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2. Clift et al. (2010)
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Study design: Mixed method
Data collection:
– BEES (Brief Emotional Experiences Scale)
– WHOQOL-BREF (World Health Organization Quality of Life
Brief Version)
Key findings
– Psychological/emotional
Less anxiety and stress, sense of achievement, improved mood
– Social
Social support, part of a team, social inclusion, sense of community
– Physical
Controlled breathing, physical fitness, relaxation, more active
– Cognitive
Brain stimulation, education, focused attention
– Main finding
Choral singing is perceived as beneficial to well-being, especially
among women (reporting more benefits than men), even for those fa-
cing significant mental health challenges experience positive effects.

3. Good and Russo (2021)
Study design: Quantitative
Data collection:
– PANAS (Positive and Negative Affect Schedule)
– saliva samples
Key findings
– Psychological/emotional
Improved mood, increased oxytocin levels, reduces stress
– Social
Social bonding, social support
– Main finding
Increased mood effect of group singing is primarily caused by social fa-
ctors followed by an increase in oxytocin levels, unlike solo singing,
which does not have the same effect on well-being.
4. Jozić and Butković (2023)
Study design: Quantitative
Data collection:
– PANAS (Positive and Negative Affect Schedule)
– SWLS (Satisfaction With Life Scale)
Key findings
– Psychological
Life satisfaction, SWB

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