Meet the Sitges Gospel Choir
Experience wellness through music with the Sitges Community Gospel Singers
Looking to connect with your community and improve your well-being?
The Sitges Community Gospel Singers, led by the inspiring Yvette, offers a joyful, non-judgmental space to explore gospel music. Singing isn’t just about performance—it’s a wellness practice proven to reduce stress, enhance happiness, and build meaningful connections.
Hi Yvette, thank you for taking the time to talk to us today, let’s find out more about your mission to bring gospel to Sitges.
What inspired you to start your choir, and what’s your mission?
I’ve been singing gospel songs and listening to gospel music for over 40 years. I started as a child and always sang at home or in church. I have also sung in many choirs over the years.
Building on my experience of gospel, and developing the skill of singing with vocal coaching,
I thought it would be a great adventure to invite others who also love gospel music to join me and form The Sitges Community Gospel Singers.
Based in Sitges, the choir welcomes locals and newcomers from across the Garraf region, including Sant Pere de Ribes and Vilanova, to join in weekly singing sessions that boost wellbeing and connection.
How do you define "wellness," and how does your choir support it?
Wellness is the active pursuit of physical, mental, and emotional well-being through healthy habits, self-awareness, and balanced living. Singing offers all these benefits.
Research consistently shows that singing and especially singing in groups like a choir, in community settings, offers significant benefits that include enhanced social bonding, stress reduction, improved mood-the feeling of happiness, and even physiological improvements like reduced pain and increased lung capacity.
In light of mounting concerns about loneliness and isolation and the urgent search for solutions, it is fascinating that people seem to be returning to an interest in connecting with one another through singing. It’s with this information, I hope to build the Sitges Community Gospel Singers.
What’s the philosophy or core values that guide your work?
I believe that everyone can sing. It’s a skill, so it can be learned. I believe that singing is not just for famous singers, but for the everyone person who wants to improve their well-being. I can support people through their fear of singing with others, and coach them to find their voice and confidence.
Tell us a little about yourself - what’s your background, and what led you to work in the wellness space?
I have been singing for over 40 years and I’m aware of the research that has identified singing with wellness. So I’ve been in the wellness space for a long time.
What’s one wellness ritual or practice you personally swear by?
Singing every day…singing in the shower, in the car - on the way to/from work, while cooking a meal or even walking the dog! These and many more offer us opportunities to sing.
How do you stay inspired and continue learning in your field?
I love all genres of music from Gospel, Jazz, Classical music, Reggae, Soul & RnB, etc.
Engaging with all, on various levels, helps me to be remain creative, motivated and practicing in the music field.
What’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?
I love watching True Crime podcasts.
What can someone expect from their first experience with your group?
Let me quote someone “It was really fun! The techniques, enthusiasm and love from Yvette was spectacular!”
It’s about non-judgmental support, guiding through a process, having fun to learn, meeting like-minded people who also want to sing gospel.
How do you help people integrate wellness into their daily lives?
Once they understand the benefits of singing, then try to practice it in their daily lives.
Do you have any client success stories or transformations that stand out?
The first Sitges Gospel Summer School recently started…(June & July)..This is a platform where to support people who want to learn how to sing and will practice with gospel songs. In September, the Sitges Community Gospel Singers/Choir will begin.
Are there any exciting new initiatives you’re working on?
The Summer School will be the foundation to base the Sitges Community Gospel Singers.
Joining a gospel choir is more than singing; it’s about finding your voice, embracing your confidence, and connecting with others who share a love for music.
The Wellness benefits of singing in a choir
Research shows singing reduces loneliness, boosts mood, and improves lung capacity. For many, the choir becomes a second family, offering friendship and emotional support.Inclusive community singing in Sitges
Whether you're an experienced vocalist or just love the sound of gospel, the Sitges Community Gospel Singers welcomes all voices with open arms.Sing Your Way to Happiness
With coaching from Yvette, participants overcome their fear of singing, discover their natural talents, and learn the joy of singing as part of a group.
If you could share one simple wellness tip that anyone can do today, what would it be?
Sing! Don’t worry about how it may sound, just sing from the heart, that’s what Gospel is about.
Would you like to include a special offer or discount for our readers to use?
€30...euros per person (just 7.50 per week), enquire through my form and get a special LPT discount for pairs/couples only.
How do you hope your work impacts your local community long-term?
Anyone can join the Sitges COMMMUNITY Gospel Singers and I hope will impact the local community long-term.
If your business were a song, what would it be and why?
I am what I am….
What local spots do you love when you need to recharge or get inspired?
Swimming in the sea
What’s a small, random thing that instantly makes your day better?
Sitting with my cat, singing
What’s your secret talent or party trick? (Bonus points for bizarre.)
Singing like Tina Turner
Ready to sing your heart out in a joyful, judgment-free zone? Join Yvette and the Sitges Community Gospel Singers — because wellbeing sounds better together.