Learn from an ICMP graduate offering diverse vocal techniques across genres to help you grow

Shukhrat Turdikhodjaev coached Andy T. on a song in 6/8 time, focusing on rhythmic accuracy and internalizing the song's structure. Andy practiced counting, clapping, and singing along with the song and its instrumental version. Shukhrat assigned homework involving practicing with the original song in sections and ensuring a solid grasp of the melody before adding lyrics, with practice split into multiple short sessions.

In this vocal coaching lesson, Shukhrat worked with an individual from Anaheim on improving his performance of a song, focusing on resonance, breath control, and rhythmic accuracy. The learner practiced vowel exercises and sang through the song, receiving feedback on tongue placement, breath management, and timing. They agreed to create a "beat map" in the next lesson to help him visualize and internalize the song's rhythmic structure.

Kunyuan and Shukhrat dedicated their recent lesson to enhancing singing techniques, specifically targeting the reduction of nasality, improvement of pitch, and expansion of vocal range. Key areas of focus included precise tongue placement and effective sound direction. They applied these principles by practicing specific lines from a song, integrating exercises designed to boost physical awareness and control. Following the lesson, Kunyuan will provide Shukhrat with a preferred version of the song, and future lessons have been scheduled to continue their work on this piece and foundational vocal techniques.

Vocal coach Shukhrat Turdikhodjaev's work with Andy T. centers on developing his singing prowess. Their lessons are structured around warm-ups, performing existing repertoire like "Somebody That I Used to Know," and a thorough analysis of new pieces, such as "Georgie." Shukhrat guides Andy through crucial aspects of vocal technique, including precise vowel shaping, breath control, rhythm, melody, and clear articulation. To further enhance vocal power, they also incorporate methods like over-pronunciation and specific physical exercises. Shukhrat ensures progress by offering detailed feedback, providing recordings, and assigning targeted practice sections for Andy to work on.

In a July 2025 singing lesson, Shukhrat Turdikhodjaev coached Landon (dbzfanbro335) on the rock ballad "Crimson Sky." The vocal instruction focused on refining warm-ups, improving pitch, and mastering power projection. Shukhrat utilized physical exercises and visualization techniques to help Landon forge a deeper connection with the song's emotion and explore both raw and orchestral versions. For his homework, Landon is assigned to analyze the emotional vibe of a new song, with a potential rescheduling of their next lesson noted due to a scuba diving commitment.

In Raleigh, on July 28, 2025, Shukhrat gave Sara a singing lesson focused on addressing her vocal strain, particularly noticeable when she sang Albanian songs. He diagnosed potential subglottal compression and guided her through vocal fry and SOVT exercises like lip trills, tongue trills, and mouth trumpet to promote relaxation and improve vocal cord function. Shukhrat advised consistent warm-ups, cautioned against comparing herself to heavily edited online performances, and emphasized focusing on technique and artistry over vocal range. They also analyzed a challenging song section, making adjustments to tongue placement and breath control. Sara was assigned homework and encouraged to join a choir to build her confidence.