Dialect coaches are specialists who possess a deep understanding of accents, speech patterns, and vocal nuances. They play a vital role in helping individuals master the art of dialects and accents, whether it be for theatrical performances, film and television roles, or public speaking engagements.
Working with a dialect coach can be transformative, as they provide valuable guidance, training, and support to help individuals reach their full potential in the realm of communication. These highly skilled professionals create customized training plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
We had the privilege of interviewing 30+ top dialect coaches from around the world, each with their own distinctive approach to coaching. We delved into what sets them apart and the key factors that have contributed to their success.
Join us as we delve into the insights and perspectives of these exceptional dialect coaches. Whether you are an aspiring actor, a public speaker, or simply someone seeking to refine your communication skills, their expertise will undoubtedly inspire and guide you on your journey.
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In Brief : Top Dialect Coaches
- Erik Singer – As a Master Teacher of Knight Thompson Speechwork and a Certified Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework, Erik Singer is a trusted dialect coach for actors on and off set.
- Amy Hume – Grounded in training with Kristin Linklater in New York, Amy Hume offers comprehensive voice coaching beyond theatre realms.
- Maryanne – With a background in acting and multiple award nominations, Maryanne brings firsthand experience to her coaching.
- Ashley Howard – With an MA in Voice Studies and designation as a Linklater Voice Teacher, Ashley Howard delivers coaching solutions to individuals and companies globally.
ERIK SINGER
I am a dialect coach, a Master Teacher of Knight Thompson Speechwork, a DialectCoaches.com Verified Master Coach and a Certified Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework. I work on set and off, for productions and for private clients, to help actors successfully realize the voices and accents of the characters they play.
Together with my colleagues Phil Thompson and Andrea Caban, I worked to develop the accent coaching methodology and the Teacher Certification course in Knight Thompson Speechwork, the gold standard in training for dialect coaches and speech/accent teachers. From 2010 to 2013, under Editor-in-Chief Dudley Knight, I was the Associate Editor for the “Pronunciation, Phonetics, Linguistics, Dialect/Accent Studies” section of the Voice and Speech Review, the peer-reviewed journal of the profession.
Amy Hume
Amy’s teaching is grounded in extensive training in New York with world-renowned voice teacher, Kristin Linklater. Inspired by her work in New York, Amy established a voice coaching business and sister-company, children’s drama studio Viva Voice, upon her return to Sydney. Amy’s private coaching programs offer voice training and techniques beyond the realm of theatre: to teachers, university professors, lawyers, health practitioners, anyone and everyone using their voice professionally.
Amy facilitates corporate voice and communication training for staff from numerous organisations, including: Commonwealth Bank, Channel Ten, NSW Department of Health and University of Sydney.
MARYANNE
After being accepted straight from high school into one of the country’s top Acting Schools, NIDA (National Institute of Dramatic Art), I worked successfully for a number of years as an Actor in Television, Theatre, Music Theatre (multiple Helpmann & Greenroom Award Nominee). Having achieved many of my personal dreams and goals at a relatively young age…
Ashley Howard
Ashley Howard is a native British voice and communication coach based in Gloucestershire, UK. He has an MA in Voice Studies from The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (2006). He is also a designated Linklater Voice Teacher (2012).With 15 years experience, Ashley now leads a hugely successful private practice. He has delivered coaching solutions to individuals and companies nationally and internationally from both the public and private sectors.
These include those in media, government, law, academia, medicine, advertising, marketing and consultancy. Ashley has coached leading IT scientists, teachers, academics and senior research scientists, consultants and doctors, politicians, accountants and has worked with companies and organisations such as Microsoft, DLA Piper, SKY, HSBC, Barclays Bank, Prudential, BT, the BBC, Tisski, The Foundation for Law, Justice and Society, Kaspersky, Service Source, Skill Net, Cisco.
Conclusion
And there you have it, the top dialect coaches.
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