Lidya Balaban
Pop, Rock & Metal Vocal Coach | Clean, Grit & Extreme Vocal Training Voice lessons to match whatever your goals may be
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Lidya Balaban
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Lidya - Get to know your vocal coach
With over a decade of performance experience, I offer professional vocal tuition tailored to aspiring and established singers alike. Specialising in rock and metal, I bring real-world touring experience from stages across the UK and Europe, giving students practical insight into both performance and vocal longevity. In addition to rock and metal, I have extensive experience in musical theatre and pop, allowing me to support a wide range of vocal styles and goals. Whether you’re looking to strengthen powerful clean vocals, develop controlled grit, or safely execute harsh and extreme techniques, I provide structured, technique-focused training to help you expand your range and confidence. My teaching is grounded in a strong understanding of vocal anatomy, ensuring that every technique is approached with both power and safety in mind. I’m passionate about helping singers unlock their authentic sound while building healthy, sustainable vocal habits. Each lesson will be tailored to each individuals skill level and experience - all are welcome! Book your first lesson today and let's unlock your full vocal potential together, harmonise your talent with expert guidance for any level.
Your vocal coach specialities
Rhythm & Beat
Music Performance Techniques
Singing
Vocal Training
Ear training
Learner types for singing lessons
Singing for adults
Singing for advanced
Singing for beginners
Singing for intermediate
Singing lessons highlights
My teaching approach is entirely student-centred. Every lesson is tailored to the individual, taking into account their current skill level, vocal strengths, goals, and learning style. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced vocalist refining advanced techniques, I design sessions that meet you where you are and build from there. I prioritise practical, hands-on learning. While I’m happy to recommend useful apps and digital tools where appropriate, I favour a more analogue approach — working directly with your voice through focused exercises, repetition, and the simple use of backing tracks to develop musicality, timing, and stage-ready performance skills. A core part of my methodology is building both vocal ability and vocal confidence. Technique is important, but so is mindset. I create a supportive environment where you can experiment, grow, and push your limits safely. Through consistent technical development and performance-focused training, my aim is to help you become a stronger, more confident, and self-assured vocalist
Noticeable vocal improvement in months
90%+ of students report clearer tone & stronger range quickly
Singing lessons praised for creativity and fun
88% parents love how the teacher brings joy into every class
Structured voice lessons with real results
86%+ students achieve consistent growth in pitch, & range
Types of singing lessons
Singing
Pop Singing
Rock Singing
Metal Singing
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15 days Refund
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Free Tutor Swap
Singing concepts taught by Lidya
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique, focusing on vocal placement and registers. They practiced exercises and analyzed a song to achieve a lower vocal placement, later transitioning to a new song to explore head and chest voice transitions. The student was assigned homework to familiarize themselves with the new song for future practice.
Vocal Placement: Low Register
Vocal Registers and Transitions
Vocal Warm-up and Cool-down Exercises
Application of Techniques in Song Analysis
The student and tutor focused on vocal techniques, specifically developing head voice, breath support, and vocal placement using exercises and song analysis. They practiced scales, breathing exercises, and applied these techniques to sections of songs by Elliot Smith and Hozier, aiming for a breathy and open vocal quality. The next session was scheduled for Thursday at 6:30 PM.
Head Voice vs. Chest Voice
Breath Support and Diaphragmatic Breathing
Vocal Placement and Open Throat Technique
Vocal Agility and Dynamic Contrast
The tutor and student reviewed vocal techniques for "Misery Business" and "Holy Diver," focusing on belting, breath support, and vocal sustain. They identified specific challenges with each song, and the tutor provided practical advice for improvement before the student's upcoming performance. Follow-up involves continued practice of recommended exercises.
Vocal Belting Techniques
Vocal Warm-ups and Preparation
Breath Support and Note Sustain
Vocal Registers and Mix
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique for a specific song, focusing on projection, vocal placement, and overcoming perceived limitations through "obnoxious" and loud singing exercises. They addressed technical audio issues and planned to explore chest voice and head voice concepts in future sessions, including potentially a new song by Elliot Smith.
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Vocal Intensity and Projection
Vocal Registers: Chest vs. Head Voice
Vocal Warm-ups and Cool-downs
The student and tutor worked on vocal techniques, focusing on developing vibrato and mixed voice through specific exercises and song analysis. They practiced applying these techniques to challenging notes and lyrical passages, with a plan to continue refining the student's vocal control and confidence.
Vocal Placement: Forward vs. Backward
Vocal Warm-up and Cool-down Routines
Mixed Register: Blending Head and Chest Voice
Vibrato Technique
The tutor and student worked on vocal technique, focusing on the transition between chest and head voice and improving breath support. They practiced scales and vocal exercises to address the student's vocal break and explored strategies for enhancing stage presence, including movement and vocal control.
Breath Support and Placement
Mixed Register and Vocal Blending
Stage Presence and Performance Confidence
Vocal Registers and the Break
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
DAWs
Lyric & sheet music notation software
Karaoke & backing track apps
Interactive voice lessons
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Vocal coaches on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.