YOUR VOICE, YOUR STORY
Lyia Meta
Currently offering online classes only.
A Personal Invitation
"Have you ever thought about teaching singing?”
“You should teach—you’d be incredible at it!”
Over the years, I’ve heard these words more times than I can count.
The truth is, I always wanted to share what I’ve learned—but life on stage,
in the studio, and across continents kept me moving.
On rare occasions, I did agree to teach, when time and circumstance allowed,
and each experience reminded me how powerful it can be to pass on knowledge.
Now, I’m finally making space to do just that.
Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned performer,
if you're searching for your voice,
I’d be honored to help you discover it.
About Me
I’m a recording and performing artist with an international career that spans
jazz, adult contemporary, blues, and genre-bending projects.
I’ve performed in parts of the U.S., as well as in India and across Southeast Asia,
collaborating with GRAMMY®-recognized producers and award-winning songwriters along the way.
But beyond the accolades and the albums, what has always driven me is this:
the human voice.
Its depth, its honesty, its power to reveal who we are.
As a vocalist, songwriter, producer, and visual artist,
I strive to bring authenticity, vision, and vocal excellence to everything I create.
I'm honored to be a GRAMMY® voting member and to have been a featured artist on the
GRAMMY®-nominated album The Fury by Antonio Vergara.
My sound doesn’t fit neatly into one category.
With a cross-genre appeal rooted in jazz pop, traditional pop, vocal jazz, blues,
rock, country, soul, traditional R&B, adult contemporary, gothic rock, and symphonic metal,
I blend emotional depth with musical diversity in every performance.
Each song is a reflection of the journey—of who I am and who I continue to become.
Why I Teach
Because I know what it’s like to carry a voice inside you—and not know what to do with it.
Because someone once believed in me.
Because every voice matters.
And because it's your time to be heard.
Voice. Artistry. Creative Integrity.
Creative Chapters
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Released 2 full-length albums, 5 EPs, and over 30 singles
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Been featured on 7+ international compilation albums
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Collaborated with artists and producers across Asia, the U.S., and Europe
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Performed in Nashville, Los Angeles, India, Texas, and my native Malaysia
Milestones and Moments
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Over 40 international awards for vocal performance in multiple genres, songwriting, production, and artistry
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Nominations at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (Jazz), International Portuguese Music Awards, and listing in the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
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Wins at the Global Music Awards, LIT Music Awards, and World Entertainment Awards, Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards, Cannes World Film Festival and Hollywood Gold Awards among others.
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Features in Rolling Stone India, Billboard Magazine AR, FAULT Magazine UK, Reader's Digest UK and many others.
Voice and Vision
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I am an exhibited visual artist, with artwork held in private collections around the world.
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I am a graduate of the Sheffield School of Interior Design (now NYIAD).
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I have authored two books:
UNFOLD, BREAK, REBUILD, FIND YOURSELF – a personal guide to resilience and reinvention. -
ALL IN, NO NET – a candid journey through life on stage
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Classically trained, I was awarded the Grade 8 Singing Performance Certificate with Distinction from Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
Vocal Coaching — The Lyia Meta Way
“This is not about singing by numbers. It’s about finding the voice that’s yours alone.”
My approach to vocal coaching is rooted in lived experience.
My sessions are crafted to uncover truth in voice and unlock deeper levels of performance, creativity, and identity.
Unlock Your Musical Potential — One Tile at a Time
Each tile highlights a key area we’ll dive into, guiding you step-by-step toward confidence, creativity, and musical growth.
Vocal Identity
Coaching Sessions
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Discover your true, unique voice
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Cultivate tone, phrasing, and vocal character
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Move away from imitation into personal individuality
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Build lasting confidence through authentic expression
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Connect emotionally and tell your story through song
Performance and Presence
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Strengthen your deep emotional connection to your material.
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Learn to confidently command a stage with poise, and presence.
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Translate genuine authenticity into lasting and powerful impact.
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Fully embody the story and emotion behind every song you sing.
Artistic Development
Genre Versatility
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Refine your personal creative vision with clarity.
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Elevate interpretations of your own or others’ work.
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Learn to shape a compelling narrative through performance.
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Train your voice to adapt naturally across styles.
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Stay grounded while exploring jazz, blues, pop, and fusion.
Stage and Studio Readiness
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Build lasting vocal stamina and refined technique for your unique sound
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Rehearse with focused purpose for both stage and studio
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Adapt your vocal delivery to any space or performance setting
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Gain authentic confidence in both studio and live performance
Coaching Packages
The Spark
1 x 45-minute session – Discovery & Vocal Identity Assessment
A focused session to assess where you are and where you could go.
We'll explore your vocal strengths, challenges, and stylistic goals.
Ideal for performers, presenters, or anyone seeking vocal clarity.
RM 160
Introductory price USD 35
(normal price USD 50)
For The Joy of It
1-on-1 Sessions – Singing for Self-Discovery & Enjoyment
You don’t have to be a performer to enjoy singing. These sessions are designed for anyone who wants to explore music in a relaxed, supportive space—no pressure, no expectations. We focus on enjoyment, expression, and building confidence through your own voice.
RM 160 per session
USD 50 per session (45 minutes)
The Artist
4 x 45-minute sessions per month – Deep Dive Mentorship
Includes ongoing guidance, coaching, repertoire support, and detailed performance feedback.
Perfect for serious artists intentionally building toward a release or career milestone.
RM 680
USD 175
Artistry and Identity Coaching
Reflective Sessions – Finding Your Voice, On Your Terms
These conversations go beyond technique to help you explore what makes you you as an artist. Perfect for those in transition, or those seeking clarity in their creative direction. We’ll talk through artistic values, decision-making, vocal identity, and how to stay true to your sound in a noisy world.
RM 200 per session
USD 50 per session (45 minutes)
Studio Ready
3 x 45-minute sessions – Vocal Stamina & Performance Resilience
Build the vocal control, endurance, and mindset needed to bring your best into the studio or any high-pressure performance setting. Tailored exercises and practical feedback help you stay grounded and expressive when it matters most.
RM 510
USD 125
Style and Interpretation Sessions
Bringing a Song to Life—Across Genres
As a song stylist, you know it’s not just about singing the notes—it’s about how you deliver them. These sessions are for singers who want to explore emotional nuance, phrasing, and stylistic choices across jazz, blues, adult contemporary, pop, and more.
We'll focus on how to shape a song in a way that feels true to your voice, while respecting the heart of the material.
Whether you’re exploring standards, modern originals, or cross-genre interpretations, this is where you learn to live inside the song.
RM 250 per session
USD 100 per session (1 hour)
TESTIMONIALS
"I have a background as a vocalist and appreciate what it takes to get it “right”.
A lot goes into being able to breathe, articulate, enunciate, and get the tone right where you want it.
Lyia has dedicated herself to become a premiere entertainer.
In addition to assisting in skills such as how to breathe,
how to enunciate and tone control, which are essential for any singer,
she can assist as a mentor to focus and develop empowerment, self-reliance, and resilience.
She would be an outstanding mentor.
If you are lucky enough to have her as a mentor/coach, I assure you,
the results will be more than you thought possible.”
Gail A Young
Vocalist, Performer
"As a songwriter in Los Angeles, I am pleased to recommend Lyia Meta as a vocal coach and mentor.
Lyia and I have been collaborating as a for five years and in all of my pitches for any commercial usage,
the enthusiasm and response to her performances is unbelievable.
Lyia is the hardest working musician I know and is always in motion.
Her dedication to her craft is unparalleled and over-succeeds at everything she attempts.
To have Lyia as a teacher or mentor would be a rare opportunity and a gift.
Not only is she a singer, songwriter, producer and musician,
Lyia is schooled in the music business and craft allowing her to go in any and every direction that a student or mentee would want.
Creative and adaptive and incredibly talented.
If Lyia was in Los Angeles, applicants would be knocking down her door!"
Denise Dimin
Songwriter, Aficionado, Cultural Supporter
“As a retired teacher and donor to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, the Pasadena Symphony, and Pasadena Conservatory of Music, I recognize when someone has both the gift and the heart to teach. Lyia Meta brings a rare blend of real world experience, artistic excellence, and emotional insight to her coaching. She doesn’t just train voices — she nurtures potential.”
Gail Rolf
Retired Educator
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