Susan Mohini Kane — Official Electronic Press Kit

Singer-Songwriter

Meet Susan Mohini Kane

Meet Mohini, the soulful voice behind the mesmerizing melodies of her latest album, Waking Up in Wonderland. A heart-felt singer-songwriter, Mohini weaves tales of love, self-discovery, and life’s enchanting moments through her truthful lyrics and captivating compositions. With a voice seasoned by years of classical performance Waking Up in Wonderland is not just an album; it’s an experience crafted by Mohini’s passion for storytelling through music.

Listen to her two classical albums to get the fullness of Susan “Mohini” Kane’s range as an artist. A Moment of Joy & From the Heart

Freelance Soprano

Susan “Mohini” Kane is a versitile freelance soprano, captivating audiences across genres with her clear soulful voice and dynamic performances. Whether enchanting listeners with classical masterpieces, infusing soul into jazz and swing with the Just Us 4 quartet, or sparking joy with children’s concerts, she loves it. Susan’s dedication to her craft and her ability to connect with audiences of all ages make her a standout talent in the music industry.

Vocal Coach/Voice Teacher

Dr. Susan “Mohini” Kane is a distinguished vocal coach and voice teacher, renowned for her unparalleled expertise in vocal technique (classical and pop) and dedication to her craft. With a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) degree from the prestigious Cincinnati Conservatory, Dr. Kane brings over two decades of experience to her teaching practice. Throughout her illustriuos career, Susan has had the privilege of working with some of the best professional singers in both classical and popular music, helping them hone their vocal abilities and achieve new heights of artistic excellence. Her students range from opera divas to pop stars to musical theatre show stoppers, all of whom praise her for her insightful guidance, unwavering support, and commitment to their success.

As a sought-after educator and mentor, Dr. Susan “Mohini” Kane continues to inspire and elevate the next generation of vocalists. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in a deep understanding of vocal technique across genres, from the demanding requirements of classical repertoire to the nuanced styles of contemporary pop music. Her approach is tailored to meet the individual needs and goals of each student, empowering them to unlock their full potential as singers in their chosen style.

Some Kind Words

“Crystal clear voice and impeccable technique” LA Culture Spot Magazine
“a truly inspirational disc” (A MOMENT OF JOY) “A singular pleasure” John France, Music Web International
“Her voice was so powerful and soothing…a pleasure to the ear.” PCC Courier
“Susan Mohini Kane is a constant source of inspiration” Joseph Gárate, lead singer for the band: Diamonds, & classical tenor
“Mohini’s music is champagne for the soul!” Marga Laube, Evolution Media LLC (and Patreon Subscriber)

“Susan brings an energetic, warm, and thoughtful musical perspective to each performance. Not only is she a fine musician, but she is also a joy to work and collaborate with.” Annemarie Guzy, Cuddle Concerts Artistic Director and Creator and Riverside Unified School District Arts Specialist

“My perceptions of Susan’s performances is that they are: sunny, light-hearted, friendly, smiling, gracious, easy to listen to, versatile (she plays ukulele, guitar, a capella singing, keyboard, and backups) accessible, and talented. What do I receive when listening to her sing? I get peaceful, happy, moved, balanced, desirous to sing or play along, and experience a range of emotions in the music.” Seth, cellist and Patreon Subscriber

“Susan has become an indispensable part of my artistic life. She has given me the tools and technique I need to sing in a healthy way while engaging the mind, heart, and spirit. She seems to know everything there is to know about the human voice and has been at home working on classical, art songs, musical theater, and folk with me. I’m so grateful I found her.” Hollye Hudson, Actress and Singer New York & Los Angeles

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Full Biography

Meet Mohini, the soulful voice behind the mesmerizing melodies of her latest album, Waking Up in Wonderland. A singer-songwriter extraordinaire, Mohini weaves tales of love, self-discovery, and life’s enchanting moments through her heartfelt lyrics and captivating compositions. With a voice that resonates with emotion and authenticity, Mohini invites you to immerse yourself in a musical journey that transcends boundaries. Waking Up in Wonderland is not just an album; it’s an experience crafted by Mohini’s passion for storytelling through music. Mohini’s mission is to taste and share the nectar of happiness by creating and performing beautiful, love-filled songs for those in desperate need of a respite from fighting the good fight.

Accomplished singer, songwriter, arranger, author, teacher and yogini, Susan “Mohini” Kane’s career keeps transforming. Her early years as a pop singer and songwriter gave way to the lure of classical music and opera for the bulk of her career though she never stopped writing and performing her own songs. During Covid Mohini shed her skin of academia and made the leap into the singer-songwriter, recording and performing Indie artist world by writing and recording her first solo album of original songs Waking Up in Wonderland. Though it’s not quite clear what genre her songs fall into, they have been described as having a musical theater sound along side folk pop with its roots in Americana/folk and spirituality. Because Kane uses unorthodox vocal methods at times (in Wolf Moon, she howls) one might even decide that “alternative music” would more accurately describe her new music. Kane continues to perform in various projects as a free-lance soprano in classical, pop, and jazz projects.

Kane holds a Bachelor’s degree in vocal performance and education from the University of Iowa and a Master’s degree and Doctorate in vocal performance from The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. A tenured full professor for many years, In 2020, Kane took her own advice and made the leap from the university into the world [The 21st-Century Singer: Making the Leap from the University into the World Oxford University Press, 2015].

Susan Mohini Kane’s debut Indie album: Waking Up in Wonderland was released November 17, 2023. Wonderland is a bursting forth of courage, a haunting echo of the soul, a call of the wild to the wild. Her thirteen inspired and artistically beautiful original songs certainly reflect her classical training hidden inside her Indie Pop Rock/Musical Theatre Style. Sometimes quirky (It’s Alright to be Happy), sometimes pure music theatre (What if I were No One) and sometimes sentimental with a country flair (Grandma’s Song), each song on Mohini’s new album features her soulful and light-filled voice. Her deeply personal songs come from her years of practicing meditation and yoga. One can hear references to both eastern and western spirituality in a vein of gold that runs through every song on the album. Each of the thirteen tracks also includes the sound of a triangle – it represents WONDER.

As a classical artist Kane has performed with operas and symphony orchestras across the country including Cleveland Opera Theatre and the Chicago Symphony Chorus. Making the leap into the Indie world has taken three years of hard work in retraining her voice and recording. You can hear her journey throughout her three album projects: A Moment of Joy , From the Heart & Waking Up in Wonderland.

Mohini is the Founding Director of Santosha Voice Group LLC, an organization that provides information, inspiration and opportunities to encourage singers of all ages and levels to get out there and sing! These accomplished voice professionals (and really great people!) produce the popular podcast: The Power of Singing. The podcast is currently planning it’s fifth season and is in the top 20% of podcasts of 2024. Visit the website: www.santoshavoicegroup.com for more information or find the Power of Singing Podcast by Santosha Voice Group anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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