Bringing Colour Theory into IPA Vowels!
Monday 30th November 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (London Time)
In this engaging session, Siobhan introduces a new Colour Theory Map of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) Vowel Chart - a visual tool designed to demystify complex phonetic concepts, deepen anatomical awareness, and transform how we teach and practice narrow transcription.
What We’ll Cover
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Anatomical Foundations: Embodied exploration connecting the scientific design of the IPA vowel chart directly to your physical experience of creating vowel sounds.
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Phones vs. Phonemes Made Visual: Clear, experiential distinctions between phones and phonemes, using colour to make abstract theoretical concepts immediately intuitive.
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Shifting to Narrow Transcription: Practical exercises demonstrating how the colour theory map bridges the gap from broad, category-based transcription to nuanced, narrow detail.
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Origins & Future Applications: The story behind the development of the colour theory map, alongside exciting avenues for future scientific research and artistic integration.
Why Attend?
Traditional phonetic training can often feel abstract or strictly analytical. By introducing colour theory into the IPA landscape, this workshop provides a tangible, visual framework that makes vocal nuances accessible, engaging, and memorable. Join us to experience how play and visual design can elevate your pedagogical toolset!
🏷️ Price £30 (UK VAT inclusive)
🎥 Recording automatically sent to all who book (even if you cannot attend live)
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📜 Certificate of attendance available
Siobhan Doherty Buffett
Siobhan Doherty Buffett is the Head of Voice and Speech at The Art of Acting Studio, the Los Angeles campus of Stella Adler Studio of Acting. She is a certified Knight-Thompson Speechwork™ teacher, and serves on the KTS Executive Council. She is also an illustrator who recently collaborated with Philip Thompson on the graphics for Experiencing Speech: A Skills-Based, Panlingual Approach to Actor Training (2nd. ed) and Experiencing Accents: A Knight-Thompson Speechwork™ Guide to Acting in Accent, both published by Routledge.
Attend this course for as little as £22 as part of the Voice Professional Training CPD Award Scheme.
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