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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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Music production & recording

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Singing

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Improvisation & Composition

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Music History

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Sight Singing

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Music theory

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Ear 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 3 days ago

Arya Rao guided Ry A through vocal exercises to improve breath control, chest voice, and enunciation for rapping. Ry A practiced breathing techniques, trills, and applied these skills to a song excerpt, focusing on chest voice placement and directing sound. Ry A was assigned to practice breathing exercises, trills, and song section daily, recording themselves to track progress.

Breath Support for Rap

Chest Voice Placement

Vocal Trills Technique

Accent & Placement in Rap

Larynx Lowering

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Student learned 5 days ago

Arya led Thomas through vocal warm-up exercises, including posture correction, stretching, breathing techniques, and lip trills. Thomas practiced diaphragmatic breathing and matching pitches in lip trills, receiving feedback from Arya on note accuracy. Thomas was instructed to practice breathing exercises during the week to improve breath control.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Vocal Stretches

Lip Trills

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Student learned 10 days ago

Arya Rao worked with Ry A on vocal techniques to improve his rapping, focusing on breath control, finding his chest voice, and applying these techniques to a verse from the song "Trapoor." They practiced breathing exercises and lip trills to enhance breath support and vocal resonance. Ry A was assigned to practice the breathing and vocal exercises for 10 minutes daily and record himself to track his progress.

Lip Trills

Rap Pronunciation & Flow

Larynx Position

Chest Voice

Vocal Control (Hiss Exercise)

Diaphragmatic Breathing

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Student learned 11 days ago

Arya worked with Lila on vocal exercises, breath control, and song practice. Lila practiced physical warm-ups, breathing exercises with extended counts, and vocal exercises like the "Coca-Cola" exercise to improve pitch. Arya assigned Lila to practice the song segments, record her singing, and compare it with Arya's examples to refine her performance, focusing on problem areas in rhythm and melody.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Vocal Warm-ups

Breath Control (Hiss Exercise)

Pitch Control

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Student learned 12 days ago

Arya led Lila through vocal exercises, breath control techniques, and pitch practice. Lila worked on the "Coca-Cola" lip trill exercise and began learning "First Time in Forever" from Frozen. Lila was assigned to practice the exercises, listen to the song, and prepare lyric sheets for the next session.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Lip Trills

Soft Palate Elevation

Pitch Awareness

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Student learned 19 days ago

Arya led Thomas through a singing lesson that included posture and breathing exercises, vocal warm-ups like trills and the "Coca-Cola" exercise, and work on a song, focusing on pitch and phrasing. Arya introduced the concept of the soft palate and its importance in singing high notes. Thomas was assigned homework to practice the warm-ups and song, and to focus on drinking room temperature or warm water to soothe his throat.

Vocal Warm-ups

Soft Palate

American Accent

Listening and Spacing

Breathing Exercises

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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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All levels

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College

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Adult/Professionals

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School

Interactive voice lessons

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Note taking

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Record lessons

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Parent feedback

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Pets are welcomed

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Mobile joining

Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Ear Training Software

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Metronome Apps

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Digital sheet music & lyric databases

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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