Irina Ødegaard Korchuganova is a mezzo-soprano, conductor, pianist, and freelance musician based in Norway. Her artistic work is characterized by a strong interest in the dialogue between folk and contemporary musical traditions, as well as a commitment to exploring and presenting lesser-known repertoire to modern audiences.

As a singer, Irina has an extensive background in ensemble and solo performance. She has performed repertoire ranging from Baroque to Romantic opera. In 2025, she was selected to participate in the Academy of the Balthasar Neumann Ensemble.

Irina is a regular member of the Zurich Vocal Soloists, performing frequently at the Fraumünster Church in Zurich. She is also a co-founder of the Germany-based vocal ensemble Serendipia. Her performance activities regularly take her to stages and concert venues across Norway, Switzerland, and Germany.

She has refined her artistic skills through masterclasses with distinguished musicians including Joyce DiDonato, Jeanette Favaro-Reutter, and Kenneth Posey, and she has participated in the International Bach Academy for young singers.

Alongside her performing career, Irina works as a conductor, vocal coach, and piano teacher. She collaborates with choirs and vocal ensembles and is passionate about helping musicians develop their artistic potential through individualised teaching. Her multidisciplinary background as a singer, conductor, researcher and pianist informs both her artistic projects and her pedagogical work.