About Us

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Violin 1

Jiho Lee is one of the most accomplished youth violinists in the area. Having played for almost 8 years now, she has had the opportunity to play with various prestigious youth orchestras. She has scored high chairs in both the Northern Regional Orchestra and the All Loudoun County Orchestra. Currently, she plays with the American Youth Philharmonic, one of the most reputable youth orchestras in the nation. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music and hanging out with friends.

Violin 2

Alysa Yao began playing nearly 7 years ago, boasting a variety of accomplishments. She has scored high seatings in both the Northern Regional Orchestra and All Loudoun County Orchestra. In addition, she has participated in the Governor's School for Performing Arts as well as in the LSYO Philharmonic Orchestra, the premier ensemble in Loudoun County. In her free time, she enjoys baking and watching movies.

Viola

Michelle Chung started playing nearly 7 years ago and possesses an array of accomplishments. She has scored high chairs in both the All Loudoun County Orchestra and the LSYO Philharmonic, the premier ensemble in Loudoun County. In 2022, Chung was admitted into the Northern Regional Orchestra. In her free time, she enjoys baking and drawing.

Cello

Ryan Day is an accomplished cellist in Northern Virginia. He has been playing for nearly 7 years now and holds a variety of accomplishments. Day served as principal cellist of the American Youth Symphonic Orchestra for their 58th season. Subsequently, Day was appointed 3rd chair of the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the most prestigious youth orchestras in the nation. He also played in the All Loudoun County Orchestra for 2 years in a row. In his free time, he enjoys photography and listening to music.

Cello

Having played for 9 years now, Eric Kim is no stranger to the classical scene. A distinguished cellist, Kim has been able to score 2nd chair in the Northern Regional Orchestra and currently plays with the American Youth Symphonic Orchestra. In his free time, he enjoys reading and studying.