Elin Kraen
1 employee
8 years in business
About this pro
I use the whole body to build up technique. Natural breathing, Support from a strong and healthy body, dissolving tensions in throat and shoulders etc to create sustainable use of the voice. All of this is necessary to use your voice freely in whatever genre you chose to do. I've studied Jazz, soul, pop, rock, classical, musical theatre and vocal technique. We base the lesson on your needs and what you want to achieve. Weather you like to go more in depth on certain genres or vocal technique is up to you.
Ex of technique exercises: Breathing techniques, Breath support, building vocal range, freeing vocal cords, finding head, chest and mixed voice, belting etc
I am also a songwriter with experience writing and producing music. Everything from singer songwriter, folk, rock, pop, music to film, jazz and soul. You've got the option to focus the lesson on songwriting as well.
I have 5 years of experience teaching singing and violin in music schools, evening courses and private lessons. I teach a wide variety of genres and beginners as well as advanced singers.
I have 3 year Music College education, 3 years of Music University, 1 year Music Theatre and Vocal technique training at Performing Art School in Gothenburg, Sweden. 1 year jazz and soul music at Ljungskile University. 1 1/2 year at Independent Artist Program at Musicians Institute, Los Angeles.
To help my students becoming better singers/musicians and to help guide them towards their goals.
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Hollywood, CA 90028
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Elin is a wonderful vocal coach. She is patient and very experienced. I just really started my singing career and just with a few weeks with her I’ve already noticed a HUGE improvement in my range and vocal technique. Definitely recommend her.
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Learning with Elin is awesome. She is a really good teacher and i can see real development in my voice. I will keep working with her. Exciting and interesting classes what you can expect from her.
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Working with Elin is working along side a soul sister! Along with helping me extended my vocal range, and reach my best quality , and clarity with my voice that I’ve ever felt, she’s an incredibly inspiring spirit. She helps me find my truth with my music and voice, there is much depth and inspiration learning/working with Elin.
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Elin was so incredible! I’m grateful for her thoughtful and patient teaching.
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What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I start with asking about your goals, prefered music, what you want out of the classes. When we have a better understanding on the students level and the ambitions of the student (everything from just having fun til working on vocal technique and genre specific goals are good, it's up to the student) we start the lessons with technique exersizes and 1-2 songs that the student prepared for each class.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 3 year Music College education, 3 year Music University education, 1 year music theatre and vocal technique training at Performing Art School in Gothenburg, Sweden. 1 year jazz and soul music degree at Ljungskile University. 1 year at Independent Artist Program at Musicians Institute, Los Angeles.
Worked 10 years as a Music coach in Schools and private
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with advanced singers as well as beginners. Kids from 6 years up, teenagers and adults.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
A good technique and Sustainable use of voice is crucial to all genres. It creates a freedom when using your voice that will make your voice feel and sound better. Hiring someone that has a good knowledge about how your body works and how to use the voice correctly is crucial.
Lessons offered
Singing Lessons Arrangement And Composition Lessons Ear Training Lessons Jazz Voice Classes Music Theory Lessons Songwriting Classes Violin Lessons Vocal Training Lessons Voice Lessons Swedish Lessons Italian Cooking Classes Cooking Classes Wine Tasting Lessons Tango Lessons