! Click here for the audio of Spring Sing March 2026. Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 60,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Emotional Release Many of us struggle to find healthy outlets for processing our emotions. Singing offers a way to release feelings that might otherwise be hard to articulate. Music and melody can give voice to emotions that words alone cannot express, allowing people to release sadness, frustration, or anger in a safe, constructive way. Studies have shown that this emotional release through singing can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. 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 on as usual All sessions are on again this week: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! We’re starting March with 14,000 likes and 854 followers! These are the hits you love: #1 – Easter Parade (373) #2 – Blue Moon (370) #3 – Bye Bye Blackbird (329) #4 – Build Me Up Buttercup (292) #5 – Help (144)YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re starting March with 509 subscribers, and 4,700 views this week! #1 – You Are My Sunshine (78) #2 – Catch A Falling Star (77) #3 – Care Home Choir 97 March Spring Sing (53) #4 – Blue Moon (46) #5 – Care Home Choir 43 Amarillo (34) Keep warm, keep creative – and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 97 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our February songs! Care Home Choir 96What were we singing last year? Spring songs from last year! Care Home Choir 85 |
| March Spring Sing 2026 Week 1 |
| March Week 1 What a mixed weather weekend! On Thursday, I was planning our first bbq. And then I went outside …! Friday’s grey weather convinced me to cancel! By Saturday, I was doing a little more in the garden. And today, despite the blue skies, I knew better – and stayed inside, to finish preparing, well, this selection of songs! Socials We’ve just finished our spontaneous songs and we’ll be back to our session songs from tomorrow. Don’t forget to use our socials to add a song a day to your day, and follow us on: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 97: https://youtu.be/xKP86qsyLg0Podcast Links Hoping that you’ve tried out our audio version through podcasts, google Hear This and look for us, Think Cre8tive Group, for our latest session – or click the handy link below! Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 60,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Rhythmic Synch Singing, especially when it involves rhythm, activates several brain regions that work in harmony to process music, rhythm, and language. Rhythmic singing can synchronise brainwaves and create a meditative state, similar to what people experience with mindful breathing or drumming. This synchronisation can reduce anxiety, improve focus, and even enhance mental clarity, helping the brain to “reset” from stress. 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 on as usual All sessions are on again this week: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! In February, we have 14,000 likes and 846 followers! These are the hits you love: #1 – I Love You Because (1,634) #2 – I Wanna Hold Your Hand (876) #3 – The Loco-Motion (696) #4 – Mamma Mia (658) #5 – Waterloo (625)YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 505 subscribers, and 4,300 views this week! #1 – You Are My Sunshine (216) #2 – Take A Chance On Me (104) #3 – Land of Hope and Glory (95) #4 – Happy Wanderer (94) #5 – Catch A Falling Star (88) Keep warm, keep creative – and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 97 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our February songs! Care Home Choir 96What were we singing last year? Spring songs from last year! Care Home Choir 85 |
| February Feels 2026 Week 4 |
 February Week 4We’ve had some clear and sunny skies recently, and even thought it doesn’t exactly feel like the temperature has dropped, it’s beginning to look like spring! I’ve been keeping an eye on a few local ducks on my dog walks, turning down the music I play, just to hear them quacking, warning each other about the dog and me … And thinking about the new spring selection that we’ll be starting shortly for our Spring Sing sessions through Greater Manchester’s Live Well programme! Socials We’re onto our alternative songs this week, with today’s selection featuring Elvis’s Teddy Bear! Don’t forget to use our socials to add a song a day to your day, and follow us on: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 96: https://youtu.be/uem59ghub4IPodcast Links Hoping that you’ve tried out our audio version through podcasts, google Hear This and look for us, Think Cre8tive Group, for our latest session – or click the handy link below! Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 60,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Vagus Nerve One of the core physical actions involved in singing is deep, controlled breathing. Unlike typical shallow breathing associated with stress, singing requires diaphragmatic breathing, where air is drawn deep into the lungs. This style of breathing activates the vagus nerve—a crucial component of the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps regulate stress responses and promotes relaxation. The vagus nerve has a broad impact on various bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and immune response. When you stimulate the vagus nerve through deep, rhythmic breathing, you activate your body’s “rest and digest” mode, which counteracts the “fight or flight” stress response. This leads to lower heart rates, reduced blood pressure, and a general sense of calm. 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: We’re BACK! All sessions are on again this week, and we can’t wait! Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! In February, we have 14,000 likes and 842 followers! These are the hits you love: #1 – I Love You Because (1,633) #2 – I Wanna Hold Your Hand (871) #3 – Mamma Mia (655) #4 – Waterloo (618) #5 – Dancing Queen (550)YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 503 subscribers, and 4,300 views this week! #1 – You Are My Sunshine (143) #2 – Catch A Falling Star (73) #3 – Land of Hope and Glory (72) #4 – Thank You For The Music (70) #5 – Happy Wanderer (65) Keep warm, keep creative – and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 96 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our January songs! Care Home Choir 95What were we singing last year? Love songs from last year! Care Home Choir 84 |
| February Feels 2026 Week 3 |
| February Week 3 Well, they say it snowed, not that I saw it! It certainly feels cold and wet enough, but perhaps not. This said, we have more daffy’s out, more snowdrops, and the few bulbs I did plant have more than just sprouts coming up! We’ve had our first Valentine’s concert at Tesco, but the weather was so poor there were very few shopping by 2pm on Saturday. That said, the staff more than made up for the low customer numbers with their enthusiasm. They loved the selection, and we hope you do, too! And don’t forget, now that we are on Session 96, this means that there are 95 other sessions to choose from if you fancied some variety! Socials Don’t forget to use our socials to add a song a day to your day, and follow us on:Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 96: https://youtu.be/uem59ghub4IPodcast Links We know some people respond better to audio, so we have our podcasts available, with all of our earlier shows available or due to be released soon. Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 59,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Feel Good Chemicals When you sing, your brain releases a cocktail of hormones and neurotransmitters that contribute to an immediate mood boost. Endorphins, often called “the body’s natural painkillers,” are released when you sing, creating a sense of well-being and reducing stress. At the same time, singing triggers the release of dopamine and oxytocin. Dopamine, the “reward chemical,” creates feelings of pleasure and satisfaction, while oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” fosters feelings of bonding and trust. These chemical reactions are part of why singing often feels euphoric and calming. They help counteract stress hormones like cortisol, which can build up in response to chronic anxiety, and create a sense of relaxation and connection. 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: HALF TERM All sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: PERFORMANCE – Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm OFF – Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm OFF – Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! In February, we have 13,900 likes and 842 followers! These are the hits you love: #1 – I Love You Because (1,631) #2 – I Wanna Hold Your Hand (868) #3 – Mamma Mia (654) #4 – Waterloo (617) #5 – Dancing Queen (542)YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 503 subscribers, and 3,900 views this week! #1 – Catch A Falling Star (58) #2 – Land of Hope and Glory (55) #3 – Love Divine (53) #4 – Care Home Choir 39 Sunny Songs (49) #5 – Care Home Choir 21 Summer Fun (44) Keep warm, keep creative – and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 96 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our January songs! Care Home Choir 95What were we singing last year? Love songs from last year! Care Home Choir 84 |
| February Feels 2026 Week 2 |
| February Week 2 I know they say don’t speak too soon, but when the snow drops start coming out and the bulbs (that you managed to plant!) start sprouting, well … spring is definitely on the way! I really must get better at labelling things tho, my greenhouse is mad with greenery (that survived!), and … I don’t know what is what, ha ha! Our singing groups have gone SENSATIONAL! Not only are our members finally getting back to things (between weather and illness), but we have a small but steady increase in numbers, too! Our live groups will be performing the January Valentine’s songs shortly so they are still singing those – and they are still enjoying them! However, you have the new lot, our “February Feels” – would you be up for a You Tube Live or Facebook Live sometime? Let us know! Socials Creativity in health care is making a big splash, with a new book by Prof Daisy Fancourt just come out and now doing the rounds, Art Cure. Research is discovering that creativity is just as essential as air, water, food and sleep – we need to create to thrive! Use our socials to add a song a day to your day, and follow us on: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 96: https://youtu.be/uem59ghub4IPodcast Links We’ve just uploaded this session – https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc96-february-feels-2026/ – and we’re number one again! With our Feb 2024 session at number 2! Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 59,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Emotional Support Group singing provides a safe space for emotional release, allowing people to express feelings they might not otherwise vocalise. The act of singing can be therapeutic, as it channels emotions like grief, joy, or frustration into song, offering relief and catharsis. Research Insight: Music therapy studies show that singing can facilitate emotional release, especially for those dealing with grief or trauma. In group settings, the supportive presence of others can enhance this healing process, creating a shared space for mutual understanding and compassion.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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! In February, we have 13,900 likes and 841 followers! These are the hits you love: #1 – I Wanna Hold Your Hand (858) #2 – Mamma Mia (648) #3 – Love Me Do (325) #4 – Have I Told You Lately That I Love You (312) #5 – Love Divine (213) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 502 subscribers, and 4,100 views this week! #1 – Care Home Choir 39 Sunny Songs (41) #2 – Care Home Choir 96 February Feels (35) #3 – Care Home Choir 21 Summer Fun (34) #4 – Land of Hope and Glory (33) #5 – Tie A Yellow Ribbon (32) Keep warm, keep creative – and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 96 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our January songs! Care Home Choir 95What were we singing last year? Love songs from last year! Care Home Choir 84 |
| February Feels 2026 Week 1 |
| February Week 1 Are your daffy’s out?? I saw these on our dog walk this week, with snowdrops rising down the path, too (more than likely planted by my late mother-in-law, determined to leave her mark!). Speaking about dogs, look out for mine in the last song, Thank You For The Music – he had had enough of waiting for me to play with him. Guess I need to get him singing, too! Socials We’ve just finished our additional songs, and from today, we’re starting on our hour-long song breakdown – have a listen and add a song a day to your day! Follow us today: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 96: https://youtu.be/uem59ghub4IPodcast Links We’ve just uploaded this session – https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc96-february-feels-2026/ – let’s see how we do this month! Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 59,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Emotional Support Group singing provides a safe space for emotional release, allowing people to express feelings they might not otherwise vocalise. The act of singing can be therapeutic, as it channels emotions like grief, joy, or frustration into song, offering relief and catharsis. Research Insight: Music therapy studies show that singing can facilitate emotional release, especially for those dealing with grief or trauma. In group settings, the supportive presence of others can enhance this healing process, creating a shared space for mutual understanding and compassion.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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! Ending January, we have 13,900 likes and 843 followers! These are the hits you loved this month: #1 – Auld Lang Syne (9,940) #2 – Black Velvet (4,798) #3 – Halfway to Paradise (3,972) #4 – Unchained Melody (2,707) #5 – Dancing In The Street (2,100) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 502 subscribers, and 4,200 views this week! #1 – I Just Called To Say I Love You (118) #2 – When I’m 64 (106) #3 – Care Home Choir 21 Summer Fun (106) #4 – Black Velvet (104) #5 – Catch A Falling Star (97) We still have a lot of people using our old recordings – hope you’re loving them, too! Keep warm and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 96 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our January songs! Care Home Choir 95What were we singing last year? Love songs from last year! Care Home Choir 84 |
January Week 4
Oh, what a glorious Saturday we had! It actually felt like Spring! I went into the garden, watered the green house plants that have so far survived, and looked at my social media posts of years gone by when we were wading through snow! It’s looking to be a considerably colder week, so it’ll be good to stay warm – and sing!
Our live groups are sounding better and better! Ok, it is partly as more and more people return, whether from illness, holidays or other responsibilities. But the groups are singing more confidently, looking forward to our upcoming Valentine’s performances!
Socials
We’re still celebrating YouTube finally hitting 500 subscribers (503 at last count)! Follow us today: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!
Link to Care Home Choir Session 95: https://youtu.be/r1uG5FnZhF4
Podcast Links
Our New Year’s selection from 2024 has hit no. 4 this week – https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc70-jan-2024-new-year/ !
Our most popular shows remain:
#1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners!
#2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners
#3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners
#4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners
#5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners
Still climbing, we have over 59,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present:
Benefits of Singing: Emotional Support
Group singing provides a safe space for emotional release, allowing people to express feelings they might not otherwise vocalise. The act of singing can be therapeutic, as it channels emotions like grief, joy, or frustration into song, offering relief and catharsis.
Research Insight: Music therapy studies show that singing can facilitate emotional release, especially for those dealing with grief or trauma. In group settings, the supportive presence of others can enhance this healing process, creating a shared space for mutual understanding and compassion.
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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather:
Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm
Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm
Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm
Please promote to people local to us!
TikTok Hits!
Starting January on a high, we have 13,900 likes and 837 followers! These are the hits you loved this month:
#1 – Auld Lang Syne (9,933)
#2 – Black Velvet (4,793)
#3 – Halfway to Paradise (3,971)
#4 – Unchained Melody (2,703)
#5 – Dancing In The Street (2,099)
YouTube Hits!
Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 503 subscribers, and 4,200 views this week!
#1 – I Just Called To Say I Love You (105)
#2 – Black Velvet (104)
#3 – Care Home Choir 95 Valentines January (88)
#4 – Care Home Choir 16 Sweet July (84)
#5 – Care Home Choir 21 Summer Fun (65)
So lovely to see people using old recordings – we just love what we do!
Keep warm and keep singing!
Frances, Mel and Pam
January 2026 Valentines Week 3
What a funny weekend – dry on the Saturday, raining on the Sunday, so of course, we had to hit the garden centre on Saturday! I couldn’t resist a gorgeous circular orchid, especially at half price, but I got back a little too late for a dog walk. Made up for it today a little with a walk around our local lake or “bunk” as the locals call it, with a few ducks in the rain! And as tempted as I am, I cannot convince myself to go into the garden – guess I’ll just stick to singing! It’s funny how quickly I forget what it’s like to start a new set of songs. I’m so used to the confidence, the volume, the fun of performing after a few weeks of rehearsal, 3 times a week for me. So going into our 3rd week, I expect there to be more volume, more confidence this week. How have they been going for you? Socials Our socials are still on the songlist, with YouTube finally hitting 500 subscribers! Follow us today: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 95: https://youtu.be/r1uG5FnZhF4Podcast Links Our New Year’s selection from 2024 has hit no. 4 this week – https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc70-jan-2024-new-year/ ! Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 58,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Social Bonding One of the unique aspects of group singing is its ability to foster social bonds and provide emotional support. Group singing allows individuals to express themselves openly, creating an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding that nurtures mental wellness.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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! Starting January on a high, we have 13,700 likes and 832 followers! These are the hits you loved this month: #1 – Auld Lang Syne (9,920) #2 – Black Velvet (4,786) #3 – Halfway to Paradise (3,971) #4 – Dancing In The Street (2,099) #5 – Be My Baby (648) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 500 subscribers, and 4,300 views this week! #1 – Black Velvet (97) #2 – I Just Called To Say I Love You (97) #3 – Care Home Choir 16 Sweet July (84) #4 – Care Home Choir 95 Valentines January (81) #5 – Care Home Choir 50 B-Singers May (56) So lovely to see people using old recordings – we just love what we do! Keep warm and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam Session 95 What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 94What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! |
January 2026 Valentines Week 2
| January Week 2 So after warning after warning after warning – we got no snow! People were cancelling work, making back up plans and – nothing! In fact, despite the rain, I’ve even been able to walk the dog every day, although I admit that some walks have been shorter than usual! And yeah, while I walk, I have my music playing (featuring my current Wicked obsession!) The first week of our Valentine’s songs have been going slowly but surely. Songs aren’t quite as familiar as Christmas carols, but people are sounding good. Thankfully people with health conditions are being sensible and not sharing – too many caring for friends or relatives with serious conditions. Let us know what you think of them! Socials Our socials are a mix of old and new, with TikTok’s hitting record highs last and this month: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 95: https://youtu.be/r1uG5FnZhF4Podcast Links We’ve posted our new Valentine selection to our podcasts and this week, it’s hit no. 1 – https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc95-jan-2026/! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,870 listeners #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 978 listeners #1 – July Summer Party 2025 – 927 listeners #1 – Easter April 2025 – 915 listeners #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 58,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Cortisol Reduction Singing, especially in a group, reduces cortisol levels, a stress hormone. When cortisol levels decrease, people feel more relaxed, grounded, and resilient to stress. Research Insight: A study in Frontiers in Psychology measured cortisol levels in participants before and after a community singing session. The findings showed a significant reduction in cortisol levels post-singing, suggesting that group singing is an effective way to alleviate stress. Participants reported feeling “lighter” and “more positive,” highlighting the stress-relieving benefits of community singing.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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! Starting January on a high, we have 13,700 likes and 832 followers! These are the hits you loved this month: #1 – Auld Lang Syne (9,902) #2 – Black Velvet (4,782) #3 – Halfway to Paradise (3,970) #4 – Dancing In The Street (2,097) #5 – Be My Baby (643) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 499 subscribers, and 4,500 views this week! #1 – Black Velvet (88) #2 – Care Home Choir 95 Valentines January (75) #3 – I Just Called To Say I Love You (75) #4 – Care Home Choir 16 Sweet July (68) #5 – Care Home Choir 12 Twisting June (54) So lovely to see people using old recordings – we just love what we do! Keep warm and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 95 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 94What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! Care Home Choir 83 |
January 2026 Valentine Week 1
| January Week 1 And it seems a lot of the country have woken up to SNOW! Yes, we sort of expect it, but the weatherman is so wrong so often, it’s always a bit of a surprise when they’re right! Our little pup (look for him in our socials, Black Velvet!) isn’t quite sure what to make of it, still doing a lot of licking, and we’re not quite sure what sessions are going to look like, with the on-and-off forecast this week. Socials Our socials are a mix of old and new, with TikTok’s hitting record highs last and this month: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 95: https://youtu.be/r1uG5FnZhF4Podcast Links We’ve just posted our new Valentine selection to our podcasts, https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc95-jan-2026/. Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,870 listeners #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 978 listeners #1 – July Summer Party 2025 – 927 listeners #1 – Easter April 2025 – 915 listeners #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 58,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Heart/Breath Synch In group singing, individuals often unconsciously synchronise their breathing and heart rates with one another. This physiological alignment can induce a meditative, calming state, similar to the effects of deep breathing or meditation. Story: Jenny, a retired schoolteacher, joined a local choir to combat loneliness after her husband’s passing. She describes the choir as her “safe space.” During rehearsals, Jenny feels an overwhelming sense of calm and connection. “When we sing together, it feels like our hearts are beating in harmony,” she says. “It’s like a silent support system—no one has to say anything, but you feel like you’re part of something bigger.”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 sessions are on again this week, subject to weather: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library 2.15-3.45pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm Please promote to people local to us! TikTok Hits! Starting January on a high, we have 13,700 likes and 829 followers! These are the hits you loved last month: #1 – Auld Lang Syne (9,829) #2 – Black Velvet (4,637) #3 – Dancing In The Street (2,089) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 498 subscribers, and 4,800 views this week! #1 – Black Velvet (79) #2 – Auld Lang Syne (39) #3 – Care Home Choir 12 Twisting June (39) #4 – Care Home Choir 13 Sunny June (36) #5 – Care Home Choir 16 Sweet July (29) Again, it is interesting how people are finding our old You Tube posts compared to the new – we’re just glad you’re singing! We are being found more and more on TVs, and are so glad to share the music with you! Keep sparkly and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 95 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Christmas songs! Care Home Choir 94 What were we singing last year? January songs from last year! Care Home Choir 83 |
December 2025 Week 4
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| December Week 4 It’s Christmas week! How many presents have been wrapped? How many Christmas dinners have you already had? How many carols have been sung? For me, the answers are none, 1 and … thousands! Since November, for about 5-6 weeks, I have sung an average of 20 carols, 4 or 5 times a week … ok, maybe it’s just over 100. It feels like more! And here’s one for the books! We were casually invited to sing at a Salvation Army Community Christmas service last week – as usual – and BBC Manchester happened to be recording a radio show from the road. At the last minute, they were let down by their traditional brass band – and asked yours truly to bring her guitar and singing club. And then at literally the 11the hour, another Salvationist was available to play keyboard – which he borrowed from no less than The Strawberry Fields. So yeah, if you listen to Darren Milby’s show on BBC Sounds from 17/12/2025, you will hear us singy (quietly) in the background! Unfortunately you won’t see our 90-something Mother Christmas and our 70-something Christmas elf! Socials I need to get more recordings done – so keep an eye out on our socials – seriously hitting the big numbers on TikTok this month: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 94: https://youtu.be/zZEZMDmHVoU Podcast Links This week, our 2023 Christmas recording has hit number 2, hope you enjoy it! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,870 listeners #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 978 listeners #1 – July Summer Party 2025 – 927 listeners #1 – Easter April 2025 – 915 listeners #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 57,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Emotional Regulation Music provides an outlet for emotional expression, which can help with processing and releasing pent-up emotions. People often turn to music to match or shift their mood, using sad songs to express sorrow, uplifting songs to boost energy, or calming songs to unwind. This versatility makes music a valuable tool for emotional regulation, especially for those dealing with stress.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 sessions are off this week, as we spend time with our nearest and dearest! TikTok Hits! Mid-December, we have 13,600 likes and 830 followers! These are the hits you loved last month: #1 – Merry Xmas Everybody (10.9K) #2 – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas (9,884) #3 – O Holy Night (7,998) #4 – Merry Christmas Everyone (7,329) #5 – Frosty The Snowman (7,179) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 492 subscribers, and 4,300 views this week! #1 – Care Home Choir 50 B-singers (183) #2 – Away in a Manger (81) #3 – Care Home Choir 94 – Christmas (79) #4 – Catch A Falling Star (77) #5 – Care Home Choir 24 August Friends (75) Analytics on You Tube have clearly changed a lot, with very different priorities than TikTok or Facebook. What is interesting is how many people are finding our other shows and how relevant they are finding them, even at this time of year. Let’s hope I get to recording soon, but until then, keep sparkly and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 93 |
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| What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! Care Home Choir 82 |
December 2025 Week 3
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| December Week 3 The weather may be wet (and sometimes wild!) but don’t the sparkly lights make it worth it. I’ve even ventured into the mad dog-owners world of getting our pup a waterproof coat, whilst wearing my waterproof Wicked hat! And yes, if it’s not the Wicked soundtrack playing on my phone, it’s Christmas carols, prepping for our ongoing performances! We’ve sung at Tesco’s, at the mayor’s Christmas Fair, Parish Christmas Fairs and next, a community group Christmas party! It is so heartening to see the development of what we do. We were first invited to the mayor’s Christmas Fair after inviting the mayor to a Care Home where we presented the home with instruments from grant funding. Just me and Pam. Next year, our volunteer and the mayor’s consort accompanied us, on trumpet and ukulele. Party of 4. Then a group of 8. Last year, a group of 12. This year, a whopping 22! Socials We’re still singing our session carols on our socials. And then we’ll be adding the songs we’ve been asked to sing for our local Salvation Army, for BBC Manchester – have a listen on Christmas Day – and do let me know if there is a favourite you would like to see on our socials: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 94: https://youtu.be/zZEZMDmHVoUPodcast Links Last week, our 2024 Remembrance podcast has hit number 2, and this week, we have number 1 with our https://hearthis.at/thinkcre8tivegroupcic/chc94-dec-2025-christmas/2025 Christmas podcast! We hope you enjoy it! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,870 listeners #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 978 listeners #1 – July Summer Party 2025 – 927 listeners #1 – Easter April 2025 – 915 listeners #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 57,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Physiological Effects Music can elicit specific physiological responses that combat the symptoms of stress: Lowering Heart Rate and Blood Pressure:Studies have shown that calming music can reduce heart rate and blood pressure, counteracting the physical symptoms of stress. Reducing Cortisol Levels:Listening to soothing music has been linked to lower cortisol levels, which can alleviate tension and promote relaxation. Increasing Serotonin and Endorphins:Music can increase serotonin and endorphins, chemicals associated with mood elevation, pain relief, and overall well-being. 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: This is our last week with all 3 clubs celebrating and rehearsing our Christmas songs, so please forward to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2pm-3pm Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm OFF THIS WEEK – AT PERFORMANCES Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm OFF THIS WEEK – CELEBRATION TikTok Hits! Mid-December, we have 13,600 likes and 830 followers! These are the hits you loved last month: #1 – Merry Xmas Everybody (10.9K) #2 – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas (9,881) #3 – Frosty The Snowman (7,172) #4 – Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (6,421) #5 – Merry Christmas Everyone (6,551) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 492 subscribers, and 3,800 views this week! #1 – Care Home Choir 24 August Friends (75) #2 – Care Home Choir 94 – Christmas (69) #3 – Care Home Choir 50 – B-singers (59) #4 – Catch A Falling Star (57) #5 – Frosty The Snowman (54) Keep sparkly and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 94 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 93What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! Care Home Choir 82 |
December 2025 Week 2
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| December Week 2 And then it was December! Not sure what happened – gremlins as they say! – but I had the email all set to go last week – and it never went! So here are our Christmas songs for this month! We’re hoping that you’ve started feeling Christmassy, that the darker nights have been brightened by strings of lights, candles and festive trees. With so much social media, you’ll be inundated with craft and baking ideas, but don’t forget to make some time to sit down and enjoy it – and maybe have a sing! Socials We have officially started our Christmas Carol Countdown! All the carols on our hour long session will be up first for the first 19 days, and then we’ll have some suprises – let me know if there is a favourite you would like to see on our socials: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 94: https://youtu.be/zZEZMDmHVoUPodcast Links Last week, our 2024 Remembrance podcast has hit number 2, and this week, we have number 1 with our 2025 Christmas podcast! We hope you enjoy it! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,867 listeners since release! #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 977 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 56,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Brain and Emotions Music is unique in its ability to engage multiple parts of the brain simultaneously, influencing our emotional, cognitive, and motor functions. Listening to music activates the brain’s reward system, particularly the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and motivation. This dopamine boost explains why music feels good and helps create a sense of reward and satisfaction, which can counterbalance stress.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: We have all 3 clubs this week rehearsing our Christmas songs, so please forward to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2pm-3pm – OFF THIS WEEK (WOMEN’S GROUP) Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm TikTok Hits! We’ve started December with 13,600 likes and 829 followers! These are the hits you loved last month: #1 – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas (9,842) #2 – Frosty The Snowman (7,153) #3 – Feliz Navidad (6,448) #4 – Adeste Fideles (4,354) #5 – J-I-N-G-L-E Bells (1,529) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 491 subscribers, and 3,300 views this week! And again, none of the November songs hit the top 5! #1 – Frosty The Snowman (43) #2 – Care Home Choir 94 – Christmas (35) #3 – Feliz Navidad (31) #4 – He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands (27) #5 – Catch A Falling Star (26) Keep sparkly and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
| Session 94 |
| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 93What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! Care Home Choir 82 |
December 2025 Week 1
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| December Week 1 And then it was December! We’re hoping that you’ve started feeling Christmassy, that the darker nights have been brightened by strings of lights, candles and festive trees. With so much social media, you’ll be inundated with craft and baking ideas, but don’t forget to make some time to sit down and enjoy it – and maybe have a sing!Socials We have officially started our Christmas Carol Countdown! All the carols on our hour long session will be up first for the first 19 days, and then we’ll have some suprises – let me know if there is a favourite you would like to see on our socials: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 94: https://youtu.be/zZEZMDmHVoUPodcast Links This week, our 2024 Remembrance podcast has hit number 2! With over 400 listeners since release, we hope you enjoy it! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,867 listeners since release! #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 977 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 55,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 us to be present: Benefits of Singing: Being Present Mindfulness practices often emphasise the importance of breath, and singing naturally incorporates breathwork. By focusing on breathing techniques, singers become more attuned to their body and present state. This connection between breath and voice helps individuals cultivate a sense of presence, grounding them in the moment and reducing anxiety. In Mindfulness & Wellness Journal, a study highlighted how individuals who practiced singing reported increased mindfulness and self-awareness. Participants described feeling more present, less reactive, and more in tune with their emotions, demonstrating how singing can foster a meditative state. 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: We have all 3 clubs this week rehearsing our Christmas songs, so please forward to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2.15-3.45pm – CHANGE FROM 2! Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm TikTok Hits! We’ve ended November with 13,600 likes and 826 followers! These are the hits you loved last month: #1 – Swing Low Sweet Chariot (11,500) #2 – As Time Goes By (10,200) #3 – I Can See Clearly Now (9,574) #4 – Bring Me Sunshine (5,882) #5 – Lean On Me (4,678) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 490 subscribers, and 3,400 views this week! And again, none of the November songs hit the top 5! #1 – Catch A Falling Star (136) #2 – Care Home Choir 93 November Remembrance (110) #3 – Care Home Choir 59 Love Love Love (81) #4 – Once in Royal David’s City (79) #5 – Happy Wanderer (70) Keep sparkly and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our Remembrance songs! Care Home Choir 93 |
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| What were we singing last year? Christmas songs from last year! Care Home Choir 82 |
November 2025 Week 4
So, Halloween and Guy Fawkes are over, Remembrance services are celebrated and sung, sunset at 4pm – so this means one thing: Christmas prep is under way! Shops have been selling chocolate advent calendars for months – one shop assistant proudly told me that he’d bought (and finished) one of each type that had come in! But yeah, our groups are solidly practising our Christmas songs ready for our upcoming performances, and sounding really good Socials We have our alternate songs out each day now until December, so catch them on your favourite socials, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 93: https://youtu.be/XjC_iIQWdwA Podcast Links This week, our 2024 Remembrance podcast has hit number 2! With over 400 listeners since release, we hope you enjoy it! Our recent top releases are: #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,867 listeners since release! #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 977 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 55,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Meditative Quality Singing involves focused breathing, intentional rhythm, and sustained attention, all of which create a meditative effect. When individuals sing, they are often fully absorbed in the moment, concentrating on the melody, lyrics, and rhythm. This state of mindfulness helps quiet the “mental chatter” that often accompanies stress and anxiety, allowing the mind to reset and refocus. Research has shown that mindful activities like singing can reduce activity in the brain’s default mode network (DMN), which is associated with mind-wandering and self-referential thoughts. By quieting the DMN, singing promotes a sense of inner peace and mental clarity, similar to the effects of meditation.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: We have 2 clubs this week rehearsing our Christmas songs, so please forward to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2-3.30pm OFF Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm TikTok Hits! We’re starting November with 13,500 likes and 823 followers! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – Swing Low Sweet Chariot (11,400) #2 – I Can See Clearly Now (9,572) #3 – As Time Goes By (9,406) #4 – Bring Me Sunshine (4,168) #5 – Lean On Me (4,676) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 487 subscribers, and 3,600 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Catch A Falling Star (116) #2 – Care Home Choir 93 November Remembrance (106) #3 – All I Have To Do Is Dream (65) #2 – Once in Royal David’s City(62) #5 – Home On The Range (55) Keep warm and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam Session 93 What were we singing last month? Re-sing our October songs! Care Home Choir 92What were we singing last year? Remembrance songs from last year! Care Home Choir 80 |
November 2025 Week 3
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| November Week 3 No pics this week, but we’ve done our last Remembrance show (Tuesday) and our first 2 Christmas shows already! It’s a strange feeling, already rehearsing these songs, already having performed some of these songs – and it’s not yet December. So it was slightly jarring to go out to dinner last night straight from the performance, still wearing my super warm “Jingle” Christmas jumper (thank you Sainsbury’s!) – and to be greeted by the waiter with, “Hello, Jingle!”Socials We’re still on our remembrance songs out each day, so tune into your favourite socials for a listen to the “Song of the Day” on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 93: https://youtu.be/XjC_iIQWdwAPodcast Links Our 2024 Wellbeing podcast has hit number 1 this week, and our 2023 Remembrance podcast came in at number 3! Hope you enjoy them! Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 976 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,861 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 55,000 plays to date and 11 followers, 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Meditative Quality Singing involves focused breathing, intentional rhythm, and sustained attention, all of which create a meditative effect. When individuals sing, they are often fully absorbed in the moment, concentrating on the melody, lyrics, and rhythm. This state of mindfulness helps quiet the “mental chatter” that often accompanies stress and anxiety, allowing the mind to reset and refocus. Research has shown that mindful activities like singing can reduce activity in the brain’s default mode network (DMN), which is associated with mind-wandering and self-referential thoughts. By quieting the DMN, singing promotes a sense of inner peace and mental clarity, similar to the effects of meditation.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: We’re back to all 3 clubs this week rehearsing Christmas songs (yay!), so please promote to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2-3.30pm, including a brew – Christmas rehearsal! Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm, including a brew – Christmas rehearsal! Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm, including a brew – Christmas rehearsal! TikTok Hits! We’re starting November with 13,500 likes and 821 followers! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – Swing Low, Sweet Chariot (11,400) #2 – I Can See Clearly Now (9,570) #3 – Lean On Me (4,675) #4 – You’ll Never Walk Alone (728) #5 – Vow To Thee My Country (708) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 488 subscribers, and 3,800 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 93 November Remembrance (98) #2 – Catch A Falling Star (81) #3 – All I Have To Do Is Dream (64) #4 – What A Wonderful World (53) #5 – I Vow To Thee My Country (40) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our October songs! Care Home Choir 92 |
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| What were we singing last year? Remembrance songs from last year! Care Home Choir 80 |
November 2025 Week 2
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 November Week 2We had our first Remembrance Performance at Tesco Farnworth, and it went down exceedingly well! About 20 singers turned up, bringing remembrance joy to Sunday shoppers – and ending with Jingle Bells before they brought out their tree!Socials With remembrance songs out each day, they are on your favourite socials, so have a listen on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 93: https://youtu.be/XjC_iIQWdwAPodcast Links And our 2025 Remembrance podcast has hit number 1! With 620 listeners since release, we hope you enjoy it! Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 976 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,861 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 55,000 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Building Confidence Singing can also be an empowering practice that builds confidence and self-acceptance. Many people are initially self-conscious about their voices, but over time, singing can help individuals overcome these insecurities and develop a positive relationship with their own voice. This self-acceptance extends beyond singing, fostering a greater sense of confidence and resilience in daily life.A study published in Arts in Psychotherapy found that individuals who participated in singing-based therapy reported increased self-esteem and a positive shift in self-image. By embracing their voices, participants were able to confront self-doubt and develop a stronger sense of self-worth.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: We’re back to all 3 clubs this week performing rehearsing Remembrance (or Christmas!), so please promote to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2-3.30pm, REMEMBRANCE PERFORMANCE Wednesday: Age UK Farnworth, 2-3.30pm, including a brew – Christmas rehearsal! Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm, including a brew – Christmas rehearsal! TikTok Hits! We’re starting November with 13,500 likes and 818 followers! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – I Can See Clearly Now (9,564) #2 – Lean On Me (3,609) #3 – Vow To Thee My Country (704) #4 – Land of Hope and Glory (467) #5 – Alexander’s Ragtime Band (424) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 487 subscribers, and 3,800 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 93 November Remembrance (58) #2 – What A Wonderful World (52) #3 – Catch A Falling Star (40) #4 – All I Have To Do Is Dream (38) #5 – If I Had A Hammer (37) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our October songs! Care Home Choir 92 |
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| What were we singing last year? Remembrance songs from last year! Care Home Choir 80 |
November 2025 Week 1
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| November Week 1 Well, that’s Halloween done and dusted, and now Guy Fawkes to look forward to! We hope you had some fantastic autumnal treats, and we have some fantastic Remembrance songs to sing along to, as we approach the next 11th of the 11th. We’ll still have our last month’s song links down the bottom of the email, along with alternate remembrance songs from last year.Socials One remembrance song a day is now available on your favourite socials, so have a listen on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 93: https://youtu.be/XjC_iIQWdwAPodcast Links Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 973 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,861 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 54,000 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Unlocking Emotion The act of singing often brings hidden emotions to the surface, allowing individuals to access parts of themselves that they may not be able to express verbally. Vocalising emotions through singing can lead to breakthroughs in self-understanding and emotional release. Research in music therapy has shown that singing can help people process difficult emotions, reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety in the process.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: We’re back to all 3 clubs this week rehearsing Remembrance (or Christmas!), 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 October with 13,500 likes and 815 followers! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – All Shook Up (7,299) #2 – Rubber Ball (2,888) #3 – Anything Goes (853) #4 – Brown Eyed Girl (766) #5 – I’m A Believer (708) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 486 subscribers, and 3,800 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (143) #2 – Catch A Falling Star (112) #3 – Care Home Choir 92 50s and 60s Fever (97) #4 – Knees Up Mother Brown (91) #5 – Magic Moments (77) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our October songs! Care Home Choir 92 |
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| What were we singing last year? Remembrance songs from last year! Care Home Choir 80 |
October 2025 Week 4
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| October Week 4A weekend of fireworks! At least, that is how we started the weekend. Finished with clocks going back and spectacular rain – and last minute tomato-picking before the notorious first frosts hit. I’ve ended up with a load of black tomatoes though, and no idea where they came from. Planted seeds from yellow tomatoes I bought last year, and now I have countless “midnight tomatoes”! On top of which I have so many more bulbs to plant, pots and plant boxes to clear and pack away, just never enough time, so many jobs to do in a garden – they never end, especially when you have a little dog to walk, too. We hope you’re still enjoying the 50s-60s rocking songs, and don’t forget the links to the older reps from last month and last year, at the bottom of the page – always something to sing.Socials Catch up with our daily songs, mainly beginning with As, Bs and Cs, as I went through our extensive list of songs to find something a little different. Still on your favourite socials, so have a listen on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Linked In, BlueSky!Link to Care Home Choir Session 92: https://youtu.be/9i6g07aEUUkPodcast Links Our latest upload for October has hit number 1 in the podcasts in the acoustics genre! Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 967 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,860 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 53,000 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Short and Long Term Singing offers both immediate and cumulative benefits. In moments of stress, singing can provide quick relief by triggering the release of endorphins and reducing cortisol levels. Over time, a regular singing practice builds resilience to stress by enhancing lung capacity, increasing vagal tone, and promoting neuroplasticity. This combination of immediate and long-term effects makes singing a flexible, sustainable tool for managing stress.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: Only 2 of our local venues are on this week due to half term, rehearsing Remembrance, so please promote to anyone who could benefit from a feel-good sing-along: Tuesday: Bolton Central Library, 2-3.30pm, including a brew Thursday: Walmsley Parish Hall, 1.30-3pm, including a brew TikTok Hits! We’re ending October with 13,400 likes and 811 followers! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – Rubber Ball (2,883) #2 – Anything Goes (851) #3 – Brown Eyed Girl (763) #4 – I’m A Believer (705) #5 – Bridge Over Troubled Waters (637) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 486 subscribers, and 3,600 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (134) #2 – Care Home Choir 92 50s and 60s Fever (95) #3 – Knees Up Mother Brown (89) #4 – Catch A Falling Star (86) #5 – Magic Moments (77) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our July songs! Care Home Choir 91 |
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| What were we singing last year? Classic feel good songs from last year! Care Home Choir 79 |
October 2025 Week 3
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| October Week 3Well, the email gremlins hit our programme yesterday, so we were not able to send at all yesterday! Playing catch up today, and hoping that all goes through ok! So, what did you think of the 50s-60s rocking songs? We’re back to number one and two positions on the podcasts again, and yes, we have actually just started our Remembrance rehearsals this week! We’d love to know if you found them tricky or not – personally I loved singing them! 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 92: https://youtu.be/9i6g07aEUUkPodcast Links Our latest upload for October has hit number 1 in the podcasts in the acoustics genre! Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 955 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,860 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release #1 – Country Classics October 2024 – 799 listeners since release #2 – 50s October 2023 – 371 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 52,000 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Accessible Simplicity One of the greatest advantages of using singing for stress management is its simplicity and accessibility. Unlike other stress-relief practices that require specific equipment, environments, or lengthy time commitments, singing can be done almost anywhere and at any time. This accessibility means that people can use singing to self-regulate during moments of acute stress or to maintain a consistent wellness routine.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, rehearsing Remembrance, 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 13,400 likes and 809 followers – woo hoo! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – Rubber Ball (2,875) #2 – Anything Goes (849) #3 – Brown Eyed Girl (761) #4 – I’m A Believer (702) #5 – Blue Moon (518) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 486 subscribers, and 3,600 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (1508) #2 – Care Home Choir 92 50s and 60s Fever (85) #3 – Magic Moments (75) #4 – Catch A Falling Star (67) #5 – Blue Moon (58) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our July songs! Care Home Choir 91 |
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| What were we singing last year? Classic feel good songs from last year! Care Home Choir 79 |
October 2025 Week 2
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| October Week 2 Grey mornings, bright afternoons, leaves the colours of the rainbow – and spotted mushrooms in woodlands! Until I started walking my new puppy on my own, I always thought they were fanciful artist impressions for Enid Blyton books – aren’t they spectacular in real life! Well, we’ve started our new month of 50s-60s rocking songs, number one on the podcasts again (!), and ironically, in our groups, we’ll be starting with our Remembrance rehearsals this week in preparation for a few performances we’ve been asked to deliver. We hope you are continuing to enjoy these belting numbers – our live group have found the beginning to be reasonably hard work, but it keeps getting better toward the end! 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 92: https://youtu.be/9i6g07aEUUk Podcast Links And again, our latest upload for October has hit number 1 in the podcasts in the acoustics genre! Our recent releases are: #1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 946 listeners since release! #1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,860 listeners since release #1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 869 listeners since release Our most popular shows remain: #1 – Coronation Session May 23 (CHC62) – 16,047 listeners! #2 – May Musicals 24 (CHC74) – 2,929 listeners #3 – Spring in the Air Mar 23 (CHC60) – 2,826 listeners #4 – Songs Beginning with A Jan 23 (CHC58) – 2,475 listeners #5 – Country Dance Session 73 Apr 24 (CHC73) – 2,374 listeners Still climbing, we have over 51,000 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 is accessible and simple: Benefits of Singing: Accessible Simplicity One of the greatest advantages of using singing for stress management is its simplicity and accessibility. Unlike other stress-relief practices that require specific equipment, environments, or lengthy time commitments, singing can be done almost anywhere and at any time. This accessibility means that people can use singing to self-regulate during moments of acute stress or to maintain a consistent wellness routine.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, rehearsing Remembrance, 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 13,400 likes and 806 followers – woo hoo! These are the hits you loved so far this month: #1 – Anything Goes (841) #2 – I’m A Believer (616) #3 – All You Need Is Love (328) #4 – Blue Moon (517) #5 – Sweet Caroline (317) YouTube Hits! Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 485 subscribers, and 3,800 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month! #1 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (90) #2 – Care Home Choir 92 50s and 60s Fever (75) #3 – Magic Moments (55) #4 – Wimoweh (Mbube) (37) #5 – Mockingbird Hill (36) Get out while you can, and keep singing! Frances, Mel and Pam |
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| What were we singing last month? Re-sing our July songs! Care Home Choir 91 |
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| What were we singing last year? Classic feel good songs from last year! Care Home Choir 79 |
October 2025 Week 1
October Week 1
It’s October, the month of countdowns. Are you counting down days to Halloween, Guy Fawkes, Remembrance Day, the release of Wicked For Good, or Christmas? It’s all happening, and just when the weather has turned grey – can’t wait for twinkly lights to brighten the gloomy nights!
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 92: https://youtu.be/9i6g07aEUUk
Podcast Links
And again, our latest upload for October has hit number 1 in the podcasts in the acoustics genre!
Our recent releases have taken the top two spots:
#1 – 50s (and 60s) Fever October 2025 – 84 listens in the last 14 hours!
#1 – Musical Medley September 2025 – 1,839 listens since release
#1 – August Summer Vibes 2025 – 868 listens since release
Our most popular shows remain:
#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 50,000 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 reduce stress:
Benefits of Singing: Stress Reduction
The science behind singing provides strong evidence for its role in stress reduction, making it a valuable practice for improving quality of life. But beyond the physiological and psychological mechanisms, what makes singing so accessible and effective as a tool for managing everyday stress? Let’s explore the practical aspects that make singing an ideal addition to one’s mental wellness.
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 13,400 likes and 802 followers – woo hoo! These are the hits you loved so far this month:
#1 – Anything Goes (814)
#2 – All You Need Is Love (323)
#3 – Blue Moon (264)
#4 – Cracklin Roșie (3)
YouTube Hits!
Meanwhile on You Tube, we’re now on 483 subscribers, and 4,200 views this week! None of the new songs have hit the top 5 list for this month!
#1 – Magic Moments (29)
#2 – Waterloo (24)
#3 – Care Home Choir 22 Classic Feel Good (23)
#4 – Mockingbird Hill (22)
#5 – Catch a Falling Star (18)
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!
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