News & Insights
Starling Arts Celebrates being Double Finalist at the British Youth Travel Awards
We have some thrillifying news! Building on last year’s Silver Award victory, Wicked Active Learning is the only West End show to be shortlisted at the 2026 British Youth Travel Awards—and this year, it’s a double finalist!
How Mindfulness Can Transform Your Singing
Discover how combining mindfulness and singing can transform your vocal practice, boost focus, and reduce stress. Explore 5 simple techniques to release body tension, improve breath control, and enhance your wellbeing through mindful singing.
Finding Focus with a Group: 5 Techniques for Better Rehearsals, Meetings, and Workshops
Ready to run better rehearsals, meetings, and workshops? Discover 5 simple group focus techniques, including structured breathing, pair games, and unison movement.
What's in a Name? The Secret Behind Starling Arts
Discover why Starling Arts is inspired by the starling—a symbol of community, vocal power, and collaboration. Explore our inclusive group singing projects today!
5 Stress-Busting Physical Warm-Ups to Calm the Body and Mind
Try five simple physical warm-ups to release tension and calm your nervous system. By discharging excess cortisol, easing jaw stress, and stimulating the vagus nerve, these movement exercises quickly transform feeling overwhelmed into feeling calm, focused, and energised.
5 Creative Workplace Wellbeing Activities That Outperform Traditional Away Days
Discover five creative workplace wellbeing activities, from group vocal harmony to applied theatre, that build resilient teams. Explore Starling Arts' expert-led workshops to transform your team culture and presentation skills today.
Why the World Needs to Sing: Our TEDx Experience
Explore how the Starling Arts team shared the transformative power of group singing at TEDxSquareMile in 2015, proving how music builds connection, confidence, and community. Watch the talk!
Should Group Singing Be Available on Prescription?
Discover why group singing should be available on social prescription. Explore how Starling Arts' creative vocal workshops and applied musical theatre projects boost mental health, reduce stress, and build strong communities.
What Running a Social Enterprise Has Taught Us About the World
What does running a social enterprise actually teach you about life and business? Skip the usual administrative tips and dive into our top six human lessons for success, including complementary partnerships, loving your core philosophy, and putting belief in people first.
3 Simple Breathing Exercises for Better Lung Health
Discover three simple breathing exercises to strengthen your lungs, manage anxiety, and improve breath control with Starling Arts’ Singing for Better Breathing programme. Try them today!
The Surprising Secret to a Better Day at Work? Singing
Discover how group singing at work can reduce stress, boost team morale, and enhance presentation skills. Explore Starling Arts' expert-led workplace singing programmes to transform your team’s culture and wellbeing today.
Starling Arts' 15th Anniversary Gala
Celebrate 15 years of Starling Arts with a look back at our 15th Anniversary Gala at the Crypt on the Green. Discover highlights from our farewell choir performances, memories from 15 years of group singing in London, and details on our exciting next chapter!
5 Team Building Exercises and Icebreakers For Any Group
Discover five tried-and-tested team-building exercises and icebreakers to break the ice, boost communication, and build trust. Explore Starling Arts' expert-led workshops to transform group dynamics and energise your team today.
Choir and Mental Health: A Guide for Community Choir Leaders
Discover how group singing improves mental health with our comprehensive guide for community choir leaders. Explore practical ways to integrate wellbeing, mindful breathing, and supportive structures into your rehearsals to create safe, uplifting singing communities.
Why Are People Scared to Sing? Overcoming Vocal Myths for Health and Wellbeing
Dismantle common vocal myths and discover how singing boosts mental and physical health. Explore Starling Arts' inclusive, expert-led workshops designed to build confidence, reduce stress, and bring the joy of song to everyone.
Easy Ways to Warm Up Your Body Before Singing
Discover simple physical warm-ups and stretches to release tension, engage your breath, and protect your vocal health before singing. Explore Starling Arts' expert-led programmes to boost vocal stamina and overall wellbeing today.
We have some Wicked news…
Starling Arts announces an exciting partnership with West End musical Wicked to exclusively deliver official school and community group workshops. Discover how Wicked Active Learning combines musical theatre, singing, and wellbeing skills to inspire students across a range of workshops.
Born to Sing, Born to Run
Discover the surprising parallels between singing and running for mental health, wellbeing, and community connection. Explore how group singing and distance running release endorphins, encourage deep breathing, and foster a strong sense of belonging.
Stage Fright: The 'Trip to the Zoo' Analogy and How to Harness Nerves
Discover how to reframe stage fright and harness performance nerves into confident energy. Explore Starling Arts' expert-led workshops designed to build vocal confidence, master public speaking, and manage presentation anxiety today.
Baby on Board - Singing Through Pregnancy
How does pregnancy change your singing voice? From sudden shifts in breath support and posture to temporary drops in vocal range, singing through pregnancy brings unique physical changes. Starling Arts’ co-director Emily shares 7 practical vocal technique tips, safe warm-ups, and pregnancy-safe vocal care advice.