.png)
Singing is a physical activity—a solo sport much like competitive gymnastics—that requires coordination, stamina, and precision. Vocal coaching, to me, is 10% about singing and 90% about personal development. The skills we cultivate together are not just for music, they are life skills applicable to any endeavor. I focus on teaching you how to make thoughtful and strong choices, learn effectively, and commit deeply to your practice. By integrating techniques from kinesiology, mindfulness, meditation, and acting, we unlock your full vocal potential—developing an open voice that brings ease, clarity, and expands your range. My ultimate goal is to inspire change, instill confidence, and empower you to recognize the agency and freedom you have in your life, both on and off the stage.
I'm a native of the Bay Area, deeply embedded in the vibrant local music scene. Growing up I immersed myself in theater, which cultivated a passion for performance that put me on the path to New York City. There, I pursued acting at university and continued professionally, embracing the bustling energy of the city's.
However, during this time, I was singing with poor technique, which led to vocal damage and cast doubt on my future as a performer.
Determined to overcome this setback, I spent three transformative years under the tutelage of Greg Frens. Together, we completely retooled and overhauled my voice, restoring my abilities and deepening my understanding of vocal artistry. With this invaluable experience, I returned to the Bay Area to share what I've learned, dedicating myself to teaching and inspiring the next generation of performers.
Unlock your vocal potential with the Open Voice Technique.
Imagine singing any style or genre with ease, effortlessly reaching notes you once thought were beyond your range—all without strain or fatigue.
This is a technique I've developed over years for both my own performances as well as my students. Learning to unlock your voice without as much strain and fatigue has been pivotal in several of my student's journeys, and become a core tenant of my teaching.
Interested in learning more? Reach out via my contact page to learn more or schedule a trial lesson.
I've been singing just about all my life but had never received formal training prior to meeting Maleli. After witnessing his Broadway level style at a local open mic, versatility of voice, I asked to take classes to improve my vocal endurance and technique.
Within just a few weeks, my singing ability has grown by MILES!! I'm hitting notes I didn't know I could, I'm able to sing for longer periods of time without as much exhaustion, and have been able to add a lot more character to my performances!
As a performing musician, his coaching was and continues to be immensely valuable and rare to find in the Bay Area! If you want to take your voice further, don't walk, RUN, and get booked with Maleli ASAP.
Asha Menon
Local Performing Singer