Sound is an essential aspect of any poem. Sound is one of the main things that set poetry apart from prose, so mastering sound is a key skill for any poet, whatever your style.

'Sound' doesn’t just mean rhyme and rhythm, it describes all the ways that words delight, assail, or direct the ear. Do more and get more out of your writing with sound. This is a practical lesson on how to use sound effectively in poetry.

What's included in this class

• A lecture on what we mean by ‘sound’ in poetry, the relationship between sound and sense, practical advice on using sound in your poems.

• Three exercises practicing your attention to sound, your ability to express sound, and your intuition for rhyme and rhythm.