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
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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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

Your vocal coach specialities
Music theory
Music Technology
Vocal Training
Improvisation & Composition
Melody & Pitch
Singing
Harmony & Counterpoint
Music Performance Techniques
Learner types for singing lessons
All levels
School
College
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
Classical Singing
Pop Singing
Jazz Singing
Rock Singing
Movie Singing
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining

10 day Refund
Free Tutor Swap

Singing concepts taught by Maadhavi
The student and tutor worked on vocal technique for a specific song, focusing on breath control, vocal placement, and emotional delivery. They practiced exercises to improve tone, address vocal breaks, and refine the pronunciation of challenging words. The session concluded with plans to continue practicing the song and the student deciding on future learning paths.
Managing Vocal Breaks and Transitions
Vocal Placement and Resonance
Expressive Delivery and "Throwing" Notes
Breathing Techniques for Singing
The tutor and student worked on vocal warm-ups, breathing exercises, and then focused on two musical theatre songs: "Little Girls" and "Waving Through a Window." They practiced specific vocal techniques, phrasing, emotional interpretation, and breath control for both pieces.
Vocal Warm-ups and Breathing Techniques
Pitch Accuracy and Range Exploration
Vocal Technique: Sliding and Emphasis
Vocal Range: Head Voice and Mix Voice
Character and Emotional Interpretation in Song
The class covered vocal warm-ups, solfège exercises focusing on differentiating between major and minor scales, and practice on several songs. The student received feedback on pitch and breath control, particularly in challenging sections of the songs. The student was assigned to rest their voice and practice the new song link provided by the tutor.
Vocal Warm-ups and Stretches
Vocal Exercises: Pitch Control
Understanding Pitch
Major vs. Minor Scales
Solfege (Minor Scale)
Song Performance and Breath Control
The session covered vocal exercises, breathing techniques, and focused on improving the Student's performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner." They worked on breath control, vocal placement, and reducing tension while singing. The tutor provided a recipe for throat-soothing tea and assigned sending a song selection for the next lesson, which was postponed due to Easter.
Proper Vocal Warm-ups: Trills
Foods & Drinks that Impact Vocals
Vocal Projection Techniques
Vocal Tension Awareness
Diaphragmatic Breathing
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
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
Tools & techniques used in voice lessons
Ear Training Software
DAWs
Vocal tuner apps
Vocal pitch training apps
Karaoke & backing track apps
Interactive voice lessons
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed

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