Ana Gonzales bio

Ana Gonzalez de Jorgenson, an artist's daughter, from Mexico, was born to a music-loving family. As a child, she was exposed to lots of classical music and old boleros. She also listened to traditional romantic ballads and ranchero. Ana is a fan of tangos and operas as well as other dramatic shows. She began singing and learning songs with her mother she began her more intensive vocal training when she was 16 working with the famous Mexican Tenor Flavio Becerra. At the School of Music of Guadalajara University and the School of Sacred Music of Toluca in Mexico furthered her education in music. As a student and young professional, she was a part of numerous chamber ensembles and opera choirs in Guadalajara as well as Mexico City. Following her move from Mexico to the United States around 2000, she sang for the Fort Lauderdale Symphony Chorus. She currently is a part of Ensemble XXI of Redlands and is a frequent solo performer in traditional Latin American music at private performances. As a musician and teacher Ana is a dedicated participant in various community-based projects due to her enthusiasm and love for music. Ana has been a part of the Community Chorus of Redlands (as well as Inland Master Chorale) and Performance Loft. Ana hopes that with her performance songs from Latin American traditional songs, to inspire a love, especially in the younger generations, for keeping this music vibrant.