PRIVATE COACHING
Whether you are completely new to the delights of the French language and wish to build solid foundations or quickly boost your confidence, or you are already experienced and wish to solidify and refine your skills and go deep in detail: I will adapt to your needs and tailor my coaching to your goals.
Pronunciation and phonetics
From basic pronunciation tools that a singer can rely on in their practice and performance, to a deep understanding of how sounds are formed in French and how these mechanisms may differ from your native tongue.
Style and Phrasing
A key to mastering expressive phrasing of a piece is understanding word and sentence stresses, liaisons and rhythmic nuances in order to sound natural and gain a deeper connection to meaning. This will emerge from the text to serve the music and open up interpretation possibilities, allowing you to reach your audience more authentically.
Vocal health and efficiency
Diction should never get in the way of an efficient and healthy vocal technique, but rather, it should integrate it.
Drawing from my years of opera performing experience, I will help you sound authentically French without ever straining or compromising your vocal production, ensuring optimal vocal quality and ease of singing – no matter the size of the hall
Get in touch! Let me know your goals and I will tailor my method to your needs.
I offer online sessions via Zoom, Google Meet or Skype, so you can coach from the most convenient place for you.
I also offer face-to-face sessions at home in Oxford, UK, and regularly travel to London – so we can discuss arranging sessions in and around London to suit your needs.
Please see pricing information here.