About Us
OUR MISSION
Originating from Briar Woods High School in Ashburn, Virginia, our chamber group performs a variety of classical music for the listening pleasure of audiences from all over with the intention of making a positive impact in our community. We hope to share our joy of music with others.
Founded in 2023 by Ryan Day, currently a junior at Briar Woods, the chamber group was assembled to serve the community by bringing high quality classical music performances . Read more about this talented group of musicians below!
MEET THE MUSICIANS
Jiho Lee
Michelle Chung
Alysa Yao
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.
Alysa Yao
Michelle Chung
Alysa Yao
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.
Michelle Chung
Michelle Chung
Michelle Chung
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.
Ryan Day
Ryan Day
Michelle Chung
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.
Eric Kim
Ryan Day
Eric Kim
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.