Voice, fluency and self-presentation for speakers of other languages

We will work on the vocal instrument, encompassing self-confidence, presentation skills, tension-free sound and economy of effort.

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Key course information

Dates
27/04/12 - 29/06/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:30 - 20:30

Fees
Full fee: £119
Senior fee: £119
Concession: £57

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DE031*

Availability
Contact department

Interview required before you can enrol

Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

Call 020 7492 2542 or drama@citylit.ac.uk

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Course outline

What is the course about?

To enable you to:
Converse more fluently and confidently in English, and be more easily understood by native English speakers.
Develop a free fluent and expressive voice.
Express your intentions with clarity in both professional and social situations.

What topics will we cover?

Physical release for posture and alignment.
Exploration and development of breath and its connection to voice.
Development of resonance, and pitch
Awareness and exploration of articulation, intonation and stress.

Themes and projects (to be negotiated during the first session) may include: reading aloud (poetry, prose or
play text), telling an anecdote/story, lecturing, improvised conversation, role-playing, business presentation.
Within this frame-work the tutor will aim to accommodate the specific needs of individual students.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Demonstrate an awareness of the body and its effect on the voice.
Establish a personal programme to develop relaxation and vocal release.
Develop improved breath capacity and support, resonance, pitch range and articulation.
Communicate and interact with confidence and fluency in both formal and informal situations.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have a ready understanding of spoken English, and be able to communicate fluently.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
Speak English fluently.
Communicate in group situations.
Give and receive constructive feedback.
Read and respond to a range of texts.
Take course notes for your own use.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Group, pair and individual work exploring personal key issues through improvisation and role-play.
Individual presentation of a variety of prepared material – either read, or spoken from memory: subject matter to be negotiated with individual feedback and notes. You will not be required to do more than 2 hours’ preparation per week at home
You will be encouraged from day one to analyse and support your fellow students’ work through positive feed-back and constructive criticism.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Hand-outs are supplied by the tutor.
Please wear comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes and bring a small hand-mirror; a note-book and pen. (Library membership is free and recommended.)
Suggested reading:
‘Your Voice and How to Use it Successfully’: Cicely Berry
‘The Right to Speak’: Patsy Rodenburg
‘The Voice Book’: Michael McCallion.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will have opportunities to present prepared material of your own choice or speak spontaneously on a specified topic, with immediate feedback from the tutor and fellow students and in this way reinforce your own learning.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

It depends on your specific area of interest, and on your level of fluency.
For further voice work:
‘Technical Voice Production ESOL.
For further development of your presentation skills:
any one of the vocally orientated Business Presentation Skills/Public Speaking courses.
For further development of personal confidence:
perhaps an ‘Introduction to Acting’ course.
For Standard English Pronunciation:
English Pronunciation Stage 1.
All the above courses are available within the Drama, Dance and Speech Department.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
13/01/12 to 30/03/12	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	12 weeks	£143	£143	£69	DE030	Full	» Select
27/04/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	10 weeks	£119	£119	£57	DE031	Contact department	» Select
16/09/11 to 09/12/11	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	13 weeks	£143	£143	£69	DE029	Finished	» Select