Meet the Singer
Chen Holtzman is an Israeli-American mezzo-soprano whose voice and charm have captivated audiences since she first took the stage as Cherubino in Mozart’s “Le nozze di Figaro.” Over the years, Chen has embraced comedic and dramatic roles like Prince Orlofsky in Strauss’s “Die Fledermaus,” and Madam Flora in Menotti’s “The Medium.”
Though Chenzie’s voice comfortably spans from Baroque to Musical Theater, her passion lies in performing trouser roles and characters playfully referred to as ‘Witches, Grinches, and Boys.’ In 2022, Chen performed with the Israeli Opera under the Meiter Opera Studio, adding more gems to her growing repertoire.
Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Chen has produced and performed the gala events “Pearls of Opera” and “Opera: Unplugged” which celebrate and introduce audiences to the rich tapestry of Opera.
Chen earned her Bachelor of Arts in Music from the Buchmann-Mehta School of Music at Tel-Aviv University and pursued further studies at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
What are your “day job” and Interests?
Why is it important for you to be a member of AMC?
As a soloist, I often perform on my own, but I deeply crave the social and communal experience of singing in a choir. Being a member of AMC allows me to be part of something larger, where the collective voices create something truly magical. The people are lovely, and there’s a special joy in making music together.
What impact do you want AMC to have on the community?
I want AMC to inspire the community through music, showing how powerful it can be. When many voices come together, it creates an effect that draws everyone in the room closer. It’s a unique experience that unites both the performers and the audience.