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Welcome to Theia Institute of Vocal Arts, a pioneering music institution founded by acclaimed music director, singer and vocal coach Sachin Shankor Mannath, in the year 2023.

Nestled in the vibrant city of Chennai, our institute is dedicated solely to vocal training , offering a unique and specialized approach to music education.

We cater to students of all ages, providing a range of courses that foster a lifelong love of music.

From Western classical (with Trinity, ABRSM and Rockshool certification training), to Hindustani classical singing and a course focusing solely on Vocal Techniques, our programs prioritize overall vocal health and singing style.

At Theia, we believe in learning by doing, and provide ample opportunities for our students to shine. Through our regular stage performances and online recitals we empower our students to showcase their talents and grow into confident performers

Popular Course​s

Limitless learning, more possibilities

The TIVA Method – Vocal Intensive Course
Improve your singing techniques with the Popular Vocal Coach Sachin Shankor Mannath
Western Vocal Lessons – Classical, Rock and Pop
From classical to contemporary, earn your Trinity/ABRSM certification and own the stage with our Western vocal training ONLINE and OFFLINE classes available
Hindustani Music Lessons (Junior and Senior)
Beginner to advanced level Hindustani music course
Tamil Film Music Course
Gateway to singing Tamil film music with style, skill, and confidence.

Sachin Shankor Mannath Founder/Director

Sachin is an ardent music educator, film composer and performing artiste with wide range expertise in multilingual Indian and Western Classical and contemporary, folk and ghazal music. With his wide experience with different genres of music namesly Carnatic, Hindustani and Western Classical and a masters degree in Music Education from Kingston Univeristy, UK, Sachin believes in learning singing right, with the right techniques and the importance of vocal techniques in signing.
He is also the official Vocal coach of Vijay TV Super Singer from 2023. Some of his other major achievements include

- Shortlisted for the Academy Awards (2018) for Best Original Score
- Recipient of AR Rahman Scholarship from Middlesex University (2012)
- Composer of Several Feature Films like Backpackers, Vellaripattanam, Neeraja, Swayam etc.
- Featured in BBC, Oprah Winfrey Show
- Associated with Maestro AR Rahman in films and concerts

Meet Our Team

Abraham Mathew (Head Faculty, Western Vocals)
A dedicated Western Vocals Teacher, seasoned performer, and passionate music therapist. Student of Mr. Augustine Paul and also an active member of MMA
Solomon Sugunesan (Faculty, Western Vocals)
A passionate teacher who has Trinity Grade 8 certification in Western Vocals. He is a student of Mr. Augustine Paul and an active member of...
Gia Balaji (Faculty, Western Vocals)
Singer-Songwriter and trained vocalist in many styles of Western music - Pop and Rock to Western classical
Vikram D (Guru Hindustani Vocals)
Trained under Hunble Shine who is a disciple of Ustad Faiyaz Khan. He is also main music producer of maestro A.R Rahman's Qawwali team who...
Ayush Sharma (Guru Hindustani vocals)
Indian classical vocalist , graduated in Hindustani music from Faculty of Music and Fine Arts, Delhi university. He was trained under the guidance of Vishwajith...
Aditya R (Head Faculty, Tamil Film Music)
Singer, Composer, Music Producer with a diploma in Classical music with over 10 years of teaching experience
Padmavathy Muralikrishnan (Faculty, Tamil Film Music)
Classically trained as vocalist for more than 13 years under the guidance of Smt. Geetha Rajasekar.
Daisy Yensone (Faculty, Tamil Film Music)
Playback singer trained in Hindustani and Carnatic music, Top 10 Finalist in Vijay TV Super Singer Season 10
Triya Sushma
Coordinator, Teacher

What do we offer?

At Theia Institute of Vocal Arts, we aim to provide the highest quality of vocal training for beginner to professional level singers.
Our Vision is to "build a community of musicians with an emphasis on vocal Techniques, Indian Music, Playback singing and Music Education"

Student Testimonials

2820
Teaching Hours
25
TIVA Vocal Techniques Certificate
320
Students Enrolled
23
Trinity Certification

Why Choose Us?

A choice that makes the difference.

World Class

International quality curriculum and courses for students, teachers and aspiring playback singers

Learn From Industry Experts

Courses and workshops from real musicians who work actively in the Indian Film and Music Industry

Affordability

The highest quality vocal training, studio experience and performance opportunity at affordable costs

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