Katja Koren is a Slovenian-born singer and vocal coach living in Los Angeles, known for her versatile performances as a soloist and backup singer. She has appeared on various concert stages, festivals, and TV shows in Slovenia, such as “Summer Night” (Poletna noč) and the Slovenian Popular Song Contest (Slovenska popevka). Koren has also worked as a backup vocalist for the legendary Kool & The Gang and Slovenian pop stars who performed at the Eurovision Song Contest.
The Pure Singing Method is a unique blend of various vocal techniques, closely resembling Speech Level Singing, that utilizes its distinct elements and approach for learning and exploring pure voice.
Singing, often called the “First Instrument,” is closely linked to our brain, much like speaking. It serves as an expression of oneself, enhancing our bodies through frequencies and vibrations, and helping to release energetic blockages.
My Pure Singing Method is a technique that helps us develop a natural way of singing and has helped people of all ages learn to sing effortlessly.
This technique is a valuable tool for gaining control over our sound, discovering pure tone, and mastering performance body language. With practice, we learn how to express emotions and tell a story, which in my opinion, is the ultimate purpose of singing.
For children, I use their favorite songs to keep them engaged, integrating breathing exercises, ear training, music theory, and mindfulness to develop their authentic voice.
I began taking voice lessons at 8 years old, and singing quickly became a central part of my life, teaching me focus, self-awareness, self-expression, and confidence. It has also allowed me to explore different cultures, musical styles, and, most importantly, how to have fun while singing. That is why I got inspired to develop this singing technique.
“The only thing you can ever love is yourself. You meet yourself in everything you see. Your life is a liberated existence the second that you know it is. Your joy, will, and wants can never be separate from those of Source, because you are Source, and Source is you.”
Teal Swan
Photo by: Aljoša Videtič