The Elocution/Accent Softening and Voice-Coaching Language Studio

The Elocution/Accent Softening and Voice-Coaching Language Studio ELOCUTION CLASSES I trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School not only in accent and dialect work but also in RP, elocution and voice production for stage.

Accent, dialect, elocution and public speaking coach helping professionals and actors communicate with clarity and confidence.
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🌐 voiceandelocution-ap.com Since 2008, I have been teaching a lot of RP, elocution and clarity classes myself. I have been teaching a range of non native English Speakers who want to change/soften their accent to fit in more at their place of work, and also helped them to produce a more English/RP sound.I have also been teaching students skills in how to communicate more effectively in terms of presentations etc in their businesses. Additionally I've been teaching native English speakers who want to change their accent to fit in, not only socially with the RP speakers around them, but also in business situations such as how to communicate effectively at meetings and in other work related situations. My classes will help the you, with: learning RP/BBC English, the softening of your accent; speech clarity work and effective communication skills. This is done through the teaching of the correct formation of all the vowel and consonant sounds of the English language or RP speech. My classes will allow you do this with precision and ease. My classes also cover correct intonation and stress patterns to get a true English or RP sound. I offer one to one classes which are usually an hour in length. After just one session you will immediately start making progress. My methods include the teaching of phonetics, showing you the correct shaping of your mouth and lips and your placement of the tongue in relation to the teeth in order to produce the sounds of English/RP with complete clarity and understanding. ACCENT/DIALECT COACHINGI mainly teach accents to actors for any accent work they require for auditions or projects in TV, Film, Theatre and Radio. Each person I teach goes away from my classes feeling more confident in their accent work and indeed achieving their goals of being proficient in a new accent.Sample List of Accents Regional American (New York, Yiddish, Southern etc)English (Cockney, London, RP, Liverpool, Yorkshire, Manchester, West Country/Sommerset, Geordie, Birmingham etc.)ScottishIrish (Southern and Northern)WelshPolishSpanishGermanAustrianFrenchRussianAustralianNew ZealandJamaicanIndianI am a sensitive teacher with strong people and teaching skills, who gets results and helps his students to achieve their goals effectively. I am extremely passionate about accents and in indeed coaching them. I am able to help students to get somewhere with their voice work from their very first session. I have a large understanding of the difference between a range of accents and can currently do over 25 different accents convincingly myself. This in turn aids my complete understanding of how many accents differ from each other and my ability to teach students another one from their own. For more information on the classes please visit www.voiceandelocution.com

17/09/2026

How can you produce the /aʊ/ sound clearly in words such as “house”? 🏠

While filming in Portugal, an interesting house in the background provided the perfect backdrop for this pronunciation tip.

Claire Foy once shared on The Graham Norton Show that a dialect coach on The Crown used the phrase “dirty house mouse” to help the actors find the sound and settle into the accent.

It’s a memorable phrase that I also use with my clients—and it really works!

Start with an open mouth and then gradually round your lips as the vowel moves forward: /aʊ/.

Try it yourself: “dirty house mouse.” 👑🐭

01/07/2026

How clearly can you say the famous Peter Piper tongue twister? 👀

Tongue twisters aren’t just for fun—they’re one of my favourite ways to warm up before a presentation, meeting or speech.

The goal isn’t simply to speak fast. The real challenge is to stay clear as you increase your speed.

Give it a go and let me know… did you manage it first time? 😄👇

01/07/2026

Is the letter H pronounced aitch or haitch?

In this short video, I explain the traditional British pronunciation and why so many people get confused

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29/06/2026

One small change makes your English sound smoother

A tiny pronunciation change can make your English sound much more natural. Instead of separating each letter, connect the sounds together: DLR. Try it next time you’re in London!

11/06/2026

Can You Say LEARN Correctly?

Behind me in Bexhill I spotted a sign saying “Learn To Sail” — a great opportunity to talk about one of the trickiest English vowel sounds: /ɜː/.

Many languages don’t have this sound, so learners often replace it with other vowels.

Try these:

• Learn to sail
• Learn that skill
• We learn every day

28/05/2026

Title: Lift or Elevator? 🇬🇧🇺🇸

In Britain we usually say “lift”, whereas in the US it’s “elevator” 🇬🇧🇺🇸

Small differences in pronunciation, vocabulary and rhythm can have a big impact on clarity and natural communication 😊

📩 DM me for pronunciation, clarity and communication coaching.

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27/05/2026

Today’s pronunciation tip from Canary Wharf 🇬🇧

Behind me is the impressive Revolut building — but how do we actually pronounce “Revolut” clearly in British English?

Small pronunciation details can make a big difference to clarity and confidence.

For accent coaching, pronunciation training and public speaking:
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26/05/2026

What’s the difference between sun and son in standard British pronunciation?

Actually… there isn’t one ☀️

They’re homophones — words with different meanings but exactly the same pronunciation.

A relaxed jaw helps create the main vowel sound clearly and naturally in RP pronunciation.

For information on my accent, pronunciation and public speaking coaching:

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24/05/2026

Fish and chips 🇬🇧 one of Britain’s most iconic foods… but can you pronounce it like a Brit?

For information on my pronunciation, accent and public speaking coaching:
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23/05/2026

“I see the sea 🌊👀

‘See’ and ‘sea’ are pronounced exactly the same in English — they’re homophones.

A slight smile can help create a clearer /iː/ vowel sound.



Option 2 — slightly more viral

“Wait… there’s NO pronunciation difference between ‘see’ and ‘sea’? 🌊

A simple smile can instantly help make this vowel sound clearer.

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