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Monthly Musing #1: Vote for Topics

Each month, everyone has the option to vote for a theme. The theme voted most after 1 week, will be the topic of a monthly Patreon exclusive covering that topic. Each month will have some vocal topics and some wildcard topics to keep things fresh.

I'll be running a new poll at the beginning of every month with fresh options. Runners up will be included in next months voting! Borrowing thi...

Principles of Difference & the Meaning of Quality

Perceived difference in experience is how we know there is. Quality is the feeling of difference in and between experiences. Quality is essential in how we determine what there is, what kinds of things there are, and which we prefer.  Developing vocal ability is dependent on learning how to read the “signs” of experience which are uniquely grounded in action. This is why voice learning...

Principles of Vocal Action

Hi everyone! For the past 4 weeks I have been hosting a weekly voice lecture and workshop on Sundays. This is the second lecture from May 19th which covers core principles of action, exploring with participants, and outlining the four basic tools we will build the rest of our concepts and ideas out of.

I will be uploading the rest of the videos on a more regular schedule to catch up to wh...

Voice Class with Z: Intro and Overview of Elements

This is a lookahead for our regular voice classes which will be starting May 5th! This video will give a brief overview of each core theme, element, and layer of process which will show up throughout each point of our discussion.

Each element here is more a presence;

• Foundation (ground); awareness of

• Action (sound); immediatel...

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Event Announcement: Weekly Patreon Voice Class; Hosted by Z

Hello everyone! I I'm super excited to announce a new weekly series of lectures and videos here on the Patreon.

These lectures will be hosted by me (Z) and they'll be occurring every Sunday here on the Patreon. Videos will be made of each and will be uploaded here regularly following the progress of our discussions. Each week will be dedicated to a different element of voice learning, of ...

Upcoming Events Remaining in November!

1. Trivia Night Voice Practice: Tuesday Nov 28th at 4:00pm Pacific / 7:00pm Eastern

• Use voice in a laid back, conversational setting. Participants will get to read questions, offer answers, and socialize in general. Hosted by Gabby and Tara!

2. Story Time with Voice: Thursday Nov 30th at 4:30pm Pacific / 7:30pm Eastern

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(Workshop Series) #8: Identifying Strain and Effort 2/3 **MUST WATCH**

Hi everyone! Regardless of your skill level, this is an essential video for feminization. Please watch and listen carefully!

Our previous video focused on hearing and identifying strain against pitch as a sound quality. Today, we are going to look at several other indicators which are important to listen for. Remember that sound quality is not reducible! This means that getting the right ...

How to Hear Yourself [patron bonus]

In this Patron bonus video, we discuss strategies for hearing yourself better. Students commonly express worry about listening to themselves in a neutral way because "we sound different to ourselves than to others". This concern, while justified, presupposes that what others hear is what you must hear to succeed. The reality is, you live your life from your own perspective and, thus, from that ...

(Workshop Series) #7: Identifying Strain and Effort 1/3 **MUST WATCH**

Hi everyone! Regardless of your skill level, this is an essential video for feminization. Please watch and listen carefully!

Sorry it took a bit longer to get this one out. I ended up making a large video segment on this feature. We will discuss, hear, and explore this concept across 3 videos in this series. This first video is meant to anchor, establish, and ground the quality into meani...

New Voice Practice & Feedback Event Series

Excited to announce a new 90-minute voice practice event and learning space for patreon / discord members. 

This event series kicks off Tuesday, October 17th, at 4pm PT / 7pm ET on Discord and continues regularly every two weeks. Cohosted by our two newest instructors, Gabby and Tara, the event is open for all students and patrons to come and go, ask...

(Workshop Series) #6: Meta Features

NASALITY 101 VIDEO

(Workshop Series) #5: Developing and Representing Hearing

Sorry for the short delay on this one! I had a medical issue last week and have been out of commission till today. <3

(Workshop Series) #4: Autofeedback

(Workshop Series) #3: Sense Perception

(Workshop Series) #2: Skill - Medium Alignment

(Workshop Series) #1: The Problem of "How" in Communication

HOW TO PRACTICE PRODUCTIVELY

This video explains what the process of practice should look like in voice alteration. Effective practice starts with effective hearing. Effective hearing and perception will be discussed at our next event. From effective hearing and trained perception, our ability to make meaningful judgements during voice practice is made possible.

This video assumes you have a general idea of what to b...

MUST KNOW Dos and Don'ts for Voice Training

Hi everyone!! Today we're talking about 3 Dos and Donts for Voice Training! No matter where your level is in voice training, these are tips that can absolutely help you level up your vocal game!

5 Tips to Unlock Your Singing Potential

Hi everyone! We've finally got our production team up and running! Expect many new videos in the coming weeks and months thanks to your incredible patronage!

By popular request, here is a video explaining core aspects of singing which everyone can use to improve!

Patreon Changes - Update!

Tiers have been officially updated on the Patreon website. Minor changes may still be made as we discuss plans with the community.  

I will be present tonight (May 31, 2023 7:30PM Pacific) on voice-chat tonight to discuss the changes with the community. The stream planned for May 29th will be on June 5th instead. Took a bit longer to make sure everything was set up r...

UPDATE: The Future of TransVoiceLessons & Our Patreon Community

Hi! I have some extremely exciting announcements to share with everyone today. Please take the time to read this as it will affect everyone involved in our community:

I want to thank you all so much for the active, past, and future support you’ve given TransVoiceLessons. Our Patreon was founded nearly 4 ½ years ago with the vision and goal to, “create and publish the absolute best po...

Rare Chord: Maj7‡11‡15‡19 (a study of harmony in 31-edo)

an iridescent piano etude exploring the maj7‡11‡15‡19 in 31-equal.   

- Maj7 (R - 3 - 5 - 7) + ‡11th Pyth triad (‡11 - ‡15 - ‡19) 

- requires a lot of space to breathe  

- omit 2 and 6 for maximum clarity 

- 2:49 outerstructure 

- 8:12:20:60:88:131:196 motherchord, /2  

talked about this chord in 131 roses. jus...

One Hundred & Thirty One Roses

A musical offering exploring a newly discovered sound in 31edo (8:24:40:60:131:196). This has been my recent fascination while recovering from illness and it has unlocked music for me in many new ways. I hope you enjoy.

<3 many roses to you.

THE BIG VOCAL ONSET VIDEO: Guided Practice & 5 Key Mistakes

Today we dive deeply into the beautiful world of vocal onset. Onset is an essential phase of sound production. Every time you vocalize you have an onset! Because of that, it's so important to ensure our initial attack to the sound is efficient, stable, and supportive towards our goals.

<3

Circles of Indigo - New Jazz Record Available Now!

Hi everyone! I hope all has been well. This December I accidentally started a new musical project with a new friend and saxophonist I met, Aiden Solomons. We came together and made spontaneous music that I curated into a record.

This is my first jazz record I guess, which is so cool! I hope you all love it.

I'm gonna upload the files here for patrons once I can figure out how to u...

New Patreon Event: Patron Voice Class

NEW EVENT: Monthly Patron Voice Class 

Hi everyone! Hope you are having a beautiful day. I am planning a new patron event where we will have a monthly voice class for all patrons at any tier. I am currently in the process of organizing this and looking for an optimal date to have recurring.   

AVAILABILITY INQ...