I am so happy to write this review! Working with Taj as my voice coach has been incredibly rewarding and fun. I came to him hoping to strengthen my untrained voice, but the experience turned out to be much deeper than that. Taj blends traditional vocal training with somatic techniques that help you understand how the body, breath, and mind all influence your voice. This approach really resonates with me and his coaching helped me unlock range and power I didn't realize I had. He's also an incredibly warm and patient teacher. In our sessions he is always super engaged and supportive vs. rigid, which made it much easier to relax into the learning process. It gave me permission to explore, and quickly lost that initial self-conscious feeling of fully dropping into the work with him. I'm really grateful to Taj for the amazing progress we have made and would absolutely recommend him to anyone interested in voice work. read more

Working with Taj was such a great experience! He is extremely knowledgeable and offered me a comfortable and comforting environment to engage with my voice in new and challenging ways. In addition to teaching me the technical side of things, Taj believed in my ability to sing songs and hit notes I didn't think I could. He reminded me to just go for it and helped me remember how much I enjoy singing. read more

I cannot sing enough praises (pun intended!) for my incredible voice teacher, Taj! After a lifelong struggle to master my mixed voice (connecting the tonal quality of my upper and lower registers), I came to Taj's studio with a longing to do so, but with an assumption it was a skill I sadly would never be able to learn. But working with Taj changed everything. From the very first lesson, he made me feel comfortable and understood. He took the time to assess my current skills and really listened to my vocal history and goals. His keen ear and insightful feedback pinpointed exactly what I needed to work on. What sets Taj apart is his unique ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes them accessible and easy to understand. He broke down the mechanics of mixed voice in a way that *finally* made sense to me, and the tailored exercises he gave me were transformative. I could feel my voice improving with each session. Thanks to Taj, I am now lightyears further down the path of learning to sing with a strong, balanced mixed voice. This has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for my singing. Taj even helped me choose and prepare a repertoire to sing for a solo voice recital I did last December; it was incredible to experience the culmination of so much of our work together during that process! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned singer, I highly recommend Taj to anyone looking to take their vocal skills to the next level. Taj--Thank you for helping me find my voice and for being such an inspirational teacher! :) read more

Taj is one of the most skilled and thoughtful vocal instructors I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I've made so much progress in just a few months of working together. Taj's gift for troubleshooting technique problems and coaching individuals to their best performance is second to none. Definitely someone I would recommend to a serious vocal student hoping to get their chops up. read more

Can't say enough good things about Taj. He's a very talented and patient instructor with a lot of tools at his disposal to get me to my singing potential. I built up a lot of bad habits from not having a voice coach all this time, but he's helped me recognize them and remedy them one by one. Now I'm singing with much more confidence and he even got me to participate in my first ever voice recital. I've had an amazing time with Taj and I really look forward to continuing to work with him. I recommend him whether you are a total beginner or an experienced singer looking for some fine tuning. read more

Taj is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend him. I originally started lessons because I wanted help projecting my voice. Because I had trouble projecting my voice, I would often get interrupted on phone calls or meetings... which I absolutely hated. I would also start to lose my voice if I had back to back meetings because I was just using my voice incorrectly. After a few lessons with Taj, there was a noticeable difference. I stopped losing my voice and I was able to really use my voice well - I was able to project with ease. It significantly improved my confidence levels. Even though we achieved what I wanted in a few weeks, I decided to continue with lessons because I really enjoyed singing and it built my confidence even more. You won't regret your lessons with Taj - you'll see results quickly and you'll singing abilities will constantly progress. read more

I have been taking vocal lessons with Taj for one and a half years, which has been an exceptional experience. I was always interested in singing but never received formal training and didn't know if I had the capacity to sing. Taj quickly identified the unique areas needing improvement, while helping me to understand that every voice is different and learn how to lean into my strengths. Within a month I was able to use my instrument in ways I didn't know were possible, and have seen steady improvement since. Taj not only knows how the voice works on a mechanistic level (breathing and space), but also coached me on the frame of mind to help artistic expression (creativity and confidence/nerves). Now, I am able to hit notes without straining and control my voice in ways I couldn't have imagined. (And the additional awareness/control of my nervous system is a huge added benefit!) I've thoroughly enjoyed the pathway towards unlocking my voice. read more

Taj has been my vocal coach since 2020. I've always loved singing and decided to dedicate some time to practice and really get better as a gift to myself. By working with Taj, I've been able to expand my musical range vocally and emotionally. Taj is able to explain vocal cord mechanisms so clearly, and it makes such a huge difference in my singing. I've become really in tune with my body and how it supports my voice. Also, Taj gets me to think about not just the notes in the sheet music but the emotion behind the notes and the words (which I'm still working on - singing is a really vulnerable art!). Our lessons focus on songs that I want to explore and master but he has also given me songs from different genres that challenge me. He even helped me with a personal recording project that I've developed for my dance group. Taj is easy to work with and is a great guide and teacher for all who are looking to improve themselves vocally. I wholeheartedly recommend him if you're looking for a teacher! read more

I was referred to Taj by a mutual friend and have been working with him for about a year now. I had a musical background, but had never taken voice lessons before. His approach incorporates breathing, mind, and body awareness into singing. He has helped me recognize some habits I have developed and has taught me how to use proper technique and adjustments to hit notes I didn't know I could hit before. The way he teaches is easy to follow and he uses various concepts to help me understand the voice. Taj has helped me prepare for auditions and has given suggestions for songs as well as has given me helpful tips on with caring for my voice and performance tips. Taj has been a patient, kind, and knowledgeable mentor giving me feedback and support in my vocal and performing journey. There was a point where I listened to the improvements of my voice and cried joyful tears to hear how much I have grown since I started working with him. Would recommend taking lessons with him. read more

I could honestly not recommend Taj enough! I used to lose my voice ALL the time after singing, but within a few months working with Taj, I was able to build up my vocal stamina to the point where I could belt rock music for 3 hours and still have a voice. He introduced me to my mix, and improved my range like crazy - I can sing notes I didn't even know were possible for me to sing! And aside from that, he's an incredibly patient and generous guy all around! There is no one I trust more than Taj - if you're looking for a top notch vocal coach, you found him! read more

I went from singing like a frog to singing like an angel thanks to this angel! Taj is a wonderful, kind, patient instructor.

I have been taking weekly lessons with Taj for about 6 months. I came in with zero singing experience, and I really didn't sing well. After six months, I can actually sing songs in tune! Taj lessons are practical, and he gives a ton of exercises to practice each week. The lessons build on each other and flow well throughout the program. Every lesson is recorded for review, which is important because there is a lot of material and going back is great for practice in case you forget! Taj is a great teacher. He breaks down all of the technical details, answers all questions in detail, and listens attentively. When I don't understand something, or feel like I am doing something wrong, he is always able to pinpoint my issues to get me through difficulties. Taj also made me feel comfortable practicing right away. I was pretty nervous because I was a bad singer, and I didn't know if I want to sing in front of someone, much less a professional singer. From the first lesson, I felt completely comfortable singing in front of him and we eased into singing songs. I felt really confident by the time we started working on the first song, which was important for my personal growth being comfortable singing. I have also learned to read music much better! It's made me a better musician overall. I play guitar, and he has made a point to include it in my lessons to help me learn how to sing with my guitar. Overall, I couldn't recommend Taj more. He is incredibly knowledgeable, talented, and clearly puts a lot of time developing his programs for each student. He is certainly great for new singers, and I bet he is great for experienced singers too. read more

Working with Taj for the past year and a half has been an amazing experience. I have learned so much about my voice, my vocal range, proper technique, and most importantly about myself as a person and artist. Taj is extremely knowledgeable, has a lot of experience, and is very personable. He always makes you feel comfortable which is a huge part of being able to open up and sing. He is good at breaking things down so that you can really understand and apply them and he really personalizes what he teaches you to fit your style, preferences, needs, and goals. I had some vocal experience beforehand, in a jazz choir. We mainly sang jazz music but also had a little classical exposure. I took a break from singing/ music for a few years and came back into music to learn some instruments. In the process I was lucky enough to stumble upon a cover band who needed a vocalist. I searched for a coach to help me develop my voice and I found Taj. Outside of working with Taj, I have been a part of the band for about 2-3 years now and it's only getting more and fun as my voice develops. Strengthening your voice and technique makes you a more confident singer, performer, and person. Thanks to Taj for all the help and support! I hope you consider him in your vocal journey as well, it could change your life for all the better. read more

I was referred to Taj by a mutual friend when I expressed wanting to improve my singing tone and comfortability. So far we have been working together for 2 months and I can already feel improvements with my voice. I really love how Taj approaches our lessons, starting with the physiology of how we produce sounds, moving into breath control and awareness, and introducing vocal exercises which directly develop and support healthy vocal technique. He records our lessons which is super convenient for daily practice sessions. All of these attributes create an enjoyable, safe and productive environment for vocal practice. Taj is a very kind and patient guy with a passion for teaching and vocal work. I feel like he genuinely wants me to improve and succeed with my goals. He will listen to reference tracks I send him from other artists or myself so he can provide feedback and become more familiar with the vocal/writing style I tend to gravitate towards. As a producer and songwriter this feedback is invaluable. It is extremely refreshing to have a music teacher this personable. I tend to be very inquisitive about how and why certain vocal exercises support their respective mechanics, and Taj always engages with these questions in a supportive and helpful way. This makes our lessons extremely enlightening and enjoyable. If youre looking to learn about your own voice and learn to sing better and more safely, then Taj is definitely the teacher for you. read more

I started working with Taj over the summer. I had zero experience singing other that what I did by myself like in the shower or car. I also had horrible anxiety about singing out loud. he was super chill about it, and always was trying to make things easier. I never felt judged. He legit was there to help, which is the sign of a great teacher. I highly recommend him. Such a nice guy. read more

I am the singer for a rock band and needed help with my control so I don't blast out my voice. Taj has been amazing! Super encouraging and supportive coach. He's a professional opera singer who really knows what he's doing and has helped me greatly in just a few lessons. I will definitely continue to go to Taj for guidance on my singing journey. 5+ read more

I was given some voice lessons for my birthday after my brother met Taj and was really excited about him. He is an incredible instructor - patient, knowledgeable, and fun. I knew nothing about singing before my first class and came away with such an appreciation for the art. His exercises resulted in quick improvement, even on Zoom. After just a few classes I started to really understand singing on a deeper level, recognizing tonal differences and how to use my voice. The classes fly by, because Taj is also a really caring, encouraging person. I couldn't recommend it more highly! read more

I've been taking lessons with taj for about a year now. His exercises have definitely improved my voice. They involve you making some weird noises with your mouth but they totally work! haha. He also has an impressive ear for what's going on in your throat/mouth/etc. Seems to really know his stuff. Also just a super nice, fun dude. read more

Taj is a great voice teacher and works with many styles of singing from classical to pop, just ask! I originally found him through the Hollywood Academy of Music, but Taj now offers Zoom voice lessons! I didn't really think Zoom voice lessons would be great, but we've been able to work from the convenience of home. Taj trained at UCLA in music/voice/opera and in Paris at a music school, so he really knows his vocal technique. I am so impressed that he is so detailed in his instruction and can see where students are having issues. He will take so much time assessing all the basics and can also do more advanced training. He has a really laid back but caring attitude, so that really helps. I've had a few voice teachers in LA, and none have been as good as Taj! And he can actually sing himself. Give him a try and wait a few lessons, and you will see great results!! :) Thank you, Taj, you are the best! read more