Resonates Well (Flagship Initiative: UGCY)

Resonates Well is a Social Enterprise on a mission to promote student well-being and tackle student loneliness/isolation through the power of gospel choirs, singing & student led communities. We recognise that music, particularly gospel choir singing, has the power to transform lives. It's not just about the melodies; it's about student's finding their voice, connecting with others, and nurturing their well-being. Through the long-running University Gospel Choir of the Year (UGCY) competition and newly established well-being initiatives, we work with students to discover a harmonious balance between their academic pursuits and their emotional and mental wellness. University Gospel Choir of the Year (UGCY) is an annual competition that aims to bring together talented individuals through music! Backed by the Mayor of London and the former Higher Education Minister- David Lammy and Inspired by the blockbuster classic ‘Sister Act 2 – Back In The Habit’, UGCY provides an unprecedented platform for University Gospel Choirs across the UK to develop and showcase their gospel musical abilities. It is an annual competition that aims to bring together talented and diverse individuals through music, encouraging them to strive for excellence and exceed their own limitations, whilst inspiring the young and old in all walks of life. UGCY has worked with ITV’s the X-Factor, BGT and The Voice, have provided opportunities for gospel choirs at corporate events, on radio, TV and at various other events. Most recently in 2017, UGCY in partnership with our new talent agency - UV Talent, supplied choirs for ITV's The Voice, X Factor, BGT and Mariah Carey amongst many others! Our goal is to bring together individuals through their common love for performing, not only providing them with the platform and opportunity to showcase their talents but allowing them to compete on a national scale!