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If you're a transmasculine person looking for tips on voice training, you're not alone. Many people in the transmasc community seek advice on how to adjust their voice to better align with their gender identity. Often, the desired changes include a voice that sounds darker, lower, and perhaps hea...

In my post last week, where I analyzed the unique voice of Jinkx Monsoon, there was a brief moment that caught a lot of attention. I was using an audio analysis tool, and many of you had questions about it. So, I thought it would be helpful to put together a mini-series focused on trans voice too...

If you've ever wished your voice could sound more masculine, I have something special just for you. I want to tell you about one of my courses that might be the perfect fit for you. Last year, I released Masculinize Your Voice Without Testosterone, which was the first online course of its kind. ...

Today, we’re taking a closer look at the fabulous world of Jinkx Monsoon’s voice! You might know them as the nonbinary queen who can do it all—from powerhouse singing to killer celebrity impressions—but we’re focusing on their unique speaking voice. What gives it that signature je ne sais quoi? L...

Welcome to the final instalment of my mini-series on the basics of gender-affirming voice. Over the past seven parts, we’ve covered a lot of ground—vocal anatomy, pitch, resonance, vocal weight, and more—but there are always questions left to answer. Today, I’ll be addressing six common questions...

Last weekend, I attended the Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference! This was my first time attending this conference so I didn’t know what to expect, but I was excited to be there, meet people, and learn as much as possible. I saw amazing workshops and talks hosted by the North Jersey Community...

In any practice that requires small, repetitive actions over time, the key to staying on track and achieving your goals is to find a way to keep yourself engaged and motivated. But how do you do that when the payoff isn’t immediate? Since I'm a gender-affirming voice teacher, my focus is on help...

Welcome back to Gender-Affirming Voice 101! I'm thrilled you’re here for Part 6, where we dive into the fascinating world of inflection—a key element in shaping your unique voice. Hi, I’m Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher, and I’m here to guide you through the process of finding and refini...

Hi, I’m Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher. Recently, during a TikTok Live session, someone asked me an intriguing question: “Does my masculine voice have to be monotonous?” It’s a question that touches on deeper issues of gender expression and the stereotypes we often find ourselves navigat...

Welcome back to Gender-Affirming Voice 101! This is part 4 of our 8-part series, where we explore the basics of gender-affirming voice work. Today, we’re focusing on Pitch—also known as the fundamental frequency, which determines the highness or lowness of your voice. Hi, I’m Renée, a gender-aff...