Emanuela Selva- Little Italy Los Angeles

Little Italy Los Angeles, based in Beverly Hills, CA, is the private practice of Emanuela Esmeralda Selva, a native Italian instructor from Rome with a master’s degree in Political Science and teaching experience at the Berlitz Institute. The business offers private Italian tutoring and language coaching for beginners through advanced learners, with in-person sessions in Beverly Hills and online lessons via Skype. Services include conversational Italian, writing skills, business Italian, travel preparation, accent refinement, and preparation for the B1 Italian language certificate required for Italian citizenship. Coaching for actors and singers focuses on authentic pronunciation, rhythm, and expression.

Selva’s multidisciplinary background spans language, voice, and movement. She provides Italian and English voice-over services, voice and singing coaching, and acting coaching. As a RYT 500 certified yoga instructor, she integrates breathwork and mindful practice to support language acquisition, pronunciation, and vocal control. She also performs as a DJ for private and cultural events in the Los Angeles area.

Clients include professionals, creatives, travelers, and heritage speakers seeking instruction from a native speaker. Sessions are customized to goals and timelines, emphasizing natural pronunciation, cultural fluency, and practical communication.