
Paulina Miu Kühling
I am a vocal artist, composer, folk singer, and voice researcher. I see the human voice as a multidimensional tool for expression and empowerment, as well as a medium for care and understanding—both towards oneself and other human and non-human beings.
In my work, I blend contemporary vocal techniques with traditional folk songs and chants from diverse cultural backgrounds, with a particular focus on Slavic musical heritage. I am deeply passionate about creating temporary singing communities and fostering both collective and personal growth through conscious vocal practice.
Since 2015, I have been developing my own method of voice work, which takes a holistic approach to the voice as an integral part of the whole person. My method supports self-regulation and nurtures what I call the “vocal creature”—helping individuals reclaim and integrate their authentic vocal expression.
I hold a BA in Music Therapy from the Music Academy in Łódź (2015) and an MA in Intermedia from the University of Arts in Poznań (2017). Between 2011 and 2016, I worked as a performer and composer with Wegajty Theatre (Poland).
In 2022, I founded Otucha Collective, a Berlin-based vocal ensemble that explores the human voice as a tool for healing and empowerment in the context of community building, social relationships, and the environment.
I have performed and led workshops internationally, both as a solo artist and in various artistic collaborations. My work has been presented at venues and institutions such as Fundacion Mar Adentro, Santiago de Chile (CL), Uferstudios, Berlin (DE), Freiburg Theater (DE), Radialsystem, Berlin (DE), Berliner Festspiele, Berlin (DE), Institut for (X), Aarhus (DK), Netzwerk IMPULS, Halle (DE), Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule, Halle (DE), Jatiwangi Art Factory, Java (ID), Arko Theatre/ Mullae Arts Space, Seoul (KR), Between Sky & Sea, Herdla (NOR), Binaural/Nodar, Vouzela (PRT), Teatr Kana, Szczecin (PL), Contexts, Sokolowsko (PL), Munetik Symposium, Yerevan (AM).
I currently live and work in Yerevan.
Photo by Paulina Miu Kühling