About Me
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
Western Contemporary
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
Chekele - Ribin Richard ft. Archana Mohan
Tu Muskura - Yuvvraaj
You Are the Reason (Cover) - English
New Voice Sample
Jingles/Projects
As a recording vocalist, I’ve had the chance to let my voice travel across stories, screens, and soundtracks. From advertising to television, it has found its way into campaigns for MakeMyTrip, Godrej No.1, Aditya Birla Group, Clinic Plus, Bandhan Mutual Fund, Santoor, FINGERS, LIC, Mahindra Thar, and Ashok Leyland.
It has also lived within characters and narratives on screen, through shows like Taarak Mehta Ka Chhota Chashma, Jijaji Chhat Par Koi Hai, Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga, Punyashlok Ahilyabai, Suhagan Chudail, and Maati Se Bandhi Dor.
LIC Progressive (Tamil)
Clinic Plus
Mahindra Thar (Tamil)
Ashok Leyland Bada Dost
Live Performer
On stage, my voice finds a different space, shared in the moment and shaped by the people I perform with. I’ve had the opportunity to perform live alongside artists such as Shankar Mahadevan, Sanjeev Thomas (guitarist with A. R. Rahman), Baiju Dharmajan (lead guitarist of Motherjane and Baiju Dharmajan Syndicate), and Sylvester Pradeep.
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.
"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.
"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.