Archana Mohan Iyer

Voice • Expression • Musicality
Archana Mohan Iyer
Contemporary Voice Rooted in Indian Music

Indian contemporary vocalist, artist, and music educator with over 11 years of experience.
Archana enjoys working with both children and adults, and believes teaching is always a two-way journey of learning. Her work focuses on nurturing vocal technique, musical expression, and melodic understanding through structured training.

My Mentors

Hindustani Classical Music

Pandit Parameshwar Hegde
Pandit Parameshwar Hegde
Shri Dhananjay Hegde
Shri Dhananjay Hegde

Western Contemporary

Eric Arceneaux
Eric Arceneaux

My Experience

Teacher

Shankar Mahadevan Academy
Hindustani Classical Music Coach
2010-2013
  • I worked as a Hindustani Classical Music Coach with Shankar Mahadevan Academy, teaching the fundamentals of Hindustani classical music using the academy's structured curriculum.
  • Focused on building a strong musical foundation through swara, voice development, and an understanding of raga and musical expression.
  • Participated in educational initiatives and outreach programs, including the Grow with Music program at Neev Academy and the academy's summer camp for SAP.
  • Contributed to the academy's music program at Indus International School, introducing young learners to Indian classical music in an engaging and structured way.
Taaqademy
Indian and Western Contemporary Vocal Coach
2011-2015
  • I worked as a Hindustani classical and contemporary vocal coach at Taaqademy, guiding students in developing vocal technique, musicality, and performance confidence.
  • As part of Taaqademy's music program at Inventure Academy, I worked with students on vocal training and ensemble work, and mentored students for band performances at the annual event.
  • Joined the music faculty for two residential arts workshops organized by Brigade Group in Bangalore, working within the Indian music vertical.
  • Participated in the audition and student selection process across multiple schools prior to the workshops.
Vox Guru
Indian Contemporary Vocal Coach
2015-2020
  • Conducting one-on-one sessions in Hindustani classical music and contemporary vocal training.
  • Designing and curating my own Indian Contemporary Music program, introducing foundational musical concepts along with physiological and technical vocal exercises to help students develop stronger vocal abilities.
  • Guiding students through voice development and musical understanding using structured training approaches.
  • Teaching Hindustani classical music following the curriculum of Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal and preparing students according to the examination syllabus.
Private Vocal Training
Vocal Coach
2018-Present
  • Conduct online vocal training sessions for students across India, Dubai, London, the USA, and South Africa, focusing on Hindustani classical music and vocal development.
  • Train young learners from the age of 5, helping them build a strong foundation in swara, listening, and musical sensitivity.
  • Work with adult learners, including beginners starting in their 40s and beyond, guiding them through structured yet accessible musical learning.
  • For adult students interested in understanding Indian classical music while also learning songs, I combine basic raag concepts with film and light classical repertoire, helping them experience the essence and depth of the classical tradition in a practical way.

Artist

Voice Samples

Tu Muskura - Yuvvraaj
Tu Muskura - Yuvvraaj
You Are the Reason (Cover) - English
You Are the Reason (Cover) - English
Chekele - Ribin Richard ft. Archana Mohan
Chekele - Ribin Richard ft. Archana Mohan
New Voice Sample
New Voice Sample

Jingles/Projects

As a recording vocalist, I have worked on a variety of commercial projects, lending my voice to advertising jingles and television productions across different platforms. My work includes recordings for brands such as MakeMyTrip, Godrej No.1, Aditya Birla Group, Clinic Plus, Bandhan Mutual Fund, Whitetone, Santoor, FINGERS, LIC, Mahindra Thar, and Ashok Leyland, among others.

I have also contributed vocals to television productions including Taarak Mehta Ka Chhota Chashma, Jijaji Chhat Par Koi Hai, Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga, Punyashlok Ahilyabai, Suhagan Chudail, and Maati Se Bandhi Dor.

Selected recordings and samples of my work can be explored below.

LIC Progressive (Tamil)
LIC Progressive (Tamil)
Clinic Plus
Clinic Plus
Mahindra Thar (Tamil)
Mahindra Thar (Tamil)
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost (English)
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost (English)

Live Performer

Archana Mohan Showreel
Archana Mohan Showreel
Live Performance
Live Performance
Live Performance
Live Performance
Live Performance
Live Performance

Student Voices

"My grandchildren were introduced to Hindustani Classical music by Archana when they were aged 7 and 9 years respectively." I could not ask for a better teacher as she was patient, encouraging and used multiple techniques to get them respond to her positively. Archana was initially my teacher and she was compassionate with me as an adult beginner. She emboldened me to venture into a journey of Western Voice Culture and to then seamlessly slide into singing Hindi, Tamil and English songs.

Kolluru Gitanjali (Bangalore)

"Archana is a patient but firm teacher, who has been able to engage Advay from when he was a fidgety 8 year old till date." She conveys concepts of notes, taal and raag to Advay in a manner that is easy for him to understand, and at the same time challenging enough for him to be excited by it.

Aarti Sevilimedu (Hyderabad)

"Archana has been a great teacher, who has helped me immensely with her passion and dedication towards singing & teaching." She is very knowledgeable and experienced and has helped me to improve my singing voice and move through obstacles over the past few months.

Serena Hayat (United Kingdom)

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