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Can you keep singing on testosterone? Trans singer Eli Conley shares 20 years of experience with voice masculinization, FTM voice training, and the truth about testosterone voice changes. Learn the 5 stages of voice change on T, debunk the "vocal entrapment" myth, and discover practical exercises for trans masculine singers. In this interview, queer transgender singer-songwriter and teaching artist Eli Conley breaks down the biggest myths about singing on testosterone and shares what actually happens to your voice during transition. ✨ WHAT WE COVER: ✅ The #1 myth about losing your singing voice on T (and why it's wrong) ✅ The science of voice masculinization: what testosterone does to your vocal folds ✅ Peter Fullerton's 5 stages of voice change on testosterone ✅ Does dosage matter for singers? Low dose vs. full dose explained ✅ Debunking the "vocal entrapment" myth ✅ Can you keep your high notes and head voice on T? ✅ Best vocal exercises during voice transition ✅ Navigating grief, joy, and emotional complexity ✅ Trans singer elders and finding community ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Start 01:44 Introductions 02:20 What was the biggest piece of mis-info you remember when you started T?' 03:44 Why is there still a myth about T "breaking your voice?" 05:36 Is part of this a lack of "T elders"? 07:06 How your voice changes through your life. 08:14 How do the physiological changes of T change the voice? 11:02 Tell us more about the first 2-5 years on T for the singing voice. 13:20 Do singers on T take a lower dose than others? 16:20 Does the lower dose help your brain map to the changes easier? 17:44 How can you tell what is a reasonable amount of discomfort during the changes? 20:13 Is vocal entrapment a myth? What can you tell us about it? 25:45 "I'm scared of losing my high notes... what can I do?" 32:19 What excercises do you suggest during the chaotic voice change period? 34:22 Let's talk about grief over losing your pre T singing voice. 38:12 What message do you have for trained singers who need to retrain their voices? 41:15 Where to find Eli 📚 READ THE FULL BLOG POST: https://www.reneeyoxon.com/blog/singi... 🎵 ELI'S PLAYLIST OF SINGERS ON T:    • Trans Singers on Testosterone   📊 PETER FULLERTON'S 5 STAGES SLIDESHOW: http://tinyurl.com/voicechangeslideshow 🔗 CONNECT WITH ELI CONLEY: Website: https://www.eliconley.com/ Instagram: @EliConleyMusic & @EliConleyTeaching YouTube:    / eliconley   🔗 CONNECT WITH PETER FULLERTON: Website: https://www.peterfullerton.com/ 💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS: • You won't lose your singing voice permanently on testosterone • Voice change takes 2-5 years with a predictable 5-stage process • Starting on a lower dose creates a smoother transition • You can stop T at any time and find your comfortable range • "Vocal entrapment" is largely a myth • High notes shift to falsetto/head voice range • Community support is essential 🎓 CONTINUE YOUR TRANS VOICE TRAINING: My Voice and Testosterone Playlist: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-testoste... Free Voice Warm-Up: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-warmup Masculinize Your Voice Without Testosterone Course: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-myvwot Free Resources Library: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-freebies All Courses: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-courses 📱 FOLLOW ME: Instagram:   / reneeyoxon   TikTok:   / reneeyoxon   Newsletter: https://go.reneeyoxon.com/yt-newsletter 🏳️‍⚧️ SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS: Trans Lifeline: https://translifeline.org/ The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ PFLAG: https://pflag.org/ --- ABOUT ELI CONLEY: Eli Conley is a queer transgender singer-songwriter, teaching artist, and activist based in Sacramento, California. He makes country-tinged folk music for queer and trans people, justice seekers, and anyone who doesn't fit in a box. With 20 years on testosterone, Eli specializes in working with trans singers navigating voice change on T. ABOUT RENÉE YOXON: Renée is a gender-affirming voice teacher helping trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive people find their authentic voices. Through online courses, free resources, and personalized coaching, Renée provides inclusive, science-based voice training. © Renée Yoxon / 2025 This video is for educational purposes. Always consult with qualified healthcare providers about hormone therapy decisions. #TransVoice #SingingOnTestosterone #VoiceMasculinization