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SING YOUR WAY TO FLUENCY
Learn English Through Singing The Sharkey Method®
Learn English Through Singing The Sharkey Method® (LETS) is an innovative course created by Maura Sharkey-Pryma, that uses the power of music and singing to help strengthen the fluency skills of English language learners. In this fun 11-week course, students sing simple contemporary pop songs together in English, learn how to pronounce each word correctly, basic grammar, work on articulation and English language skills, and learn the context and the idiomatic expressions expressed in each song. Participants do not need to have any experience, all are welcome.
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TESTIMONIALS
Student Success Stories
"I keep on blessing the day I started this program. Learn English Through Singing made me improve my English pronunciation skills so quickly and the most interesting thing was that I enjoyed myself while learning. It was a really a great experience with one the best instructors!"
Tatiana Zogning |
"I had never participated in something like this; the instructor's energy impressed me since the first day, and her voice and presence were the perfect hook for me to continue every class. The vocal exercises made me feel confident to speak in the future; otherwise, singing was fun and relaxing, and I was able to understand the meaning of numerous new words. I recommend participating in this course, especially for EAL students of every age."
Daniella Monsalve Villarroel |
"I had a great time with my classmates and Maura. She always has a positive energy and entertains us through teaching and singing. Because of her, I really enjoyed taking her classes, and I love her way of teaching. Personally, I like singing, so learning pronunciation with singing helps me a lot, and I never get tired of doing that. Plus, my pronunciation has gotten better!"
Josuke Murase |
"The program is very good. Maura Sharkey-Pryma is an excellent teacher who has helped me to improve my pronunciation since English is not my first language. The exercises, but mostly the technique she uses, make us learn in a different way than that the traditional one."
Alejandra Coronel |
"I want to use this occasion to express my gratitude for your amazing work in supporting immigrants like me to feel more comfortable speaking and pronouncing the English language through singing. It’s all made easier by your willingness and positive attitude."
Monica Briceno |
“I was surprised how much Maura loves what she does. She is filled with energy that spreads to the students, it motivates and inspires learning. Her lessons are interesting and fun. If I recommend LETS to my best friend I would say, " Maura is a talented singer with a gorgeous voice, she is a perfect teacher. You should go and try. LETS is really useful and unique way to learn.”
Iryna Yatsenko |
"I really enjoyed Maura's LETS classes because I learned new songs, including their lyrics and correct pronunciation. These activities helped me feel more confidence speaking English and improved the way I pronounce certain sounds. I especially loved the concert because it was fun and made me feel proud of my progress. The singing exercises also helped me understand the rhythm and stress in English, which made a big difference in my speaking skill. From my point of view, singing is a great method to learn English while having fun at the same time. I’m truly grateful for this experience."
Luis E. Cruz |
“My thanks to Maura and her method of teaching English through songs, which allowed me to be more aware of the need to improve my pronunciation and try to do so when I am speaking. Particularly, I really enjoyed the classes because of Maura's enthusiasm and the dynamics used, which allows the student to make the teaching-learning process successful and enjoyable. Additionally, I feel that my pronunciation is more fluid and more understandable.”
Maria Luz Camargo |
"This is the second time I have joined this activity, and just like the first time, I was very relaxed and chill. The thing I really like the most is that there is no deadline, but the plan is still moving forward and is not disorganized. In contrast, the plan is really clear and not an overload. I can feel that my accent in English is better and more fluent than when I started EAL. For example, it is easier now and I am more confident with speaking than writing. My voice when speaking is higher and lower, which is our biggest difference because when Vietnamese people learn English, they always speak in a flat tone. At the end of the term, I really want to say, “Thank you so much,” Maura."
Tru Tran |
The class Learn English Through Singing it’s great. It helped me to improve my pronunciation and made my English accent better. Maura did great job by teaching us how to use correct sounds, and supported us to treat with difficulty pronouncing English due to differences from our mother languages. I wish the course hours were longer."
Tawfeek Al-Mansouri |
"I enjoyed the pronunciation class through singing with Maura. The most important part for me is warming up and learning a new song every week. It was very helpful for me to stand and stretch during the class. Also, I could learn a new song that I didn’t know before like “Imagine” and “You Gotta Be”. These are my favourite songs now. In addition, I feel a difference of my pronunciation through singing. I learned a lot of things such as tongue position, and open my mouth widely."
Kanae Moringa |
"I have learned it is truly possible to improve one’s English through singing. Especially with Maura, I discovered that one of the keys to mastering English is clear pronunciation. I really enjoyed the moments when she taught us how to pronounce words properly by using the right movements of the face."
Florian Ange Beni Fouedjio |
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SINGING VOICE SPECIALIST, INSTRUCTOR AND CREATIVE EDUCATOR
Meet MauraMaura Sharkey-Pryma is the creator of Learn English Through Singing The Sharkey Method® (LETS). She is an expert singing voice specialist and instructor with a passion for helping English language learners feel confident in their pronunciation and supporting them in their journey towards English language fluency.
With over 25 years of intensive training and experience, Maura Sharkey Pryma (she/her), the owner of The Sharkey Voice Studio, gives you the best experience as a voice singing specialist, instructor, mentor, clinician and consultant. She created Learn English Through Singing The Sharkey Method® course to help English language learners feel confident in their pronunciation through the power of music and singing. |
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c/o Alberta Music Education Foundation Percy Page Centre 11759 Groat Rd NW Edmonton, AB T5M 3K6 Canada Telephone: (780) 409-8407 |
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