Voice and Speech
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Workshop
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Location
London
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Duration
10 Days
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Course programme
Introduction:
We offer students the opportunity to acquire a clear and well articulated vocal expression, based on Standard English (RP) pronunciation. This course is highly suitable for any non English native speakers wishing to improve their diction in English or any speaker with a strong, impeding accent.
Outline consists of
Relaxation Techniques & Voice Exercises with RP (Received Pronunciation) Practice.
The benefits of Alexander work and respiration are well-established in Drama Schools, as is the necessity for body-awareness.
Voice Exercises:Stage 1 - Working With The Body
Discovering the connection between voice, posture, and body language
Stage 2 - Working With The Breath
Developing breath support and breath connection
Freeing and placing the voice, eliminating the "push", the "trapped" voice, and the "pull-back"
Stage 3 - The Voice Workout
Capacity and control exercises
Stage 4 - RP (Pronunciation) Speech
Phonetic sounds
Facial muscle and articulation exercises
Stage 5 - The Individual Voice
Developing specific skills: range, resonance, and vocal tone, bringing a text to life, and addressing an audience with a piece of text.
Voice and Speech