French Masterclasses & Cultural Guides


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All these masterclasses and guides come from my 16 years of French teaching experience. If you'd like to take French lessons with me, I offer lessons over the phone & Skype worldwide, or in the Bretagne, Côtes d'Armor area.
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French Grammar

French grammar is pretty complex. Unfortunately, French classes often fly over the basis, leading to very bad mistakes that will follow students for the rest of their French experience. You may think these lessons are too easy for you: if they are a must for beginners, I am positive even advanced students will benefit from them and learn new things, particularly on the modern glided pronunciation. If you are not satisfied, I will reimburse you 100%, guaranteed!

"I read your Master Class on French Verb Fundamentals, three (English) words come to mind: BRILLIANT, CLEAR, PRACTICAL"

Patrick Baum, USA

French Verbs Fundamentals

Quintessential: French Verbs Fundamentals - Masterclass

  • The most complete & modern audio grammar method you will find on the subject
  • Subject pronouns, ER & Reflexive/Pronominal Verbs Construction and use in the Present Indicative affirmative and negative
  • Modern glided French pronunciation of more than 300 common ER, reflexive, reciprocal and idiomatic reflexive verbs.
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Audio Duration: 3 Hours and 24 Minutes
PDF companion book: 42 Pages
Languages: Explanations in English with examples and exercises in French

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Secrets of French conversation Masterclass
How to ask and understand questions

  • In depth study of the fundamentals of French question making: street French, est-ce que, inversion... with many remarks for particular cases and modern pronunciation
  • List of the key French interrogative expressions: why, for how long, until where, at whose place...
  • Includes many exercises to check your understanding and pronunciation.
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Audio Duration: 1 Hour
PDF companion book: 31 Pages
Languages: Explanations in English with examples and exercises in French

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French Pronunciation

When is LL pronounced L or Y? Can you say out loud "Je cueille une vieille feuille sur une treille dans la ville de Lille"? How do you pronounce U and OU? When is S pronounced as Z? Which are the common H words with which there is never any liaison nor elision?

This 1 hour and 42 minutes audio lesson covers the foundations as well as the difficulties of French pronunciation, and focusses on the sounds that are particularly challenging for foreign students. It includes directions on how to place your lips, tongue and throat, natural and logical French sounds progressions, and crystal clear audio recordings.

"A talented educator who knows how to engage her students in an authentic language learning experience using technology"

Anne Serrel-Jones, Newton Public Schools, USA

Le Métro & the Parisian Transportation System

Secrets of French Pronunciation - Masterclass

  • Learn all the rules of correct French pronunciation and train with top quality audio
  • In depth looks at the French nasty tongue twister: Ille, Eille, Aille, Euille and Ouille
  • Differences between aspirated and muted "H" including lists of aspirated H words
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Audio Duration: 1 Hour and 42 Minutes
PDF companion book: 16 Pages
Languages: Explanations in English with examples and exercises in French


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French Vocabulary

When do you use "comment ça va ?" or "comment vas-tu ?". What do you say after someone sneezes? Are you sure you understand all the subtleties between tu and vous? Should you say "de rien" or "je vous en prie"?

French politeness is more complicated than it seems. The words are not too difficult, but they are very precise, and there are many glidings. And if you hesitate on something that seems so basic, French people are going to doubt you speak any French at all... You need to be right and you need to be fast.

Use the French pronunciation tracks and repeat, repeat, repeat. It's the key.

"When people asked me "comment allez-vous ?" I used to freeze. Not any longer thanks to French Today's sublime masterclass!"

Paul H. - Ireland

French Greetings & Politness Masterclass

French Greetings & Politeness - Masterclass

  • How to introduce yourself, saying hi, goodbye, and all the essential expressions of politeness
  • In depth look at Tu vs. Vous and all their many many subtleties
  • When do you shake hand, kiss or hug? It's VERY different in France!
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Audio Duration: 33 Minutes
PDF companion book: 16 Pages
Languages: Explanations in English with repeat after me sentences in French

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Cultural Guides - Do It the French Way

It's easy to make faux-pas when traveling to another country. Did you know that in France, it's impolite for a woman to help herself to wine? Can you pronounce the métro station (and main stop for the Eiffel Tower) Bir Hakeim? These audio based French Cultural Guides offer you insights into the French culture, as well as tips on what to do, and what to avoid in certain situations.

"Camille as a native speaker gives an incredibly useful perspective on French culture and attitudes as well as the likely reactions to different styles of speaking"

Stuart Wamsley Junior, USA


Le Métro & the Parisian Transportation System

Combine Practical Info and Fun French Practice: The Parisian Transport System

  • Recorded in simple French with English translation
  • In depth explanation of all Paris transportation system including Métro, bus, RER, etc...
  • Camille's own tips and tricks (things that you usually learn the hard way!)
  • True French pronunciation of all Paris Métro subway stations (line 1 to 14)
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Audio Duration: 52 Minutes
PDF Illustrated guide (inc. all Métro lines): 17 Pages
Languages: French with English translation


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The French Table & Hosting Etiquette

Délicieux Ma Chère! The French Table & Hosting Etiquette

  • Learn all the tips and cultural expectations to be the perfect French guest and host.
  • Includes names and photos of all table items and how/when to use them
  • Use the repeat after me sentences to learn useful French table expressions and comments on food
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Audio Duration: 58 Minutes
PDF Illustraded Guide: 22 Pages
Languages: Explanations in English with repeat after me sentences in French


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