About the Founder
Originally from the east coast, Lorraine Pope moved to the Los Angeles area over 20 years ago, from New York City where she had worked as a teacher, actor and singer for over 10 years. She graduated Northeastern University, Boston, with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Lorraine has taught a variety of entertainment related classes for all ages. Over the past four years, she has worked as a Program Director for Senior Living communities. Seniors have earned a very special place in her heart. During this time, Lorraine has developed her very own curriculum for singing which caters to older adults. With her expertise in singing and experience working with seniors, she takes her students on a wonderful journey by allowing them to explore their voices in a fun and welcoming environment. She has also earned a post bachelor degree in Gerontology from Calstate, Northridge and a Masters in Healthcare Management from Calstate, Los Angeles.
Why seniors need a singing class...
Eases Anxiety & Depression
Improves Memory
Builds Relationships
"Scientists say that singing can have a calming but energizing effect on people. Singing can help tame stress but also lift the spirits. Singing is a natural antidepressant. According to information published in Time magazine, singing may release endorphins associated with feelings of pleasure as well as stimulate the release of oxytocin, a hormone that is found to alleviate anxiety and stress. Prevention magazine notes that choir singers, who often report feeling happy and free of significant anxiety, may notice their moods improving when they start to sing." -Chicago Tribune
"Music can evoke emotion in even the most advanced of Alzheimer’s patients. Neurologist Oliver Sacks says that, “Music evokes emotion, and emotion can bring with it memory… it brings back the feeling of life when nothing else can.” By pairing music with every day activities, patients can develop a rhythm that helps them to the recall the memory of that activity, improving cognitive ability over time." - Alzheimers.net
"Singing with a group can reduce loneliness by bringing together like-minded people engaged in the same activity. Singing can boost confidence, improve mental function, help with immune response, and be a form of cardiovascular exercise." - Chicago Tribune