Opera singers teach Covid-19 patients breathing techniques to help recovery

Opera singers in the UK are helping to teach their breathing techniques to patients with long Covid via Zoom. — AFP

Sopranos and tenors have joined the fight against Covid-19 in the United Kingdom, helping patients struggling to shake off the disease by teaching them breathing exercises to deal with respiratory problems and anxiety.

After a successful six-week pilot, the English National Opera is now rolling out its ENO Breathe programme to 1,000 patients, offering exercises involving singing, breath techniques and mindfulness wellbeing practices.