Biography Carl Franzen, Voice Teacher and Operatic Tenor San Jose, California For as long as I can remember, I was always singing. As a child, I sang endlessly with my mother's phonograph records, ranging anywhere from Mario Lanza to Nat King Cole and the classic musicals like Carousel and Oklahoma. My grandmother was really the one to encourage me to find my musical talents. In Elementary school I wanted desperately to play a musical instrument. I really wanted to play the piano most of all. But I didn't get a piano until my senior year of high school. The first instrument the music instructor gave me was a flute, which was a failure. Next...

My name is Jenny Ivanovna, and I am a professional mezzo soprano, voice teacher, and experienced opera and concert performer with 15 years of teaching experience. Before moving to Milpitas, I taught in Fort Worth, Texas, where I ran a private studio and served as the Voice Professor at Fort Worth Music Academy. Now settled in the Bay Area, I am grateful to be teaching in this community. I work with students of all ages and levels, from beginners discovering their voice to advanced singers preparing auditions or performances. I teach in English and Spanish, and I coach repertoire in French, German, Italian, English, and Spanish. My teaching

Founded in Campbell, California, Opus11 School of Music extends its services to San Jose and surrounding areas. They offer a rich variety of music lessons, catering to all age groups. From private and group lessons to early childhood "Mommy and Me" music groups and summer camps, Opus11 strives to deliver inclusive, experiential learning. They house highly qualified teaching staff and specialize in teaching students with disabilities, fostering a community that promotes expression, autonomy, and skill. Their facilities offer brand new instruments for in-person lessons, with the option for virtual learning as well.

Founded in 1994, Crystal Children's Choir in Cupertino, California has grown into a significant organization with over a thousand members across four Bay Area cities. They not only provide vocal music education but also serve as cultural ambassadors for children's choral music. The choir has toured globally, gracing prestigious stages from the Vatican to the Sydney Opera House. They've earned accolades at various music festivals and conferences, demonstrating their commitment to excellence in the field of Chinese folk songs and newly commissioned works.