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Maadhavi Baalakrishnen

Singing Lessons with Expertise from Los Angeles College of Music

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Singing lessons - Maadhavi Baalakrishnen

Diploma degree

/ 30 min

Singing lessons highlights

I'm a patient, attentive, and highly adaptive vocal instructor who truly believes that no two voices—or learners—are the same. My teaching philosophy is centered around the idea that each student brings their strengths, challenges, musical preferences, and personal goals into the lesson space. Because of that, I make it a priority to tailor every lesson to the individual. Whether you're a beginner learning foundational techniques or a more experienced singer refining expression and control, I’ll meet you where you are and support you in developing your voice in a way that feels authentic and sustainable. I draw from over 15 years of vocal training across opera, contemporary, and Indian classical music, and I combine that technical foundation with a warm, encouraging energy that helps students feel safe to explore, take risks, and ask questions. I focus on helping students build both control and confidence, emphasizing healthy technique, breath work, tone development, and emotional connection. But just as importantly, I try to ensure that every lesson remains enjoyable and engaging. I want my students to look forward to their practice, to be excited by their progress, and to walk away from each session feeling empowered and inspired. As someone who has taught students of different ages, styles, and levels, I understand that flexibility and communication are key. My goal is not to fit students into a set curriculum, but to help them shape their journey with the tools, insight, and encouragement they need to grow as vocalists

Your vocal coach specialities

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Singing

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Melody & Pitch

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Improvisation & Composition

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Ear training

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Music production & recording

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Music Performance Techniques

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Vocal Training

Maadhavi graduated from Los Angeles College of Music

Maadhavi graduated from Los Angeles College of Music

Maadhavi - Get to know your vocal coach

Hello, I’m Maadhavi! I'm a tertiary-educated vocal instructor with over 15 years of experience and vocal training. I offer lessons in classical and various contemporary vocal styles, including opera, jazz, pop, Funk, Rock, and more. My specialties range from Music Theory, Composition, Vocal training, and Music Production (Logic Pro). With a focus on vocal training, I aim to help students enhance their skills, whether it be for live performance, studio, and playback singing, or simply to build confidence! I’ve worked with students of all ages and love helping each one find confidence and expression in their voice. My approach combines solid technique with emotional connection, and I aim to make every lesson supportive, engaging, and tailored to the individual. I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned and helping others grow as vocalists. Let's hit the right note together and unlock your full vocal potential!

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Singing concept taught by Maadhavi

Student learned 29 days ago

Arya worked with Ry A on improving his rap technique by focusing on breath control, chest voice, and mouth placement. Ry A practiced breathing exercises and lip trills to improve breath support and vocal health. They also worked on applying chest voice and nasality to his rapping, focusing on a new song and refining his pronunciation and tone for an American accent.

Chest Voice for Rap

Larynx Control for Vocal Depth

Nasality ("Spongebob" Technique) in Rap

American Accent for Rap Delivery

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Arya led Ry through physical and breathing warm-up exercises to prepare for vocal practice. They focused on neck stretches, shoulder rotations, and controlled hissing during breathing exercises. Due to Ry's fatigue, they decided to reschedule the main practice session for the following day.

Vocal Warm-ups

Hiss Tongue Placement

Controlled Breathing (Hiss)

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Arya worked with Thomas on vocal techniques, including breathing exercises, lip trills, and mouth placement, to improve his singing. Thomas practiced applying these techniques to a song, focusing on feeling the vibrations in his front teeth. Arya assigned practice to build muscle memory and improve consistency with the techniques learned.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Lip Trills

Vocal Placement (Front Mouth)

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Arya and Lekshmy worked on vocal exercises and practiced singing the song "Speechless." Lekshmy focused on breathing techniques, posture, and hitting the correct notes while singing. Arya provided feedback on breath control, pronunciation, and melody, and assigned practice of the breathing exercises.

Breath Support in Singing

Avoiding Vocal Slides

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Vocal Hums & Vibrations

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Student learned about 1 month ago

Arya Rao worked with Ry A on breath control and vocal placement techniques to improve Ry A's rapping ability. The session included breathing exercises, lip trills, and application of these techniques to a rap song, focusing on chest voice and mouth positioning. Ry A was assigned practice exercises to build muscle memory and stamina for these techniques.

Controlled Hissing

Chest Voice for Rap

Mouth Shape in Rapping

Larynx Position

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Student learned about 2 months ago

Arya worked with James on vocal techniques, including breathing exercises, resonance, and vocal warm-ups. James practiced diaphragmatic breathing, lip trills, and a new vocal exercise to improve breath control and vocal agility. They also worked on a song, focusing on applying the learned techniques to reduce throat strain, and Arya assigned recording himself singing as homework.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Vocal Resonance (Gums)

Soft Palate Elevation (Fake Yawn)

Lip Trills

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Types of singing lessons

Singing

Singing

Classical Singing

Classical Singing

Pop Singing

Pop Singing

Jazz Singing

Jazz Singing

Rock Singing

Rock Singing

Movie Singing

Movie Singing

Learner types for singing lessons

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Adult/Professionals

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School

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All levels

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College

Interactive voice lessons

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Chat for quick help

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Record lessons

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Weekend lessons

Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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Vocal tuner apps

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Ear Training Software

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Vocal pitch training apps

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