Maadhavi Baalakrishnen
Singing Lessons with Expertise from Los Angeles College of Music




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Maadhavi Baalakrishnen
Diploma degree
/ 55 min
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

Your vocal coach specialities
Music production & recording
Ear training
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Music History
Singing
Music theory
Music Technology
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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
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing

Singing concepts taught by Maadhavi
The Student and Tutor worked on refining an original song, focusing on improving lyrical cohesion, melody variation, and vocal delivery. They practiced adjusting phrasing, pauses, and inflections within the song's verse, pre-chorus, and chorus. The Tutor advised the Student on songwriting best practices, including using voice notes to capture ideas and maintaining consistent writing practice. They planned to work on the instrumental, the second half of the song, or another song in the next session.
Dynamic Melody & Phrasing
Lyrical Cohesion & Storytelling
Song Structure & Sectional Variation
Voice Notes: The Songwriter's Essential Tool
Cultivating Songwriting Skills through Practice & Immersion
The tutor and student reviewed vocal warm-ups, including breathing exercises and specific vowel sounds for resonance and control. They then practiced singing a song titled "Brown Guilty Eyes," working through verses and choruses with a karaoke track, with the tutor providing guidance on pitch and delivery. The student was advised to listen to a new song, "Fight Song," for the next session.
Song Performance: Lyric & Pitch Accuracy
Vocal Stamina & Power Development
Vocal Pitch & Intonation Practice
Vocal Warm-ups: Breath Control & Articulation
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, including warm-ups and breathing exercises. They analyzed and practiced sections of two songs, focusing on melodic accuracy, emotional interpretation, and character perspective. The student was assigned homework to record themselves singing and to research different interpretations of the songs.
Vocal Trills and Core Engagement
Vocal Technique: Openness and Resonance
Character Interpretation in Song
Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique
The student and tutor focused on vocal technique, including breathing exercises, practicing song sections, and improving note accuracy through ear training. They discussed strategies for managing vocal runs and internalizing lyrics, with plans to review the current song and begin a new one in the next session.
Emotional Expression in Singing
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Vocal Runs and Agility
Vocal Breathing Techniques
Ear Training and Pitch Matching
The student and tutor reviewed and practiced vocal techniques, focusing on breath control, diaphragm support, and air management. They worked on specific exercises like hissing and trills, and applied these concepts to singing the song "My Funny Valentine," with plans to continue focusing on controlled breathing in future sessions.
Vocal Breath Control
Vocal Agility and Control
Vocal Health and Maintenance
Genre Exploration and Vocal Style
The student practiced vocal warm-ups, including breathing exercises and specific vocalizations, before delving into learning a new song titled "Traitor." They worked on singing verses and choruses, with the tutor providing guidance on pitch and accuracy, and were assigned homework to practice warm-ups and sing along with the song recording.
Vocal Warm-ups: Stretches
Breathing Exercises
Vocal Exercise: The 'E' Sound
Song Interpretation: "Traitor"
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Vocal tuner apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Digital sheet music & lyric databases
Metronome Apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
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