.::: JENNIFER CORTEZ :::. SINGER & SONGWRITER | SOUND HEALER & PROFESSOR

Jennifer Cortez known by her stage name, "The Prof", is a Canadian, Ecuadorian, singer, songwriter, Sound Healing Therapy Practitioner and Professor. Born in Toronto, Canada, raised in Toronto and Scarborough during elementary years, Jennifer was heavily influenced by r&b, reggae, hip hop and latin music, as well as diversity and multiculturalism in her community. Jennifer's mother and grandmother were both recognized recording artists in Ecuador, South America, known for their vinyl record, entitled, "Cantares Ecuatorianos". Inspired by her musical, Ecuadorian roots, Jennifer began singing lessons at age 12, where her journey with music began. In the early 2000s, Jennifer began writing original lyrics, collaborating with local artists and performing locally at events, causes and fundraisers such as, Amnesty International, Woman's International Day, Toronto's Latin Community, Fundraiser for the Earthquakes in Ecuador, and Toronto's Latin, Inti Raymi Festival. Her single "Himno Latino" ft. Juno Nominee Arabesque rotated on several media outlets and hit Toronto radio waves, supported by both the Toronto Latin and Urban community in 2008. "Himno Latino" was featured on her released physical, CD album, entitled, "Through the Rain" by Jennifer Cortez.
In addition to music, Jennifer is formally educated in art direction, graphic design, fashion business with a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education, Administration and Leadership. The stage name, "The Prof" came from Jennifer's Professor role for the Faculty of Media and Creative Arts and the Faculty of Business at Humber College.
Jennifer enjoys creating, making music and hopes others can enjoy the fun, light-hearted, good vibes from some of her singles and albums. The Prof's tropical EP, "Out of Office" features singles, "Hypnotic Dance", "Peek-A-Boo" the have a fusion of Latin and Caribbean rhythms, and "About That", "Ice Cream" "Luna", "It's You" are a great addition for summer and vacation playlists.
Jennifer is also part of the Hispanic Canadian Arts and Cultural Association Community as well as a member of the Mississauga Arts Council and Martys HUB Community.
In addition to music, Jennifer is formally educated in art direction, graphic design, fashion business with a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education, Administration and Leadership. The stage name, "The Prof" came from Jennifer's Professor role for the Faculty of Media and Creative Arts and the Faculty of Business at Humber College.
Jennifer enjoys creating, making music and hopes others can enjoy the fun, light-hearted, good vibes from some of her singles and albums. The Prof's tropical EP, "Out of Office" features singles, "Hypnotic Dance", "Peek-A-Boo" the have a fusion of Latin and Caribbean rhythms, and "About That", "Ice Cream" "Luna", "It's You" are a great addition for summer and vacation playlists.
Jennifer is also part of the Hispanic Canadian Arts and Cultural Association Community as well as a member of the Mississauga Arts Council and Martys HUB Community.