This 9 week program aims to provide you with the support, knowledge and skillset to find your affirming voice. In it we’ll explore the different ways we generate sound; learn to access many of different facets of our voice; and, be supported in experimenting with these new skills in finding a way to use our voice that fells comfortable, authentic and affirming to each individual.

This program is trans-led and run in small groups (online: max. 12 | in-person: max 8) to ensure that all participants in the program are able to also get 1-on-1 support from the instructor.

Next program starts: APRIL 28

Program Overview:
Trans Affirming Voice I

• Class #1 - Introduction
Warm up exercises, vocal exploration, practice habits & inspirations
• Class #2 & 3 - Pitch
Vocal anatomy, vocalization, and finding your personal target speaking pitch
• Class #4 - Resonance
Learning how to controlling your larynx to brighten/darken your voice
• Class #5 - Vocal Folds
Exploring our vocal fold mass and how to generate heavy vs. light sounds / buzzy vs. breathy sounds
• Class #6 - Inflection
Experimenting with pitch, volume, resonance, emphasis and more to affirming your personal speaking voice
• Class #7 & 8 - Habits & Practice
Developing a road map for you affirming speaking voice; practices exercises and habit forming games; and, followup support & resources

Trans Affirming Voice II

This program builds on skills of Trans Affirming Voice I with more engaged exercises, creativity and builds on tools for voicework in a practical way.
Requires completion of ‘Trans Affirming Voice I’ to register.

Please note: the pace and focus of the classes will be adjusted to best focus on the needs of the group and,
as such, the actual schedule might deviate somewhat from the above.