We can consciously harness the benefits of the musical qualities of the English language and the voice to create greater fluency
As well as strengthening fluency and pronunciation, familiarity with native English speaker rhythm and intonation enhances listening skills and student understanding of the spoken language.
A course that can be tailored and structured for all levels from B1 to C2.
Syllable-timed & Stress-timed languages
Spanish is a syllable-timed language, meaning that much of the rhythm of the spoken language depends on the division of the sentence into the number of syllables that constitute the phrases and words that we are using.
In contrast, English is a stress-timed (or stress-based timed) language, which means that the rhythm and melodic qualities of a native English speaker’s speech stem from the stress and the intonation of the language, phrases and sentences associated with the ideas and the meaning that we are communicating.
The rhythmic and musical qualities of the English language shape pronunciation, group ideas and allow us to communicate with efficiency the meaning of our words. For native speakers, a large proportion of what we say is communicated and understood without our listeners having to consciously decode or process the bulk of the information. This course helps learners develop these native speaker communication skills.
The course bolsters fluency and confidence in your English language communication skills, bringing you closer to your audience in all areas of your professional or personal life.
Key elements of the course:
- Singing in English with a native English musician, singer and voice coach.
- Grouping, linking & elision.
- Pronunciation & intonation techniques.
- Consonant sounds that bridge words /w/ /j/ /r/.
- Professional vocal techniques and voice resonance (Signature Note).
- Strengthening the sound and clarity of the voice through active listening.
- Using the rhythm & melody of speech to enhance delivery and reduce unnecessary thinking.
- Using rhythm, melody & language to playfully communicate our ideas.
What students will gain from this course:
- Greater confidence & fluency in spoken English.
- Enhancement and deeper understanding of the rhythm and flow of the native speaker delivery.
- Assimilation & practice of new linguistic abilities and vocabulary.
- Strengthening of their active listening skills & understanding of spoken English.
- A stronger and more resonant voice in English.
