Ana Gonzales bio

Ana Gonzalez de Jorgenson was born in Mexico into a family that included musicians. The music she grew up with was classical, old boleros and classic romantic songs and the Ranchero style. Ana is an avid fan of tangos. She also loves operas, and every form of theatrical performance. She began singing and learning songs with her mother and commenced more serious vocal training at the age of 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 kept her in the music field. In Guadalajara and Mexico City, she was part of a variety of opera ensembles as well as chamber groups. Following her move into the United States, she performed with the Fort Lauderdale Symphony Chorus. In 2002 she relocated to southern California. She currently performs traditional Latin American songs at private concerts as a singer. As a teacher and musician she has volunteered for numerous community projects because of her passion and enthusiasm for music. Ana is also a past part of the Community Chorus of Redlands, the Inland Master Chorale, and the Performance Loft. Ana is grateful for the opportunity to share her passion and enthusiasm for traditional Latin American songs with others as she hopes to impart a desire particularly among the younger generation to keep the music alive and alive.Viva Mexico!