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Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.
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The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.
Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.
What will we cover?
Building vocal confidence
Improving posture and physical alignment
Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively
Considering the placement of your voice
Improving your vocal range
Developing your presence and communication skills.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself
Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice
Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality
Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations
Use your voice more assertively.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.
Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by resources.
You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work.
You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You may find it useful to bring a notebook and pen to the session.
Ian Taylor trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama, and works as an actor and voice artist. He now focuses on his work as a voice coach, working with actors, acting students, business people and academics on presentation skills, accents and dialects. He has taught at City Lit since 2014, and has been Head of Voice at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts since 2012.
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Lloyd Wylde is a former actor and now Voice Coach trained at LAMDA and at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama. She has worked for the Education Department at the National Theatre, Historic Palaces, Wellcome Trust and Soho Theatre, at several drama schools, and for the Royal Shakespeare Company, as well as independent work. At City Lit she has taught Actor's Voice: beginners and improvers, Communicate with confidence through voice and body language, Self-presentation skills for business people (with Nikki Kelly), Use your voice assertively, and on the Foundation Drama and Acting Diploma courses. Having worked at City Lit since 2015, Lloyd enjoys the diverse range of students that come to City Lit keen to learn. She aims to help all students achieve their potential, find and harness the power of their voice, all within a safe and fun environment. Voice is in the body and is an expression of your personality and presence. Lloyd aims to help you find out what your strength is and help yourself counter the things that might get in the way. Come and play with your voice and see what you can discover.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others. This course will be taught online. <br />
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.124.9328410Use your voice assertively179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/no_selectionInStockEveningTueKeeley StreetStarted: last chance to book5-10 weeksWeekday2025-07-08T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJul 2025Performing artsDVX072179179Use your voice assertively179125179Lloyd Wyldeuse-your-voice-assertively/dvx072-2425Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant.0010-StartedAvailable|2025-07-08 00:00:00The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.<br />
Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant.Building vocal confidence<br />
Improving posture and physical alignment<br />
Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br />
Developing the resonance in your voice<br />
Considering the placement of your voice<br />
Improving your vocal range<br />
Developing your presence and communication skills.Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself<br />
Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice<br />
Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality<br />
Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations<br />
Use your voice more assertively.You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br />
Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by hand-outs. <br />
You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work. <br />
You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.You may find it useful to bring a notebook and pen to the session.Communicate with Confidence through Voice and Body Language; Debating courses; Public Speaking: Intensive<br />
Please refer to our <br />
<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit " target="_blank"> full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.virtual1184278Use your voice assertively199199https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/no_selectionInStockEveningMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2025-09-15T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allSep 2025Performing artsDVX070199199Use your voice assertively199139199Ian Tayloruse-your-voice-assertively/dvx070-2526Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.0000-Available|2025-09-15 00:00:00The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.<br />
Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.Building vocal confidence<br />
Improving posture and physical alignment<br />
Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br />
Considering the placement of your voice<br />
Improving your vocal range<br />
Developing your presence and communication skills.Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself<br />
Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice<br />
Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality<br />
Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations<br />
Use your voice more assertively.You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br />
Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by resources. <br />
You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work. <br />
You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.You may find it useful to bring a notebook and pen to the session.Communicate with Confidence through Voice and Body Language; Debating courses; The Art of Negotiating<br />
Please refer to our <br />
<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit " target="_blank"> full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.virtual2214853Use your voice assertively179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/no_selectionInStockEveningFriKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-16T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJan 2026Performing artsDVX071179179Use your voice assertively179125179Lloyd Wyldeuse-your-voice-assertively/dvx071-2526<p>Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.</p>0000-Available|2026-01-16 00:00:00<p>The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.<br/>Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.</p><p>Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.</p><p>Building vocal confidence<br/>Improving posture and physical alignment<br/>Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br/>Developing the resonance in your voice<br/>Considering the placement of your voice<br/>Improving your vocal range<br/>Developing your presence and communication skills</p><p>Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself<br/>Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice<br/>Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality<br/>Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations<br/>Use your voice more assertively</p><p>You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br/>Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by resources.<br/>You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.</p><p>You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work.<br/>You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.</p><p>You may find it useful to bring a notepad and pen.</p><p>Communicate with Confidence through voice and body language; Debating courses; The Art of Negotiating<br/>Please refer to our<br/><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit">full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.</p>virtual179,199179,199125,139DVX072,DVX070,DVX071NONETue,Mon,Fri15/09/25 - 20/10/2519:00 - 21:3019:0021:306 sessions (over 6 weeks)65-10 weeksWeekdayKSKeeley StreetLloyd Wylde,Ian TaylorBeginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allStarted: last chance to book,Available courses2025-07-08T00:00:00+00:00,2025-09-15T00:00:00+00:00,2026-01-16T00:00:00+00:00EveningJul 2025,Sep 2025,Jan 2026Performing arts179179,199Use your voice assertivelyuse-your-voice-assertively/dvx072-2425,use-your-voice-assertively/dvx070-2526,use-your-voice-assertively/dvx071-2526Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant.,Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.,<p>Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.</p>0000-Available|2025-09-15 00:00:00The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.<br />
Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.,<p>The course will improve your vocal skills and help you to use your voice more effectively.<br/>Through a variety of vocal and physical exercises you will develop your ability to communicate more successfully, use your voice with assurance and to command vocal respect. You will be guided and supported to sound more confident; to speak expressively and vocally assert yourself whilst respecting others.</p>Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant.,Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.,<p>Do you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant. This course will be delivered in the college.</p>Building vocal confidence<br />
Improving posture and physical alignment<br />
Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br />
Developing the resonance in your voice<br />
Considering the placement of your voice<br />
Improving your vocal range<br />
Developing your presence and communication skills.,Building vocal confidence<br />
Improving posture and physical alignment<br />
Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br />
Considering the placement of your voice<br />
Improving your vocal range<br />
Developing your presence and communication skills.,<p>Building vocal confidence<br/>Improving posture and physical alignment<br/>Breathing properly to support and control your voice effectively<br/>Developing the resonance in your voice<br/>Considering the placement of your voice<br/>Improving your vocal range<br/>Developing your presence and communication skills</p>Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself<br />
Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice<br />
Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality<br />
Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations<br />
Use your voice more assertively.,<p>Describe how to use your voice as an effective expression of yourself<br/>Demonstrate confidence in your ability to communicate through your voice<br/>Identify exercises and techniques you can apply in order to maintain and improve your vocal quality<br/>Explain how to maintain vocal confidence when faced with new and/or challenging situations<br/>Use your voice more assertively</p>You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br />
Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by hand-outs. <br />
You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.,You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br />
Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by resources. <br />
You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.,<p>You should be able to follow simple verbal instructions and be prepared to work physically and vocally.<br/>Exercises will be demonstrated and work supported by resources.<br/>You should be prepared to speak in front of the group.</p>You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work. <br />
You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.,<p>You will be taught through a series of physical and vocal practical exercises. You should be prepared to work practically as an individual, in pairs, small group and whole group work.<br/>You will be given exercises to complete outside the class.</p>You may find it useful to bring a notebook and pen to the session.,<p>You may find it useful to bring a notepad and pen.</p>Communicate with Confidence through Voice and Body Language; Debating courses; Public Speaking: Intensive<br />
Please refer to our <br />
<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit " target="_blank"> full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.,Communicate with Confidence through Voice and Body Language; Debating courses; The Art of Negotiating<br />
Please refer to our <br />
<a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit " target="_blank"> full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.,<p>Communicate with Confidence through voice and body language; Debating courses; The Art of Negotiating<br/>Please refer to our<br/><a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/voice-and-speech-classes-city-lit">full sequence of voice and speech classes at City Lit (click here) </a> as you consider which area you would like to study next.</p>configurable
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