The Breath of Life was written by the members of BreathStars — our Singing for Lung Health group — about what it really feels like to live with breathlessness. Not a song about lung health in the abstract, but one that comes directly from the people who know it best: the simple longing for a walk outside, the pleasure of sitting in autumn sunshine, the profound comfort of breathing and singing alongside others.

The result is something quietly extraordinary.

This teaching pack gives you everything you need to bring Breath of Life to your group:

• Vocal score — clean, accessible notation ready to use in rehearsal

• Backing track — professionally produced, so your singers can rehearse and perform with confidence

• Annotated lyrics — with Singing for Lung Health friendly breath marks, making it easy to guide your group through the song safely and musically

The gentle melodic shape and unhurried pacing make this an ideal repertoire choice for groups at any stage — and the themes of togetherness, resilience, and the small joys of everyday life tend to land with real depth for singers who recognise their own stories in the words.

A song from the community, for the community.