For a lot of transgender people, their voice is a major source of gender dysphoria, which is a feeling of significant distress or impairment that stems from a strong desire to be another gender. As ...

Vetro adds: “I try to diffuse the intensity of the situation or the time restrictions with humor while still working diligently to get it all done.” Depending on the role and the actor’s singing ...

Transfeminine people with deep, stereotypically masculine voices may train their voices to sound more in line with their gender identity. Working with a vocal coach or an app can help them speak in a ...

A voice lesson from Annie Pennies is not just about polishing vocal talent. It’s about improving her students’ overall health. Pennies holds a bachelor’s degree in vocal music education from New ...

American Songwriter may earn a commission when you purchase through our links. Some people are born knowing how to sing. Others learn in school or church. Others still go their whole lives wishing ...

Growing up in Mill Valley, Monica Barbaro played piano, flute, violin, guitar and ukulele. But not for very long — and not particularly well. “I started piano five times and tried to teach myself some ...