Course Topics

8 weeks of information and discussion

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    2. Tessa Romano-The Singing Voice During the First Two Years of Testosterone Therapy: Working with the Trans or Gender Queer Voice

    3. More resources for voice and T

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    4. LIZ'S ZOOM LINK

    5. GAVC Class 1 Gender Discourse

    6. GAVC Class 1 Video link to google drive

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    2. LIZ'S ZOOM LINK

    3. One Weird Trick

    4. GAVC Class 2 PIRA Scale

    5. GAVC Class 2 Video link to google drive

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    2. GAVC Class 3 video

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    2. LIZ'S ZOOM LINK

    3. Trans Voice Emotions Evaluator from Renee Yoxon

    4. GAVC Class 4 Transformational Voice Teaching Video

    5. GAVC Class 4 Transformational Voice Teaching Slides

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    2. LIZ'S ZOOM LINK

    3. GAVC Handout with Rubrics

    4. GAVC Class 5 Equitable Evaluations Slides

    5. LINKS: L Morgan Lee and Lucas Silveira

    6. GAVC Equitable Evaluations Video

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    2. LIZ'S ZOOM LINK

    3. GAVC Class 6 PIRA Speech

    4. PIRA Speech exercises

About Gender-Affirming Speech and Singing

  • 8 Weekly online sessions with recordings
  • Break-out sessions and demonstrations
  • Breadth of topics from gender theory, to hormones, to voice classifications, and juries

Early Registration is open! (regular price $800)

Trans-identifying practitioners: use code TGNC for 50% off all our courses

FAQ

  • How long will early registration be open?

    Early registration closes on August 1, 2025. After that date, the full price of registration is $800.

  • Is there a replay option if I can't attend live?

    Yes! Every session is recorded and uploaded to your Thinkific dashboard within 24 hours.

  • I will have to miss a few of the sessions, is that ok?

    Absolutely! Everything is recorded, so you'll have an opportunity to re-watch any of the sessions and read through the course materials.

  • I don't have any trans students yet. Is this still for me?

    Absolutely, friend. Even if a trans student decides not to disclose their trans identity, the practices and skills in this course will help ensure that all students feel better supported and affirmed. You will also leave the course with a better understanding of the impacts of gender across the broader industries of voice, speech, and music education.

  • Is there an option to connect with the other folks in the class?

    Yes! Discussion boards will be open once sessions begin. We encourage you to connect with your classmates and share resources and insights.

Meet your instructor

Liz Jackson Hearns (she/they)

Liz is the owner of The Voice Lab, Inc., co-author of The Singing Teacher's Guide to Transgender Voices, and author of One Weird Trick: A User's Guide to Transgender Voice. Singers, speakers, and fellow voice teachers from all different backgrounds seek out Liz’s teaching for their ability to examine and reframe traditional voice pedagogy through the lens of student agency and inclusivity. In her courses, trainings, and public speaking events, Liz guides educators and clinicians in cultivating courageous spaces for their students and patients.