Sing Up

01/06/2026

The moment you've all been waiting for has finally arrived. Our 2026 Digichoir video has landed.

Head over to our blog to watch the video and see how many participants and countries we had take part in total🥳🌍

https://f.mtr.cool/govxrlchlg

29/05/2026

Interesting read 👇

A study published this week in the British Journal of Psychology found those with musical training showed better attention, faster responses and fewer lapses in focus — reinforcing the link between music learning and concentration. 🧠

Musical training may help young people have ‘superior attention and vigilance’, study suggests

28/05/2026

📢 The Digichoir video is almost here! We’ve compiled clips of your special renditions of ‘We Get Up Again’ to be part of our celebration video.

Share the video in your upcoming assemblies, see how many countries are represented, and try to find your school!

The film will premiere on our YouTube channel at 8:45am on 1 June here: https://f.mtr.cool/lvzireqimq

After that, you'll be able to stream it whenever you like.

Be sure to share your reactions - make sure you use the hashtag in your posts🥳

26/05/2026

Guess what we've just added to the Song Bank.... 👀

We've just dropped two wonderful songs from the world of movies and musicals that would make perfect additions to your summer repertoire lists. 🎭

The climb (Miley Cyrus) - a lovely arrangement available in unison or two parts, and with the option of a piano backing, or a fully orchestrated version like the original track! The second part is suitable for changing voices, making it really flexible for upper primary and lower secondary. https://f.mtr.cool/kgdlkdmuht

'Electricity' from Billy Elliot - this version is for 2-4 parts also including a part for changing voices. https://f.mtr.cool/qlvzrpmmqw - arriving as this much-loved show returns to London's West End!

22/05/2026

The World Cup is coming… ⚽

Need a quick, engaging idea for the final weeks of term? Or been asked (last minute!) to deliver a themed assembly? 👀

Our refreshed ‘A winning World Cup’ assembly plan is now available — and it’s completely FREE.

Designed to celebrate teamwork and the excitement of the tournament, it includes:
✨ A ready-to-use assembly plan
✨ Cross-curricular activities (Geography, English, Maths, PSHE)
✨ Three fun football-themed songs/chants to try!

Perfect for creating a fun, holistic learning experience with minimal prep.

👉 Get your free access here: https://f.mtr.cool/ifqrncdcom

21/05/2026

In case you missed it - the Sing Up Foundation's latest report has arrived. Take a look!

Our new publication is here.

Being Seen, Being Heard, Feeling Connected explores the role of singing and vocal work in supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing — not just in theory, but in real, meaningful ways.

Drawing on over 50 sources of evidence, practice insight and lived experience, this think piece maps what we know, what’s emerging, and where we still need to learn.

It’s not a toolkit or a final answer — it’s an invitation to explore, reflect and build understanding together.

📖 Access the report here: https://bit.ly/4nAS6g5

14/05/2026

Want to inject a mindful moment into your school day? 🧠 Did you know that amidst our huge library of songs you'll also find these 5 calming mindfulness exercises performed by spoken-word artist Y.A. Poet? They are:

1. ‘Take a moment to breathe’
2. ‘Grounding like a tree’
3. ‘What do you feel like today?’
4. ‘Smell the flower, blow out the candle’
5. ‘In this space’
6. ‘They would say I am...’

Find them here: https://f.mtr.cool/wbygcdoflv

Or explore the Song Bank on your free trial: https://f.mtr.cool/kqifqbsihf

13/05/2026

Today's the day 🎤 Join us live at 1pm as we launch Being Seen, Being Heard, Feeling Connected.

If you've registered on Riverside, check your inbox for your joining link. If not, join us live on YouTube or right here on Facebook. Everyone's welcome.

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12/05/2026

It's in the UK and this year's theme is all about taking ACTION. The Mental Health Foundation has put together a 'wheel of ideas' for ways we can take action for our mental health. We noticed that singing fits beautifully into so many of these actions:

✨ Getting creative (they actually mention singing too!)
✨ Connecting with others
✨ Taking time to breathe and be mindful
✨ Moving your body

As the weather brightens, why not take your singing outside? 🌿 Or try one of our action songs or calming exercises to get moving, stretch, and lift your mood (you'll find lots of ideas here: https://f.mtr.cool/zqeuookkog

Whether it’s a quick singalong, joining voices with friends, or simply taking a mindful moment to breathe through a melody — it all counts.

Want to see what else is on the 'wheel of ideas'? Take a look 👇
https://f.mtr.cool/qqdqwmeloj

08/05/2026

70% of music practitioners want more support and guidance for working with young people's mental health.

They're doing vital work and they're asking for more support. Our new publication is for them too 💛

Being Seen, Being Heard, Feeling Connected launches 13 May during Mental Health Awareness Week with a free webinar.

Register: https://bit.ly/SUFWebinar