ABSTRACT
This chapter explores research that has sought to understand how group singing can provide social support and wellbeing outcomes for marginalized communities. Theoretical models introduce concepts that frame group singing as sites for refurnishing, providing hospitality and empathy, where social and political agendas can be expressed. The work illustrates group singing as a platform for developing a positive sense of self. Case studies offer examples of these constructs in work with a multicultural lullaby choir, singing groups for older people, a choir of homeless men, and a same-sex-attracted and gender-questioning youth chorus.
