NIDA Online: The General American Accent
Boost your vocal confidence and flexibility with NIDA Open’s specialised online dialect training courses. Experience the nuances that bring accents to life in performance, and understand the phonetics and technical essentials of performing the General American accent.
The course sessions are hosted by our experienced teaching artists who come with vast industry experience and training knowledge. A range of practical activities, suitable for remote learning, will immerse you in the intricacies of phonetics, the mechanics of articulation, facial muscle engagement and precise oral placement. Learn and practice the technical essentials of The General American accent and apply the skills to a variety of short texts to enhance character. Whether you’re auditioning for roles, preparing for performances, or aiming to expand your acting repertoire, this course will provide you with the foundational tools to master one of the most sought-after accents in the industry.
Deliver: Online, 3 × 2 hour sessions
Self-directed learning: 60 min vocal exercises and practice as well as text work between classes
This course is Beginner level.
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