Renée's Blog

Welcome, trans voice explorers! Today, I'm thrilled to share an insightful excerpt from a recent session with Rae, a dedicated student from my course Masculinize Your Voice Without Testosterone, as well as the founder of Origami Customs, a gender-affirming clothing brand out of Montreal that make...

Hey there! I'm Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher, and today, I want to delve into the fascinating world of nonverbal communication. Now, nonverbal communication might not be my primary area of expertise, but it's an important aspect to consider, especially because of its close ties to speec...

Hey there, it's me, Renée – your gender-affirming voice teacher! Let's talk about a tool that has both been my ally and my nemesis on my voice training journey – the mirror! You know, I totally get it when Rein asks, "I've been practicing voice training (ftm), but every time I try to go deeper, ...

Hey there! I'm Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher, and today I want to share an exciting exercise that can help you define your voice goals, whether you're interested in masculinizing, feminizing, or finding something in-between. This exercise is called the Draw Your Name exercise, and it's ...

Hey trans vocal explorers! I make a lot of videos about trans voice training every month, which means that there are tons of behind-the-scenes footage and bloopers. My editor, Teagan, was kind enough to compile the best and funniest bloopers into this lovely compilation for you. I hope you enjo...

Have you ever wished to sing a song but found it too high or low for your voice? Don't worry; you're not alone! Today, we're diving into the world of singing and gender-affirming voice. Singing can be one of the most powerful and gender-affirming activities, allowing us to explore our identities ...

If you're tired of feeling strained, pinched, or uncomfortable when you raise the pitch of your voice, I have good news: there's a technique that can help. Hi, I'm Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher with nearly two decades of voice teaching experience, specializing in transg...

Hey there, it's Renée, your friendly neighbourhood gender-affirming voice teacher! Today, I have an exciting exercise to share with you. Are you ready to uncover a surprising and effective technique for achieving a bright, feminine voice? Well, hold on to your cat ears because we're about to step...

Are you eager to gain control over your pitch and resonance once and for all? If so, you've come to the right place! In this blog post, we will walk through a follow-along exercise designed to help you isolate and master pitch and resonance. Whether you're new to the world of trans voice training...

Hi, I'm Renée, and I'm a gender-affirming voice teacher. While I may not consider myself a gamer, I've recently discovered a brilliant way to integrate voice practice into everyday life. One of my students shared with me how she narrates the un-narrated characters in the video games she plays, an...