Girija Akella

Teaching & Mentoring

• Accomplished Carnatic Classical vocalist and music educator with over 7 years of dedicated teaching experience
• Formally trained under Guru Dr. Y. Ramaprabha Garu with extensive performance experience across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
• Committed to building students' technical proficiency, musical expression, and artistic confidence in the Carnatic vocal tradition
• Proficient in teaching Carnatic Classical Vocal, Carnatic Light Music, Film Songs, and Devotional Songs
• Currently conducting live online classes for students across India and internationally

Professional Experience

• Independent Carnatic Vocal Music Teacher with over 7 years of private teaching experience
• Former Music Teacher at MLN Music Academy, Hyderabad
• Designed personalized lesson plans covering ragas, talas, varnams, kritis, and concert repertoire
• Prepared students for stage performances through training in voice modulation, breath control, and stage presence
• Performed at numerous Sabha Kacheris across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh alongside Guru Dr. Y. Ramaprabha Garu
• Performed at the Cuttack National Level Music Competition (2019)
• Performed on Bol Baby Bol, a state-level reality singing competition (2018)
• Extensive performance experience in Light Music and Cine Music across cultural and public events
• Collaborated with music directors in the Telugu Film Industry (TFI) on multiple film projects