Antra Jankava

Antra Jankava is an Associate Professor in the Department of Vocal Music at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music. She is also a prominent soloist at the Latvian National Opera, performing significant roles such as Carmen, Judith in Bela Bartok's Bluebeard's Castle, and other classical and contemporary vocal works.

• Educated at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music (1989), mentored by Professor Ludmila Brauna.

Her performance and research focus includes:

• Vocal Music and Opera Performance
• Classical and Contemporary Chamber Music
• Large-scale Vocal-Instrumental Works

She received the Latvian Great Music Award (1995) for her portrayal of Judith and chamber performances. In 2002, she recorded a CD with the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra, and her concert tours span all continents except Africa, Arctic, and Antarctica.