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Voice Teachers
John Proft
John Proft is a voice teacher and professional singer dedicated to the transformative power of music education. A graduate of the University of North Texas (B.M. Music Education) and Southern Methodist University (M.M. Choral Conducting), he has performed with nationally recognized ensembles including Grammy Award-winning Conspirare, Grammy-nominated Seraphic Fire, and the Santa Fe Desert Chorale. He has collaborated with renowned conductors such as Harry Christophers, Ton Koopman, and Craig Hella Johnson, and has recorded for labels including Harmonia Mundi, CORO, and Clarion. In addition to his performance career, John has taught voice at Westlake High School, Concordia University Texas, and Austin Community College. He is also a certified yoga instructor with training in yoga therapy and trauma-informed practices, which he incorporates into his teaching to promote healthy, sustainable vocal development. John is passionate about helping students grow as musicians, performers, and individuals.
Kylie Jensen
Kylie Jensen is a voice teacher, performer, and arts administrator based in Austin, Texas. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance with a minor in French from The University of Texas at Austin, where she participated in numerous ensembles and opera productions and served as music director of the co-ed a cappella group, The Ransom Notes. An active performer, Kylie sings with several Austin-area ensembles, including Texas Early Music Project, Inversion Ensemble, and Texas Bach Festival. She currently serves as a Choral Scholar at Shepherd of the Hills Christian Church and is a member of the administrative team for Austin Cantorum. As a voice teacher, Kylie is passionate about helping students develop strong vocal technique while cultivating a lifelong love of music. She strives to support each student's unique goals and finds great joy in inspiring the same enthusiasm for singing that has shaped her own musical journey.
Finley Hagan
Finley Hagan is an operatic soprano based in San Marcos, Texas. She recently earned her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Texas State University, where she studied under renowned mezzo-soprano Daveda Karanas. During her studies, she appeared in several opera productions, performing the roles of Amastre in Xerxes, Donna Eleonora in Prima la musica e poi le parole, Samuel in The Pirates of Penzance, and Mrs. Gobineau in The Medium. Finley furthered her training with Chicago Summer Opera, where she performed the role of Armida in Rinaldo. She has received recognition from both the TEXOMA NATS and NATS Southwest Texas Chapter competitions and was an active member of the international music fraternity Sigma Alpha Iota. Passionate about music education, Finley is excited to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with students as a voice teacher in the Anderson High School Choral Department.