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Karen
Lyu

I help unheard voices SOAR!

Holistic voice coaching and creative clarity coaching for singers, speakers, actors, and creative neurodivergent women. Find confidence, expression, and joy in your own voice.

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Sing.Speak.Create.Discover.Shine.SOAR!
/ 01About

Your voice. Your story. Your time to soar.

Hi, I’m Karen Lyu. I went from a shy, bullied wallflower to an award-winning jazz performer. Now I help unheard voices find their own expression.

I’m an author, holistic voice coach, jazz performer, and keynote speaker. As a queer Korean-American artist, I blend swing, scat, soul, and stories — and I hold a space where your individuality is welcome, whether you’re stepping up to a microphone or finding clarity in your next creative move.

  • Author
  • Jazz performer
  • Voice coach
  • Creative clarity coach
  • Keynote speaker

Author of Singing in Tune, 2nd Edition · Jazz Studies, Cornell College · Voice heard on NPR, film, television, and radio

“I help unheard voices SOAR!”

Karen Lyu
/ 02Work with Karen

Three ways to find your voice

Online lessons and coaching for singers, speakers, actors, and creative neurodivergent women, plus keynote concerts for your event.

A home vocal studio: a condenser microphone on a boom arm, sheet music on a stand, studio headphones, and an upright piano

01 · Online lessons & workshops

Holistic Voice Coaching

Fun and encouraging expert online voice lessons for singers, speakers, and actors—from absolute beginners to experienced performers. Explore your voice with confidence and passion.

  • ✦Singing, speaking, and character voices
  • ✦Personalized vocal technique and musicianship
  • ✦Encouraging practice for neurodivergent creatives

Singing, speaking, acting, and voiceover: vocal technique, repertoire, harmony, improvising, auditions, recording, and artist development — with a personal lesson tracker and practice tools to keep you moving.

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A calm creative desk with an open notebook and pen, a cup of tea, colored pencils, and lavender journals

02 · One-on-one online coaching

Creative Clarity Coaching

For creative neurodivergent women who are stuck in overwhelm and want to rediscover joy and clarity. Explore your priorities and take empowered action on what matters to you.

  • ✦Space for your creative ideas
  • ✦Clarity around your next steps
  • ✦Supportive, individualized coaching

From shy wallflower to award-winning jazz performer, Karen helps creative neurodivergent women stuck in overwhelm find courage, clarity, and joyful action. Two formats: Reignite Your Spark (five days) and Reclaim Your Flame (twelve weeks).

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A vintage microphone on a small stage lit by a warm spotlight, with a grand piano and candles nearby

03 · Speaking & performance

Keynote Concert Speaking

A blend of song, storytelling, and encouragement with Karen Lyu—author, jazz performer, and keynote speaker. Invite a creative voice to your next event.

  • ✦Music and personal stories
  • ✦Creative expression and confidence
  • ✦Contact Karen about your event

Playful, powerful jazz woven with personal stories — swing, scat, soul, folk, Motown, funk, Broadway, Latin, and world music. Tell Karen about your audience and event to shape the right session.

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/ 03Resources

Read, listen, and keep growing

Karen’s book, her blog, and conversations from podcasts — all in one place.

Singing in Tune: Solutions for 25 Pitch Problems, 2nd Edition by Karen Lyu
The book

Singing in Tune

Solutions for 25 Pitch Problems · 2nd Edition

Explore the possibilities in your voice, one practical idea at a time.

Written by Karen Lyu, Singing in Tune: Solutions for 25 Pitch Problems, 2nd Edition brings together her experience as a singer and voice coach to explore common pitch challenges.

140
solutions
30
inspiring quotes
60
resource links
Buy direct on Gumroad ↗Find the book on Amazon ↗

Foreword by Brian Witkowski, DMA

The blog

The Holistic Voice Coach Blog

4/16/2024

Your Voice Matters - Blog No. 45

In a world filled with noise, it's easy to feel drowned out, to feel like your voice doesn't matter. But let me assure you, it does. Your voice is more than just the sound that emanates from…

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4/9/2024

The Power of Play ~ Blog No. 44

“Scientists have recently determined that it takes approximately 400 repetitions to create a new synapse in the brain- unless it is done with play, in which case, it takes between 10-20 repe…

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3/24/2024

My Story ~ Blog No. 42

Last month, I was an official speaker for the Barbara Sher Dare to Soar Telesummit and below is the recording for The Origin Story of the New Choice Game audio recording is online - with my …

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Podcasts

Listen. Imagine. Find your voice.

▶ Video conversation

Embrace your voice

Conversations with Melissa

Karen talks about expression, courage, and creative individuality.

▶ Watch the conversation
♫ Podcast episode

A conversation with Karen Lyu

Music, Mind & Heart

Karen joins a conversation about singing, confidence, and the experience of finding your voice.

▶ Listen to the conversation
/ 04Voices

Stories, finding their wings.

Selected excerpts from Karen’s students and collaborators.

"Karen Lyu is exactly what you want in a voice teacher, she is knowledgeable and patient, supportive and committed to detail."
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David Ballman
Singer / Songwriter · excerpt
"Karen Lyu has a comprehensive understanding of how to enhance vocal capacity and essence. Coupled with her astute understanding of coaching and motivation, Karen's students experience transformational learning as they engage the voice. Karen rocks!"
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Jean Keating
TV Host & Creator · excerpt
"I feel incredibly grateful to have studied with Karen Lyu. She helped me find more confidence and joy in singing, and her encouragement and passion made every lesson inspiring and uplifting."
03
Gabrielle Kushi
Founder, Kushi’s Kitchen · excerpt
/ 05Contact

Let's start with a conversation.

A conversation about your voice, your creativity, and what comes next.

Tell me a little about what brought you here and what you're hoping for. Get in touch with Karen about lessons, coaching, or your next event.

Email
karen@holisticvoicecoach.com→
Phone
(615) 623-6205→
Also offered
Online coaching, worldwide
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