Rave Reviews
Edmund Molathe
Johannesburg, South Africa RESULT: Sang for the President of South Africa! |
Andy Garcia-Ruse
Kansas City, MO, USA RESULT: Got her SAG-AFTRA Card! |
CarmillaJo
San Francisco, CA, USA RESULT: Became singing audiobook narrator! |
Bill Harris
Houston, TX, USA
RESULT:
Pro in less than 9 months + 8 encores + sang at the House of Blues!
Houston, TX, USA
RESULT:
Pro in less than 9 months + 8 encores + sang at the House of Blues!
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MY STORY
I was told that I had NO TALENT.
I dreamt of confidently performing on stage and captivating audiences with my voice, but I failed so many auditions. All I wanted was to be heard and appreciated. I decided to hone in on my singing skills and hired a classical vocal coach. The old and outdated techniques didn't work for me, so I found another coach and got the same results. The long lectures and vague teaching styles just were not working for me. It felt like I was stuck in a rut and not making any progress.
Then I Had a Breakthrough...
I got into a car accident and needed to take some time to take care of my health. Just like a damaged flute, my voice was off. During my recovery I started to become more aware of my body. After focusing more on my body, like my alignment and breathing, I started to notice major changes in my singing. I was finally able to hit those high notes, overcome stage fright, and infuse my performances with emotion and authenticity. In a matter of weeks I was able to improve more than I had in years. I got more gigs in Minneapolis, MN, then across the country in 40 different musical styles, in over a dozen of language, with 13 bands. After finding my voice through holistic techniques, I was ready to share it with the world.
From there I taught over 1,000 students in over 12 countries to transform their voices. My students see magic in moments and can start to perform like a pro within months. Some past voice students have gotten awards, nominations, and up to 8 encores. Using a holistic approach to singing that encompasses not just vocal technique, but also mind, body, and spirit, my students have been able to get magical results.
From there I taught over 1,000 students in over 12 countries to transform their voices. My students see magic in moments and can start to perform like a pro within months. Some past voice students have gotten awards, nominations, and up to 8 encores. Using a holistic approach to singing that encompasses not just vocal technique, but also mind, body, and spirit, my students have been able to get magical results.
That's Why I Created
Holistic Voice Coaching
Learn as much as possible, as soon as possible, as simply as possible
- through body awareness.
KAREN'S HOLISTIC VOICE COACH METHOD
includes:
Solutions for 25 Pitch Problems ~ sing on pitch with methods that work best for you
Mind/Body/Spirit Connection ~ focus your mind/body/spirit to express your songs powerfully
Special Yoga Exercises ~ improve your breath, power, stamina, and range in minutes
A Personal Voice Lesson Tracker ~ keep track of your notes, practicing, and vocal health
Unlimited Lyrics Worksheet Documents ~ learn your songs faster and better
40 Essentials That Pro Singers Ought to Know ~ learn to work with pro musicians at pro venues
An Ultimate Song List Spreadsheet ~ keep track of your songs and impress booking agents
Chekhov Acting Technique ~ embody emotions using gestures and imagination, instead of memories
New Choice Improv Acting Chart ~ learn to make quick, effective choices in acting/improv
Custom Songwriting Prompts ~ inspiring custom image, word, and theme prompts
About Me
Karen Lyu (she/her) is a queer Korean-American Holistic Voice Coach/Keynote Concert Speaker/Author/Game Designer who has taught over 1,000 students from 12 countries to transform their voices, since 1997. Her nickname is “Karey Poppins” (magic like Mary Poppins)! She happens to be an eHow.com YouTube voice expert and EzineArticles.com expert author who has earned IMIA, CCHI, TNAOC, TESOL, and New Science of Singing certifications. Due to her love of jazz, Karen earned a BSS in Jazz Studies, Vocal Performance from Cornell College, under the guidance of 15 voice coaches, including the late Roberta Davis from Berklee School of Music. A creative explorer at heart, Karen has donned many hats, including—co-chair of VASTA’s BizCore Committee, member of NATS, Facilitator of the Female Musician Academy Songwriters Group, Executive Director of West Bank School of Music, Steppingstone Theatre Teaching Artist, ESL teacher, and Hmong Idol USA judge.
In addition to one-on-one lessons, Karen’s experience includes offering dynamic group trainings for public schools, day camps, corporations, churches, festivals, Girl Scouts, and on Zoom. Karen’s multiple honors include a $10,000+ arts patron sponsorship, a Minnesota State Arts Board grant, a MusiCares grant, and a Samsung sponsorship. As a professional vocalist, Karen has sung in over a dozen languages with 13 bands, since 1993. Beyond the accolades, Karen is a mental health advocate, navigating ADHD and mental illness, which has helped her evolve into a more compassionate and innovative voice coach. Karen is a digital nomad who has lived in South Korea>CA>TX>MN>IA>MN>TN>South Korea>Chicago, IL> and now lives near Chattanooga, TN. Karen enjoys board games, food, travel, nature, comedy improv, books, movies, art, yoga, dancing, animals, and history. Her book is called Singing in Tune: Simple Solutions for 25 Pitch Problems, and her upcoming board game is called New Choice: Improv Your Life! |
Karen was once a bullied shy wallflower... ...and now she won awards as a Holistic Voice Coach, singer, songwriter, and actor! |