My book about singing and why we humans are compelled to do it launches in Australia on January 31, 2023. To find out more, go to:

https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Julia-Hollander-Why-We-Sing-9781760879686/

Here’s what the Ozzie singing experts are saying about it:

‘A passionate, personal and impeccably researched love letter to singing’

Astrid Jorgensen, Director, Pub Choir

‘I greatly enjoyed this book which brings a range of new and fresh insights into why we sing’

Brett Weymark OAM, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

‘This book (and singing) is so great for the mind and soul!’

Jonathon Welch AM DUniv, Founding Artistic Director of Choir of Hard Knocks

‘I greatly enjoyed this book which brings a range of new and fresh insights into why we sing and indeed, how singing is hardwired into our very essence as human beings. It is a refreshing read that I recommend to all who are interested in our voice and how we use it.’

Brett Weymark OAM, Artistic & Music Director, Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

‘It made me want to go and sing from the rooftops, and never give up on my singing lessons. It is a wonderful, passionate call for the world to stop shouting and start singing.’

Meg Bignell, author of The Angry Women’s Choir

‘Julia Hollander’s Why We Sing is full of fascinating facts and is a wonderful read. The amount of research is truly impressive and this book should be on all of our shelves. To sing is to be happy and it feeds the soul. Thanks Julia.’

Peter Coleman-Wright AO, Co-Artistic Director of Pacific Opera

‘This is the book I’ve been waiting my life for! The WHY behind why we sing will blow minds, motivate musicians, and inspire those yet to share their voices with the world.’

Allison Davies, music therapist and founder of the Brain Care Café