Maadhavi Baalakrishnen
Singing Lessons with Expertise from Los Angeles College of Music
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Maadhavi Baalakrishnen
Diploma degree
/ 55 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
Vocal Training
Music Technology
Melody & Pitch
Improvisation & Composition
Music production & recording
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Ear training
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!

Singing concepts taught by Maadhavi
The session focused on vocal warm-up techniques, breath control exercises, and applying these skills to a contemporary pop song. The student practiced hissing exercises, lip trills, and enunciation techniques. Homework includes practicing SOVT exercises like straw breathing and choosing a more challenging song for the next lesson.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Airflow Management
Vocal Support and Core Engagement
Resonance Placement
Enunciation and Soft Palate
SOVT Exercises
The session focused on vocal training, including physical stretches, breathing exercises, and vocal warm-ups. The Student practiced singing "How Far I'll Go" with a karaoke track, concentrating on breath control, rhythm, and vocal projection. The Tutor assigned further practice on specific sections of the song for the next session.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Warm-ups
Resonance and Vocal Projection
Rhythm and Timing
Breath Control for Singing
Articulation and Pronunciation
The student worked on vocal exercises, including the hissing exercise and trills, to improve breath support and engage their chest voice. They then applied these techniques to rapping, focusing on tone, pronunciation, and maintaining chest voice. The Tutor recommended practicing the hissing exercise and trills for five minutes daily to improve consistency and strength.
Breath Support (Hissing Exercise)
Trills for Breath Support and Chest Voice
Chest Voice Technique
Mouth Placement and Vocal Tone
Emphasis and Phrasing
The student and tutor engaged in vocal exercises and practiced a song from Moana. The session included physical stretches, breathing techniques, and vocal warm-ups. Homework was assigned to practice the breathing exercises, vocal warm-ups, and the section of the song covered in class.
Vocal Warm-Ups: Lip Trills
Vocal Warm-Ups: 'Mama Made Me Mash My M&M's'
Vocal Cords as Muscles
Song Learning Strategies: Reference Tracks and A Cappella Practice
Breathing Exercises for Singers
The student practiced vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises, and two songs, 'Willow' and 'Speechless', with a focus on specific sections of each song. The student was assigned homework to practice the vocal warm-ups daily, work on the final section of 'Speechless' by listening to the original recording and comparing it to their own, and to practice 'Willow' with a karaoke track.
Vocal Warm-ups: Importance and Practice
Breathing Exercises for Singers
Major vs. Minor Key Distinction
Song Revision and Karaoke Practice
Stretching for Vocal Health
The student practiced vocal warm-ups, focusing on breath control, vocal support, and forward vowel placement. The student sang through their song, analyzed the emotions in the lyrics, and worked on vocal techniques to enhance emotional delivery. The tutor recommended practicing with video recording to improve stage presence and movement.
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vowel Placement
Emotional Connection to Lyrics
Stage Presence and Movement
Vocal Support
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Learner types for singing lessons
Adult/Professionals
College
School
All levels
Interactive voice lessons
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Vocal tuner apps
Metronome Apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
DAWs
Ear Training Software

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