The British Accent & Pronunciation Workshop: Introducing the Basics, Victoria Library & Westminster Business Library, London, 1 July 2023

Learn the accent spoken by BBC newsreaders, presenters, journalists, and the top British actors in Hollywood.
About this Event

Do people often fail to understand you even though your grammar is correct? Do you wish to speak English with a more native-like accent that is easy for people to understand? Perhaps you can write grammatically correct sentences, but when it comes to conversation you have difficulty communicating due to poor pronunciation and intonation?

Whether you are a business person involved in high-stakes negotiations or a student giving presentations, communicating clearly and effectively is essential.

The aim of this workshop is to give students the necessary tools and knowledge to help them improve their English pronunciation and listening skills. Students will be introduced to the phonemes of English and the International Phonetic Alphabet. Following this, we will compare and practice the pronunciation of vowels, consonants, and basic sentence structures.

The teaching methods used take into consideration the linguistic background of the students. The way we use our articulators (mouth, tongue. lips and facial muscles), and the way in which we aspirate sounds tends to vary from one language to another. Developing this awareness is a fundamental step to adopting more native-like English pronunciation.

This workshop will also explore accelerated learning techniques to help students develop the necessary tools and thinking patterns to help them develop native-like pronunciation.

After the workshop, participants will be welcome to join us for a drink at a nearby coffee shop.

This workshop is mainly aimed at non-native English speakers and ESL (English Second Language) students. Whether you are a student or a working adult, everyone is welcome to attend from beginners to advanced. This pronunciation class focuses on RP which stands for "Received Pronunciation".

FAQs

Who can attend this event?

The main target audience is non-native English speakers of all levels. However, anyone is welcome to attend.

How do I get there?

The nearest stations are Victoria Station and Sloane Square Station. Please try and arrive at least ten minutes before the start of the workshop.

What should I bring to the event?

Handouts will be given but please bring a notepad and pen if you wish to take notes.

How can I contact the organizer?

Please contact the organizer via the contact form. Contact number available once checkout is completed.

What's the refund policy?

Due to limited places, refunds are not offered. However, tickets can be transferred to the name of another person free of charge.

If you cannot make it for any unforeseeable reason, tickets may be transferred to a future event (subject to the availability of places).

Do `I have to bring a printed ticket to the event?

No. We just need to know the name the ticket is reserved under.

Is it okay if the name on the ticket doesn't match the person who attends?

That's not a problem. You just have to know the name.

Are tickets available at the door?

Tickets can be purchased at the door for £25 subject to availability. Seating is extremely limited. Therefore, purchasing in advance is highly recommended.

What's the difference between this introductory workshop and the three-part in-depth workshop?

The three-part in-depth workshop is limited to six participants, spans three separate dates and aims to teach all the fundamentals from the basic phonemes to natural rhythm and intonation. We recommend attending the introductory workshop first, however, it is not essential. Details can be found on the homepage.

Do you provide private tuition?

Yes, please contact me directly for a free consultation.

Do you have online courses/self-study materials?

Yes, I offer two online courses with lifetime access:

https://receivedpronunciation.thinkific.com/collections

Do you offer private group workshops?

Yes, please contact me for more information.

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