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Valentina Forte-Hernandez
Valentina Forte-Hernandez (she/her) is the Head of Operations at Chorus Studio, where she leads the systems, staffing, logistics, and day-to-day operations that keep the studio’s programs running smoothly and its community well supported.
Born in Berkeley and raised between Berkeley, Oakland, and New York City, Valentina grew up surrounded by music. Her family says she was singing and dancing before she could walk or talk, and some of her earliest favourites were Selena and Madonna. Spending part of her childhood near New York’s theatre district also sparked a lifelong love of musical theatre.
Tenacious.
Thoughtful.
Sharp.
She went on to study at Hampshire College before building a career in digital media, working in technical roles across film, animation, education, and the non-profit sector. Along the way, she continued pursuing creative work through film festivals, music events, art exhibitions, and other community-based projects.
Valentina first found Chorus Studio as a singer, joining Spotlight shortly after its launch and later becoming their Alto 2 section leader. Over the years, she took part in nearly every side of the studio — choir, private voice lessons, workshops, open mics, karaoke, and more — before joining the team as a part-time administrator.
She now serves as Head of Operations, bringing together her technical experience, operational instincts, and deep understanding of the member experience. She oversees the systems and structures that allow Chorus Studio’s programs, faculty, and community to function with consistency and care.
Singing at Chorus Studio became a transformative part of Valentina’s own life, and that experience gives her work a strong sense of purpose. She now helps build the behind-the-scenes structure that makes connection, confidence, and joy possible for hundreds of other singers.
When she’s singing for herself, she gravitates toward anything sassy, dramatic, or preferably both. Current favourites include Olivia Rodrigo, Lady Gaga, Yebba, SZA, No Doubt, and Teddy Swims.