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 Performance Techniques
Melody & Pitch
Vocal Training
Music theory
Music production & recording
Singing
Sight Singing
Ear training
AI modules
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Learner types for singing lessons
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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 tutor guided the student through foundational vocal exercises, focusing on diaphragmatic breathing and breath support through controlled exhalation and trill practice. They identified areas for improvement in hitting higher notes and managing breathier vocal passages, setting a practice goal for the student to work on vocal trills for challenging song sections before the next session.
Vocal Trills for Warm-up and Air Control
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
Healthy Vocal Practices
Song Analysis for Vocal Improvement
Emotional Interpretation in Song
Breath Control Exercises
Vocal Warm-ups and Stretches
Vocal Pitch and Emoting
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on breath support, head voice, and song performance. Specific attention was given to achieving correct pitch, vocal placement, and breath management during challenging passages of the student's song. The tutor provided strategies for practice, including focusing on specific sections and optimizing practice times.
Vocal Breathing Techniques
Vocal Registers and Blending
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Vocal Drills and Practice Strategies
Performance Mindset and Trust
The student and tutor worked on vocal warm-ups, breathing techniques, and lip trills to improve vocal control and breath support. They then applied these techniques to practice sections of two songs, "You Say" and "Never Let You Go," focusing on breath management, dynamic variation, and vocal stamina. The student was advised to practice specific exercises and prepare lyrics for future sessions on emotional expression.
Vocal Warm-ups: Stretches and Breathing
Vocal Techniques: Lip Trills and Mix Voice
Vocal Control: Air Management and Phrase Shaping
Vocal Performance: Emotional Connection and Application
The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises, and specific vocal techniques focusing on resonance and articulation. They then practiced a song, refining specific sections and focusing on pitch and clarity, with assigned homework to practice vocal runs and listen to a new song.
Vocal Warm-ups: Neck and Shoulder Stretches
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
Resonance and Vocal 'Tingle'
Pitch Accuracy and Vocal Placement
The Tutor and Student focused on vocal warm-ups and exercises tailored for a sore throat, emphasizing proper breathing techniques and vocal care while singing. They practiced song adaptation for performance during illness and discussed vocal cool-down methods for future sessions.
Singing While Sick: Adaptation Strategies
Vocal Warm-down and Recovery
Breathing Exercises for Vocal Support
Vocal Warm-up: Gentle Stretches
Vocal Trills and Air Management
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
DAWs
Metronome Apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Interactive voice lessons
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Open Q&A

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