Singing lowers stress hormones, particularly cortisol, the primary hormone associated with stress.
Multiple studies confirm this effect:
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A 2017 study measured cortisol levels in saliva before and after singing, finding a significant decrease post-singing, indicating reduced stress and increased relaxation.
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Research from the Frontiers in Psychology journal showed that singing in low-stress environments reduces cortisol and cortisone levels, while high-stress performances (like live concerts) can increase them.
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The Royal College of Music and other institutions have found that singing sessions lead to measurable drops in cortisol, contributing to a calmer state of mind.
These benefits occur whether singing solo or in a group, as long as the environment is not anxiety-inducing.
Singing also stimulates the vagus nerve, which helps regulate the body’s stress response, and promotes spaciousness(emptying the mind), further reducing mental clutter and stress.
Singing and Piano lessons are offered in Nanoose Bay, serving Parksville, Nanaimo, Qualicum Beach, and Ladysmith areas in BC.
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