Ana Gonzales bio

Ana Gonzalez de Jorgenson grew up in Mexico in a family who was passionate about music. Growing up, she listened to lots of traditional music as well as old boleros. She also listened to traditional ranchero and romantic ballads. Ana has a passion for Tangos, opera, and every form of dramatic performances. Ana began learning to sing and play music in the early years together with her mom. She was given more formal singing instruction when she reached the age of 16 old, under the legendary Mexican Tenor Flavio BECARRA. She continued her musical studies at the School of Music of the University of Guadalajara, and later in the School of Sacred Music in Toluca, Mexico. She sang at Guadalajara, Mexico City and different cities when she was a young student and professional. Following her move from Mexico to the United States at the age of 2000, she sang for the Fort Lauderdale Symphony Chorus. She has performed solo Latin American music for private functions and as a member Ensemble XXI in Redlands. The passion and love she has in music, art and performing keep her engaged with a variety of local initiatives as a performer and teacher. Ana was also a part of the Community Chorus of Redlands and Inland Master Chorale. She is currently a teacher of the Performance Loft. Ana appreciates the opportunity to share her passion and love for the traditional Latin American songs with others, and in doing so hopes to instill a sense of to, particularly in the younger age group, to help keep this tradition alive.Viva Mexico!