Maadhavi Baalakrishnen

Singing Lessons with Expertise from Los Angeles College of Music

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Maadhavi Baalakrishnen

Diploma degree

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Each lesson is 55 min

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30 lessons


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5% off

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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!

Maadhavi graduated from Los Angeles College of Music

Maadhavi graduated from Los Angeles College of Music

Your vocal coach specialities

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Music theory

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Music production & recording

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Sight Singing

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Harmony & Counterpoint

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Music Performance Techniques

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Ear training

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Improvisation & Composition

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Music Technology

Learner types for singing lessons

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College

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School

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All levels

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Adult/Professionals

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

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

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Singing concepts taught by Maadhavi

Student learned 6 days ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal technique and emotional expression for a specific song. They practiced breathing exercises, analyzed song lyrics for emotional content, and applied these emotions to singing the song, with a focus on targeted vocalization and practice strategies for difficult passages. The student will continue to practice runs using a specific tool.

Connecting Emotion to Vocal Delivery

Articulation and Connected Speech

Vocal Runs and Ornamentation

Singing to a Specific Person

Vocal Warm-ups and Stretches

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Student learned 6 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, specifically breath control, vocal projection, and phrasing for the song "I Will Survive." They analyzed the song's emotional content and practiced delivering it with a more powerful and staccato style, with plans for continued practice and a new song next session.

Vocal Warm-ups and Stretches

Diaphragmatic Breathing Techniques

Vocal Trills and Agility

Vocal Phrasing: Legato vs. Staccato

Emotional Expression in Singing

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Student learned 7 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath control, diaphragmatic breathing exercises, and lip trills. They practiced a song called "Mezzamine," refining specific challenging sections, lyrical phrasing, and rhythmic emphasis. The student will continue practicing this song and will begin a new, more challenging song next week.

Vocal Strain Management and Prevention

Song Interpretation and Performance Nuances

Vocal Trills and Warm-ups

Diaphragmatic Breathing for Singing

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Student learned 8 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises, and practiced singing a new song, "Toxic Till the End." The session focused on improving breath control, vocal technique, and lyrical delivery, with plans to revise previously learned songs in the following week.

Vocal Trills

Vocal Range and Song Repertoire

Vocal Emphasis and Articulation in Song

Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing Techniques

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Student learned 8 days ago

The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support and controlling jaw movement during singing. They practiced specific exercises and applied them to a song, with plans to tackle more challenging repertoire like "The Star-Spangled Banner" in future sessions.

Vocal Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing

Jaw Stability for Vocal Clarity

Laryngeal Control and Relief Techniques

Breath Management in Song Structure

Straw Phonation for Voice Training

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Student learned 8 days ago

The student and tutor worked on vocal techniques for contemporary and folk music, specifically focusing on executing vocal runs with better support and refining "speak-singing" delivery through character and contextualization. They also discussed strategies for improving articulation and emphasis in lyrical delivery.

Vocal Character and Believability

Vocal Runs and Melisma

Speak-Singing and Articulation

Breath Control and Support

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Tools & techniques used in voice lessons

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Karaoke & backing track apps

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DAWs

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Ear Training Software

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Vocal pitch training apps

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Metronome Apps

Interactive voice lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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Chat for quick help

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Note taking

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