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Life

Birthdays, big moves, and the byways of life.

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Music

Singing, songwriting, new releases, and recommendations.

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Trans Voice

Learning to love your voice and need some support?

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Disability

Lessons I've learned after 10+ years with chronic pain.

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Trans Voice Practice Time! Once Upon a Time... exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 21, 2023

Hey there, lovely readers! I've got something exciting to share with you today that's not only fun but also incredibly something you can play with friends. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-expression, keep on reading!

Let's set the stage for a fantastic...

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Fixing Postural Issues in Your Trans Voice Practice with The Mirror! exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 07, 2023

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...

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Voice Training for MTF Individuals: How to Feminize Your Voice with Mixed Voice Technique exercise mindful voice feminization pitch Jul 24, 2023

Are you seeking to feminize your voice and tired of experiencing strain when attempting to raise its pitch? As a gender-affirming voice teacher, I understand the challenges you may face during voice feminization training. In this blog post, we will explore an effective technique called "Mixed...

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Catgirls unite! Meowing is the one weird trick that actually works 😻 exercise mindful voice feminization resonance voice feminization Jul 20, 2023

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...

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You are ALREADY an expert at modifying your voice exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization May 18, 2023

One of the things I try to relay to everyone I teach right from the beginning is that you are already an expert at modifying your voice. Humans change their voice all the time to suit different contexts. To better understand this, I want to share with you an exercise that will reveal your...

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Low stakes practice: micro-conversations exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization May 08, 2023

So you've been working on your target voice alone at home and you feel like you're ready to get out into the real world. But as soon as you open your mouth around your friends and family, it's like you forget how to make your target voice. You forget everything you've learned about trans voice...

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