HEALING COMMUNITY
SONG CIRLCE
Come as you are. Sing as you are.
No experience. No performance. Just voices, together.
What This Circle Is
A safe, supportive space to sing with others — no pressure, no experience needed. A place to connect with like-minded people, to be fully present, and to set down the many hats you wear all day. Let down the guard that holds it all together, and just be.
Music speaks a language of its own. It lets us share emotion, energy, and connection with people we've never spoken a word to. Some songs bring joy, some stir something deeper — and here, whatever arises is welcome. You don't have to fight the feelings or explain them. You can simply let them come, and know you're not alone. The circle holds space with you.
Come share the joy. Come feel connected. You don't have to tell your whole story — unless you want to.
3S Yoga — Church Hill
2400 Jefferson Ave, Richmond, VA
The 3rd Friday of every month
Doors open at 7:00 PM · We begin promptly at 7:15 PM
Dates occasionally shift — join our mailing list to stay in the loop.
Cost & Registration
There is no cost to join — this circle is offered as a gift to our community.
Space is limited, so advance registration is required.
What a Circle Looks Like
Each gathering follows a gentle, predictable rhythm:
Grounding breathwork — We begin with light breathing to settle in and relax.
Guided meditation — A brief meditation to arrive fully and quiet the mind.
Vocal warmups — Simple warmups to wake up the voice (no skill needed).
Singing together — We sing easy, repetitive songs, simple to pick up in the moment.
Closing breathwork — We ground once more to gently close.
Sharing circle — An optional invitation to share what you experienced, how you're feeling, or anything on your heart.
You're always welcome to simply listen.
The Heart of It
Music speaks a language of its own. It lets us share emotion, energy, and connection with people we've never spoken a word to.
Some songs bring joy, some stir something deeper. Whatever arises at the Circle is welcome.
You don't have to fight the feelings or explain them; you can simply let them come, and know you're not alone.
The circle holds space with you.
Come share the joy. Come feel connected. You don't have to tell your whole story — unless you want to.
Handheld instruments, shakers, drums, and other percussion are provided and encouraged.
Add a rhythm, keep it simple, or just let your voice be your instrument.
Why It Works
Singing is a cognitive, physical, emotional, and social act.
A reason why complete strangers can feel close after just an hour of singing together.
Research shows that singing with others in a low-pressure setting lowers cortisol, the body's main stress hormone.
Group singing has also been associated with the release of endorphins and oxytocin,
which lift mood and deepen our sense of connection.
Learning new songs even keeps the mind sharp, calling on attention, word-finding, and memory.
Beyond easing stress, singing together has been connected to:
Reduced anxiety and a greater sense of calm
A stronger feeling of belonging and less loneliness
Deeper, more regulated breathing
Improved mood and gentle emotional release
A shared sense of community and connection
And the best part? You don't have to sing well to feel any of it. You just have to show up and let your voice join the others.
Space is limited and registration is required — reserve your spot below.
Stay Connected
Join our mailing list for monthly reminders and notice of any
cancellations or schedule changes.
Follow us on Instagram @healingsongcircle for the same.
We can't wait to sing with you. 🎶