Vocal coaching & vocal exploration

Your voice is not something to fix.
It is something you return home to.

A space where vocal technique, body awareness and expression come together. Individual lessons in Copenhagen and online.

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Iuliana Surleac performing

About

Hi, I'm Iuliana.

My name is Iuliana Surleac, coming from a small city in Romania named Vaslui. I started singing when I was a kid, which led me to studying music from the age of 14, after being accepted to Octav Băncilă College of Arts in Iași in 2012, and then doing my bachelor's at the National University of Music Bucharest in 2016, with Performance, Classical Singing as my main subject.

After 8 years of vocal classical training, I started teaching. Working as a vocal coach showed me that I still lacked enough information to help my students, as people came to me to sing pop music, not classical, which I didn't know much about. So this is how I found myself diving into different vocal methods — working with different coaches from Romania, buying Cheryl Porter's courses, doing a vocal coach course in Complete Vocal Technique with an Authorised Complete Vocal Technique Teacher — implementing all that I was learning into my individual lessons with my students. My desire was to help my students in the best way possible, as much as I can.

In 2024 I moved to Denmark, where I started a master's in Music Education at Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen. There I got the opportunity to develop myself even more, working on individual projects, developing and planning. I facilitated a series of workshops called Free Your Voice, where the focus was put on body work rather than vocal technique, as I was supporting the idea that if the body is free, then the voice will be free as well. I also worked on a project called Music for Wellbeing, where I explored how music impacts our mental state and can help us deal with stress and anxiety — and how powerful voice is in this context, when used with the purpose of bringing comfort.

I also took the time to find other ways of working with voice, as I believed that one method can't fit everyone — we are so different, each with our own needs. During this time I worked and learned with the Anne Rosing Method, but also looked into Speech Level Singing, Fitzmaurice Voicework, Kristin Linklater's Vocal Method, and Paul Newham's Voice Movement Therapy, learning more about different ways and approaches to voice and vocalisation.

Eventually I looked into my role in my students' lives, as I was not sure if "vocal coach" was the best title for what I am doing. I realised that I am:

  • A vocal coach, as I help my students train their voices and sing whatever they want, in any manner.
  • A teacher, as I teach my students about their voices, how they work, and how to take care of them — but also the connection with their bodies.
  • A facilitator, as I create a space for my students to feel welcomed and safe, a place where I encourage healthy vocal expression and where we build confidence.
  • A guide, as I guide my students back to their authentic voice — something that has always been there, but maybe hidden for different reasons. I also let them guide me, helping them based on their own needs and sensations.

In all these years working with voice, I've had the chance to work with different types of people and voices, with ages from 5 to 56 years old, with different levels — from beginners trying to find their voice to professionals who wanted to sharpen their skills. Everyone is welcomed as they are, because I believe that everyone can sing. We all have a voice, but not everyone has had the opportunity to express it freely, understand how it works, or feel confident using it.

Voice lessons

Two disciplines, one voice.

Vocal Coaching

Lessons combine technical vocal training with body awareness, breathing, movement, imagination, and creative expression. Depending on your needs, we can work on vocal technique, confidence, musicality, performance, vocal freedom, or simply finding more comfort in your own voice.

Whether you are a beginner discovering your voice for the first time, an experienced singer wishing to refine your skills, or someone who simply loves to sing, the lessons are tailored to your individual goals and pace. Together, we will explore your voice in a healthy, sustainable, and supportive environment, where curiosity, playfulness, and authenticity are just as important as technique.

The goal is not to become someone else's voice, but to discover your own.

Vocal Exploration

This is for those who want a more holistic approach to voice, working with vocal sounding, exploration, and body work to find more comfort in using and expressing your voice freely. In a safe space, inspired by Paul Newham's Voice Movement Therapy — the idea that everything that happens in our life leaves a trace on our voice, and that the voice is also a way out — I combine my own work with sound healing, breathwork, and bodywork to support each client in their own way.

I want to help you befriend your voice and let it exist in the space.

For anyone looking for a different way into vocal work — who feels stuck, or is looking for a safe place to express their voice and find comfort through it.

Prices

Lessons, priced simply.

Every lesson is 50 minutes. Choose a single lesson or save with a bundle of 5 or 10 — available online or in person.

1 lesson
5 lessons
10 lessons
In person
500 DKK
450 DKK/session 2,250 DKK total
400 DKK/session 4,000 DKK total
Online
450 DKK ≈ €60
400 DKK/session 2,000 DKK · ≈ €275 total
350 DKK/session 3,500 DKK · ≈ €475 total

Prices apply to both Vocal Coaching and Vocal Exploration sessions. Euro amounts are approximate.

Testimonials

In their words.

"I can highly recommend Iuliana as a singing teacher. She has a remarkable ability to make even the shyest student feel comfortable, confident and supported. She has a patient and encouraging approach with a welcoming environment where students can challenge themselves and grow. Iuliana is kind, responsive and a pleasure to work with. Her positive attitude and dedication make her an exceptional teacher."
— Melinda J. ★★★★★
"I started as a complete beginner and Iuliana has been a tremendous help since the beginning. She is really good at explaining the same thing in multiple ways if you don't understand it the first time. What I appreciate the most about her teaching methods is how relaxed and stress-free she is. The focus is on having fun and getting better at singing. Nothing more, nothing less. 10/10 would recommend."
— Nikolaj R. ★★★★★
"Since taking lessons with Iuliana, my voice has felt noticeably more free and natural, with less tension and an increased range. What I especially appreciate is how focused and individual the lessons are. She has a great ability to quickly identify what is getting in the way and work directly with it, so the lessons always feel relevant to what my voice needs in that moment. I have gained a much better understanding of my voice and how to use it more freely. I highly recommend Iuliana as a singing teacher."
— Alex N. ★★★★★
"Incredibly talented and professional singing teacher with great knowledge of technique. With just a few lessons, she has made a big difference in my singing!"
— Lars J. ★★★★★

Events

Workshops & group sessions.

Upcoming workshops, voice circles, and other events will be announced here.

Breathe & Unwind with Iuliana — event poster
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BreatheWise presents

Breathe & Unwind with Iuliana

Friday · 18:30 · Okkulturhuset LY, Enghavevej 42, 1674 Copenhagen

150 DKK

An evening of breath, vibration & stillness. Together, in a safe and supportive environment, we'll return home to the body, loosen the mind's grip, and create space to simply be — moving through body, breath, vibration, and stillness, with wearables from BreatheWise.

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Did you know that breathwork can support stress reduction and nervous system regulation, anxiety management, emotional regulation, attention and mental clarity, healthy blood pressure and circulation, sleep, and so much more?

With all these potential benefits in mind, we invite you to take a pause after a full week of work and slow down, unwind, and reconnect with yourself.

Together, in a safe and supportive environment, we'll return home to the body, loosen the mind's grip, and create space to simply be. For one hour, you'll be guided through practices designed to help you feel more grounded, connected, and held.

The session moves through four pillars of embodied regulation:

BODY 🧘🏼‍♂️
We begin with gentle stretching to warm up and release tension, creating more space and ease in the body for what follows.

BREATH 💨
We slowly bring our awareness to our natural breath and explore different breathing patterns, allowing the breath to become a tool for grounding and relaxation. We're going to introduce and use BreatheWise devices for this part.

VIBRATION 🌀
To create even more comfort and connection within, we'll explore the natural vibrations of our voices through gentle humming and chanting, allowing the sound to travel through the body.

STILLNESS ✨
We gradually come to stillness, concluding the session with a short guided meditation — a moment to settle, integrate, and simply be.

By the end of the session, our intention is for you to feel more grounded, at peace, and connected to yourself, ready to welcome the weekend from a more relaxed and embodied state.

You'll be welcomed by the founders, Carl & Lars, who'll let you into the BreatheWise world, while the session itself is facilitated by Iuliana.

🗓️ 11 September 2026   ⌚️ 18:30   📍 Okkulturhuset LY, Enghavevej 42, 1674 Copenhagen

About the facilitator

Iuliana is a trained musician and vocal coach who began her journey with the voice, breath, and body 14 years ago. Her understanding of breathing began through her musical training, long before she discovered the deeper connection between breath, the nervous system, and emotional regulation.

She recently completed her Master's degree at the Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen, where she immersed herself in the relationship between music and wellbeing. Throughout her studies, she explored different approaches to body awareness, breath, vocalisation, and embodied expression through a variety of projects and practices.

Alongside this work, Iuliana has been developing her own breathwork practice for the past three years, exploring and experiencing different breathing techniques and their effects on the body, mind, and emotional state.

She brings together her knowledge of anatomy, breath, body awareness, and emotional connection to create spaces where people can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and feel safe, held, and seen.

Booking & contact

Ready to start?

Send a message with a bit about your voice and what you're hoping to work on, and I'll get back to you to find a time.