Ana Gonzales bio

Ana Gonzalez de Jorgenson grew growing up in Mexico with a family that loved music. The majority of her youth listening to music from the past, boleros from the past, classic ranchero or romantic songs, as well classic classical music. Ana enjoys tangos operas and other theatrical performances. Following her singing lessons with mom at the age of 12, she took up more rigorous training in vocals at age 16 under the guidance of renown Mexican tenor FlavioBecerra. She furthered her training in music through the School of Music of Guadalajara University and later at the School of Sacred Music, Toluca. While a young student and professional, she sang with many chamber groups and opera choruses throughout Guadalajara as well as Mexico City. After relocating in America in the year 2000, she joined the United States in 2000, she sang with the Fort Lauderdale Symphony Chorus before shifting to her residence in the southern part of California. She sings in Ensemble XXI Redlands, and sings Latin American traditional music solo at many private events. The love she has for performing, music, and the arts keeps her engaged in local projects both as an artist and teacher. Ana is also a past member of the Community Chorus of Redlands, the Inland Master Chorale, and the Performance Loft. Ana feels privileged to have the opportunity to be able to share her love for the tradition of Latin American music. She hopes to help younger generations continue the tradition.