45 minutes. Trial lessons for new students.  Let's have a chat and together we can make a plan to assist you in pushing your accent goals forward!

DO NOT BOOK THIS LESSON IF YOU ARE NEW TO STUDYING WITH ME. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO CANCEL THE REQUEST AND RESUBMIT YOUR LESSON REQUEST. NO EXCEPTIONS.

These classes are for BAND C students only. Please don't book this lesson unless I have informed you that you are a Band C student.   This means that you began studying with me between July 2023 and 18th January 2024. Thanks.

Lesson start times: Lessons begin on the hour. Please only book slots that begin at :00. Not :30.

Class duration: 55 minutes. Lessons finish at .55 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.55.
                     
** No shows and lessons cancelled with 24 hours will be charged; in line with italki policy.**

British English: Accent & Pronunciation (55 minutes)  - BAND C Students Only (Students who commenced study with me between July 2023 and January 18th 2024)

Do you want your English to sound lovely to your listener? 

I have a system that works! Improve the sound of your English with a native Brit! No more trying to fake a British accent. In these classes you will learn the British accent intuitively. I will teach you, using simple methods, how to pronounce words and syllables so that your delivery of English sounds natural and convincing.

This course teaches all of the important and intricate aspects of modern Received Pronunciation and places particular focus on vowel & consonant pronunciation, word & sentence stress, connected speech and intonation; with taught practical methods for training your mouth to make those British sounds!

Students receive an initial assessment followed by training personalised to their accent and have access to hundreds of downloadable audio and visual files to assist learning. Through drilling, repetition, reading and conversation we will work together to help you achieve the accent you want. 


THIS IS FOR NEW STUDENTS. 
This lesson price is for BRAND NEW students, booking lessons after 18th July 2023. If you have booked with me before or are a current student - do not book this. Choose your correct banding from the lesson list. 

Lesson start times: Lessons begin on the hour. Please only book slots that begin at :00. Not :30.

Class duration: 55 minutes. Lessons finish at .55 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.55.      

** No shows and lessons cancelled with 24 hours will be charged; in line with italki policy.**

British English: Accent & Pronunciation (55 minutes)  -  (NEW STUDENTS: Students commencing study with me from 19th January 2024)

In these lessons students develop their vocal style by exploring various pronunciation techniques and styles. Students develop confidence in their singing by exploring and practising skills and techniques that assist in their confidence to sing in English. 

These lessons are specifically for English learners who want to improve their singing in English, as well as wanting to improve their vocal technique and diction. 

Topics include: 

Sentence stress & rhythm 
Tone & pitch 
Vibrato 
Aspirated consonants 
Open vowels 
Bright & warm singing
Vocal warm-up exercises
Vocal ranges 
Breath control 

Before our first lesson I will ask you to prepare a verse and chorus of a song of your choice. I will then give you feedback and discuss what we can do to improve your voice. 

Learning with me is fun, so book a lesson now and let’s get learning! 

**Nicky is a former professional singer who has performed at various venues across London, as well as at prestigious recording studios and the private homes of the U.K.’s rich and famous.**

Lesson start times: Lessons begin on the hour. Please only book slots that begin at :00. Not :30.

Class duration: 55 minutes. Lessons finish at .55 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.55.

** No-shows and lessons cancelled with 24 hours will be charged; in line with italki policy.**

British English: Pronunciation, Diction and Vocal Expression for Aspiring Singers

Improve your child’s prospects by improving their English accent!

The British accent has changed quite a lot over the last 50 years and hardly anyone speaks ‘The Queen’s English’, yet children around the world are still being taught very old and even incorrect English pronunciation at school, leading to the child having to seek accent reduction classes when they are older. 

I have a system that works brilliantly for aspiring young English speakers. Using my child-friendly system, the children learn the sounds of British English using a variety of methods and approaches that are fun, effective, intuitive and child-centred.  

It is important that children enjoy what they are learning, therefore my approach to teaching children accent reduction is based on fun, engagement, trust and autonomy.  It is important to note that I do not believe in pushing children too hard, as I feel that this is unhealthy for the child in the short and long-term.  Therefore if you are looking for a ‘strict’ English teacher… it probably isn’t me. 

Using a variety of methods including fun tongue-twisters, reading, quizzes and games your child will learn the  British Accent intuitively, and given their age, it is likely that their accent will be permanent and remain with them throughout their lives. 

The children have access to my online practise portal, meaning that they have instant access to their learning materials on mobile, tablet or computer. Very convenient!

Schedule a lesson and let’s get learning! 

Ages: 6-15
Level: A2 Minimum

Class duration: 
45-minute lessons: 40 minutes. Lessons finish at 40 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.40.  
60-minute lessons: 55 minutes. Lessons finish at 55 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.55.

Please choose 40 minute lessons.

Please attend on time.     

** No shows and lessons cancelled with 24 hours will be charged; in line with italki policy.**

Lesson start times: Lessons begin on the hour. Please only book slots that begin at :00. Not :30.

British English: Accent & Pronunciation FOR KIDS

DO NOT BOOK THIS LESSON IF YOU ARE NEW TO STUDYING WITH ME. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO CANCEL THE REQUEST AND RESUBMIT YOUR LESSON REQUEST. NO EXCEPTIONS.

These classes are for BAND B students only. Please don't book this lesson unless I have informed you that you are a Band B student.   This means that you began studying with me between between June 2022 and July 2023.

Lesson start times: Lessons begin on the hour. Please only book slots that begin at :00, not :30.

Class duration: 55 minutes. Lessons finish at .55 minutes past the hour. E.g. 09.55.
                     
** No shows and lessons cancelled with 24 hours will be charged; in line with italki policy.**

British English: Accent & Pronunciation (55 minutes) - BAND B STUDENTS ONLY (Students who commenced study with me between June 2022 and July 2023)

These classes are for legacy students only. Please don't book unless you are a legacy student.   This means that you began studying with me before April 2021. Thanks.

* If you studied with me before April 2021 and haven't taken a class with me in the last year, you will be placed in Band B.