Graduated Leaders
Alice Ma, Previous Co-President at Sugar Land Branch and Marketing Director (2023)
Alice Ma is a senior student at The Kinkaid School, and she is so excited continuing to be the Marketing Director for MOH, and lead the Sugar Land chapter as Co-President. Her number one passion is dance, which she started at the age of three. She did competitive dance for more than ten years at the Oriental Arts Education Center, winning numerous titles at national dance competitions like Starquest and Showstopper, Alice started joining the Kinkaid Dance Company (DCO) in her freshman year, currently she is serving as the President of DCO , and she is also Co-President of Chinese Club, Speaker Representative Chair for the Young Alumni Leaders, Senior Representative for the Curriculum Committee, and Dance Captain of the annual spring musical. In her free time, Alice loves to read, watch Netflix, skiing and swim. She hopes to spread her love of art and bring joy to others through dance in Music of Harmony!
Alice Ma is a senior student at The Kinkaid School, and she is so excited continuing to be the Marketing Director for MOH, and lead the Sugar Land chapter as Co-President. Her number one passion is dance, which she started at the age of three. She did competitive dance for more than ten years at the Oriental Arts Education Center, winning numerous titles at national dance competitions like Starquest and Showstopper, Alice started joining the Kinkaid Dance Company (DCO) in her freshman year, currently she is serving as the President of DCO , and she is also Co-President of Chinese Club, Speaker Representative Chair for the Young Alumni Leaders, Senior Representative for the Curriculum Committee, and Dance Captain of the annual spring musical. In her free time, Alice loves to read, watch Netflix, skiing and swim. She hopes to spread her love of art and bring joy to others through dance in Music of Harmony!
Philip Ma, Previous President at Sugar Land Branch (2023)
Philip is is a senior at Clements high school in Sugar Land, Texas. He loves music and sports. Philip has played piano for about 9 years and started when he was six. He started learning with Mr. Yifan Liu in Dallas. Since relocating to Sugar Land in the summer of 2018, he is a student of Mr. John Weems. Some music accomplishments include a 2nd place of 2018 Steinway Competition in Dallas, Finalist of 2019 MNTA 9th grade, Blinn College Young Pianists Competition- 2nd in 7th-8th grade (2019), 3rd place in 9th -10th grade (2020). 2018 Dallas Symphonic Festival Intermediate Concerto -3rd. 2017 Dallas Symphonic Festival Intermediate Sonatina- 1st . Other than music, Philip is an athlete in school. He played football in 7th and 8th grade, now he is a 110 m and 300 m hurdle runner in the high school track team. He wishes to bring joy to people through music
Philip is is a senior at Clements high school in Sugar Land, Texas. He loves music and sports. Philip has played piano for about 9 years and started when he was six. He started learning with Mr. Yifan Liu in Dallas. Since relocating to Sugar Land in the summer of 2018, he is a student of Mr. John Weems. Some music accomplishments include a 2nd place of 2018 Steinway Competition in Dallas, Finalist of 2019 MNTA 9th grade, Blinn College Young Pianists Competition- 2nd in 7th-8th grade (2019), 3rd place in 9th -10th grade (2020). 2018 Dallas Symphonic Festival Intermediate Concerto -3rd. 2017 Dallas Symphonic Festival Intermediate Sonatina- 1st . Other than music, Philip is an athlete in school. He played football in 7th and 8th grade, now he is a 110 m and 300 m hurdle runner in the high school track team. He wishes to bring joy to people through music
Daphne Chen, Previous Vice President at Memorial Branch (2023)
Daphne Chen is currently a rising junior at Memorial High School. She started her musical journey at age 7 on piano, and later transitioned into playing the oboe in 6th grade. Since then, she had been inseparable from music and participated in chamber orchestras such as Virtuosi of Houston as well as TMEA Region Band and Solo UIL on oboe. Alongside music and other art related hobbies, She always loves helping out in the community. As an officer in volunteer organization Art to Heart and the founder of her own non-profit club, Auxilium, she has been fortunate to experience as well as lead various charity and volunteer works. She exploits her passions for music and service in the most fulfilling way -- by giving back to the community through musical performances in MOH.
Daphne Chen is currently a rising junior at Memorial High School. She started her musical journey at age 7 on piano, and later transitioned into playing the oboe in 6th grade. Since then, she had been inseparable from music and participated in chamber orchestras such as Virtuosi of Houston as well as TMEA Region Band and Solo UIL on oboe. Alongside music and other art related hobbies, She always loves helping out in the community. As an officer in volunteer organization Art to Heart and the founder of her own non-profit club, Auxilium, she has been fortunate to experience as well as lead various charity and volunteer works. She exploits her passions for music and service in the most fulfilling way -- by giving back to the community through musical performances in MOH.
Lara Li, Previous Co-President at Memorial Branch (2023)
Lara Li is a rising senior at Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. She has been playing cello since she was 10 years old and now studies with Olive Chen. She has played in Houston Youth Symphony for two years and the region 13 and 23 Orchestra for 4 years collectively. Lara is also a competitive dancer. Her dance journey began when she was 4 years old ,and she currently trains at Oriental Arts Education Center with Mrs. Luo. Her awards include the top 5 finalists at Showstopper Nationals, Starbound Nationals, Revolution, Star Quest Regionals and Nationals, and Kids Artistic Revenue. She is very grateful to be able to spread her passion for the arts to create a better community
Lara Li is a rising senior at Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. She has been playing cello since she was 10 years old and now studies with Olive Chen. She has played in Houston Youth Symphony for two years and the region 13 and 23 Orchestra for 4 years collectively. Lara is also a competitive dancer. Her dance journey began when she was 4 years old ,and she currently trains at Oriental Arts Education Center with Mrs. Luo. Her awards include the top 5 finalists at Showstopper Nationals, Starbound Nationals, Revolution, Star Quest Regionals and Nationals, and Kids Artistic Revenue. She is very grateful to be able to spread her passion for the arts to create a better community
Miranda Li, Previous President at Memorial Branch (2023)
Miranda is a rising senior at The Kinkaid School. She has played violin with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra for the past 3 years and has won 2018 TMEA Honor Orchestra with them. Additionally, she was in the Region 23 Orchestras several times. She is also a pianist, and has won numerous awards at HFYAC, Blinn, TMTA, and more. Her other hobbies include dancing and debating. Miranda hopes to inspire many through her passion for music.
Miranda is a rising senior at The Kinkaid School. She has played violin with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra for the past 3 years and has won 2018 TMEA Honor Orchestra with them. Additionally, she was in the Region 23 Orchestras several times. She is also a pianist, and has won numerous awards at HFYAC, Blinn, TMTA, and more. Her other hobbies include dancing and debating. Miranda hopes to inspire many through her passion for music.
Claire Huang, Previous Vice President at Katy Branch (2023)
Claire is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School who has been a member of their marching band and Wind Ensemble for all four years of high school and their pit orchestra in 2020. She started playing the clarinet in 6th grade and has made the TMEA All-Region and Area bands as well as received gold medals at state solo and ensemble. She has also participated in competitions such as the Houston International Music Competition and was accepted into AFA Music Festival’s Symphony Orchestra for the summer of 2021. Aside from music, Claire enjoys spending time with friends and participates in a variety of organizations at school. She is an avid volunteer and believes that music can truly spread joy and bring people together.
Claire is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School who has been a member of their marching band and Wind Ensemble for all four years of high school and their pit orchestra in 2020. She started playing the clarinet in 6th grade and has made the TMEA All-Region and Area bands as well as received gold medals at state solo and ensemble. She has also participated in competitions such as the Houston International Music Competition and was accepted into AFA Music Festival’s Symphony Orchestra for the summer of 2021. Aside from music, Claire enjoys spending time with friends and participates in a variety of organizations at school. She is an avid volunteer and believes that music can truly spread joy and bring people together.
Evan Zhang, Previous Vice President at Katy Branch and Webmaster (2023)
Evan Zhang is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School who has played the clarinet for 2 years, and bass clarinet for 5 years. Throughout his music career, he has earned multiple awards spanning from TMEA All-State to UIL State Division 1 Solo. He has first introduced to the Bass Clarinet in his last year of middle school and since then he has always tried to find new opportunities to get better at his instrument. Throughout his life, he has had many hobbies and has recently taken interest in software development after seeing many technological advancements. He also enjoys working with others and likes using music to bring joy to the community.
Evan Zhang is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School who has played the clarinet for 2 years, and bass clarinet for 5 years. Throughout his music career, he has earned multiple awards spanning from TMEA All-State to UIL State Division 1 Solo. He has first introduced to the Bass Clarinet in his last year of middle school and since then he has always tried to find new opportunities to get better at his instrument. Throughout his life, he has had many hobbies and has recently taken interest in software development after seeing many technological advancements. He also enjoys working with others and likes using music to bring joy to the community.
Emily Ji, Previous President at Katy Branch (2023)
Emily is an incoming senior at Seven Lakes High School and has started to attend their varsity orchestra there. She has always had passion and enthusiasm towards music. She has enrolled in many music camps, stayed in Houston Youth Symphony for 5 years, and has joined music programs at her school every year. She has been learning Cello for 12 years, and her passion towards her instrument continues to burn. Not only does she love to play her instrument, but she also loves to meet new people, and most importantly, share her dedication towards music to everyone. She has earned many awards in debate, Chinese, sports, and others. “I love spreading and expressing my love and emotion for music.”
Emily is an incoming senior at Seven Lakes High School and has started to attend their varsity orchestra there. She has always had passion and enthusiasm towards music. She has enrolled in many music camps, stayed in Houston Youth Symphony for 5 years, and has joined music programs at her school every year. She has been learning Cello for 12 years, and her passion towards her instrument continues to burn. Not only does she love to play her instrument, but she also loves to meet new people, and most importantly, share her dedication towards music to everyone. She has earned many awards in debate, Chinese, sports, and others. “I love spreading and expressing my love and emotion for music.”
Hayden Miller, Previous Vice President at Houston Branch (2023)
- Hayden Miller is a senior in the classical piano department at the Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. He has won prizes in multiple competitions, including 3rd prize in the Houston International Music Competition, first place in the CMTA Concerto, Multi-Era Solo, and Sonata competitions, and been a finalist in the TMTA Performance Competition. His performances have featured on multiple radio programs (Encore Houston and The Houston Hour) and the Piano Texas, Brevard, and Curtis summer festivals. An avid collaborator, he has worked with musicians including Lucy Wang (from the Viano String Quartet) and Ryan Martin Bradshaw. Hayden has appeared in masterclasses with artists including Stanislav Ioudenitch, Anne-Marie McDermott, Angela Cheng, and Svetlana Smolina. He studies privately with Jennifer Hayghe and Piper Ward.
Joshua Cheng, Previous Vice President at Houston Branch (2023)
Joshua was born in 2004 in Carbondale, IL. He moved with his mom to Houston, Texas in July, 2019. He is a rising senior at Bellaire High School, Bellaire, TX. Joshua loves music, has started to learn piano at age 4 and violin at age 9. He has been active in all kinds of music activities at many different occasions and places - concert halls, churches, schools, farmer markets, nursing homes, wedding ceremonies, contests, community services, festivals, to tutoring, etc. Some of his music achievements include 2nd place, TMTA G10 Piano Solo, 2021; 1st violinist. Houston Youth Symphony (HYS) Symphony Orchestra (highest level). 2020/2021; 1st place, TMTA G9-10 Piano Concerto, 2020; 2nd place, 18th Blinn College Annual Young Pianist Competition, G9-10, 2020; 2nd place. Clear Lake Youth Concerto Competition, Senior (winning instrument: violin), 2020; TMEA All State Symphony Orchestra. 2020, 2021 (instrument: violin). With his talent, he will bring the joy to MOH!
Joshua was born in 2004 in Carbondale, IL. He moved with his mom to Houston, Texas in July, 2019. He is a rising senior at Bellaire High School, Bellaire, TX. Joshua loves music, has started to learn piano at age 4 and violin at age 9. He has been active in all kinds of music activities at many different occasions and places - concert halls, churches, schools, farmer markets, nursing homes, wedding ceremonies, contests, community services, festivals, to tutoring, etc. Some of his music achievements include 2nd place, TMTA G10 Piano Solo, 2021; 1st violinist. Houston Youth Symphony (HYS) Symphony Orchestra (highest level). 2020/2021; 1st place, TMTA G9-10 Piano Concerto, 2020; 2nd place, 18th Blinn College Annual Young Pianist Competition, G9-10, 2020; 2nd place. Clear Lake Youth Concerto Competition, Senior (winning instrument: violin), 2020; TMEA All State Symphony Orchestra. 2020, 2021 (instrument: violin). With his talent, he will bring the joy to MOH!
Weillison Hsu, Previous President at Houston Branch (2023)
Weillison Hsu is a senior at HSPVA who has been volunteering since 5th grade. He set up a Houston branch for Music of Harmony to expand its influence. He believes in the power of music and hopes to improve the quality of senior lives by promoting wellbeing and enriching the lives of more seniors in need. Weillison is active on the competition scene where he has won the Kuleshov International Piano Competition, 2022 Blinn College 11-12 Grade Division, 2021 KMTA Jazz Festival, 2020 TMTA Performance Contest, and 2019 Houston Forum Young Artist Contest. Also a violinist, Weillison has been a member of the first violin section in both the TMEA Region 23 Philharmonic Orchestra and the Houston Youth Symphony Philharmonia Orchestra. In his spare time, Weillison enjoys creating virtual music collaborations and reading biographies.
Weillison Hsu is a senior at HSPVA who has been volunteering since 5th grade. He set up a Houston branch for Music of Harmony to expand its influence. He believes in the power of music and hopes to improve the quality of senior lives by promoting wellbeing and enriching the lives of more seniors in need. Weillison is active on the competition scene where he has won the Kuleshov International Piano Competition, 2022 Blinn College 11-12 Grade Division, 2021 KMTA Jazz Festival, 2020 TMTA Performance Contest, and 2019 Houston Forum Young Artist Contest. Also a violinist, Weillison has been a member of the first violin section in both the TMEA Region 23 Philharmonic Orchestra and the Houston Youth Symphony Philharmonia Orchestra. In his spare time, Weillison enjoys creating virtual music collaborations and reading biographies.
Kevin Mo - Former Marketing Director
Kevin graduated from Taylor Highschool and was a member of the Taylor Percussion Program. He has two years of experience on marimba and was a tenor player for the drumline. Kevin’s interest in music started with piano lessons at the age of 10 and was accelerated as he entered band in Junior High as a percussionist. Since then, music has been a huge part of Kevin’s life and define many of his accomplishments. He was a part of a state-level band wind symphony at school and did well at region and solo and ensemble competitions. Despite a heavy focus on music, Kevin also stressed the academic part of his life and has many other hobbies such as tennis, volunteering, and reading
Kevin graduated from Taylor Highschool and was a member of the Taylor Percussion Program. He has two years of experience on marimba and was a tenor player for the drumline. Kevin’s interest in music started with piano lessons at the age of 10 and was accelerated as he entered band in Junior High as a percussionist. Since then, music has been a huge part of Kevin’s life and define many of his accomplishments. He was a part of a state-level band wind symphony at school and did well at region and solo and ensemble competitions. Despite a heavy focus on music, Kevin also stressed the academic part of his life and has many other hobbies such as tennis, volunteering, and reading
Daniel Chang
Daniel graduated from the Glenda Dawson High School. He started piano study at six with Alicia Shirley. Daniel has participated in many competitions and recitals. He was third and second place in the TMTA Performance Contest 2018 and 2019 respectively, first place in the 2020 Baylor-Waco Competition, third place in the 2019 Steinway Piano Competition, second place in the 2018 Solo Division and winner of Best Beethoven in the 2020 of South Texas Piano Competition. He was a performer in 2017-2018 Houston Young Artist Concert. Other than piano, Daniel enjoys reading, writing, aqua scaping, skiing, swimming, and stock trading. He swam in Dawson varsity swim team
Daniel graduated from the Glenda Dawson High School. He started piano study at six with Alicia Shirley. Daniel has participated in many competitions and recitals. He was third and second place in the TMTA Performance Contest 2018 and 2019 respectively, first place in the 2020 Baylor-Waco Competition, third place in the 2019 Steinway Piano Competition, second place in the 2018 Solo Division and winner of Best Beethoven in the 2020 of South Texas Piano Competition. He was a performer in 2017-2018 Houston Young Artist Concert. Other than piano, Daniel enjoys reading, writing, aqua scaping, skiing, swimming, and stock trading. He swam in Dawson varsity swim team
Timothy Cai, Former Co-President at Katy Branch
Timothy Cai was Co-President at Katy Branch. His passion is in wind instruments; specifically, saxophones of all shapes and sizes, but he did mainly play Alto. He has been learning saxophone since he was 10 years old, and music much longer before that, which gives him a decent history with the art. His passion and drive comes from his own desire to have a good time and to share that good time with everyone around him.
Timothy Cai was Co-President at Katy Branch. His passion is in wind instruments; specifically, saxophones of all shapes and sizes, but he did mainly play Alto. He has been learning saxophone since he was 10 years old, and music much longer before that, which gives him a decent history with the art. His passion and drive comes from his own desire to have a good time and to share that good time with everyone around him.
Derek Sun , Former Co-President at Katy Branch
Derek was born in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, grew up in the Washington DC area and Houston. He graduated from Seven Lakes High School in Katy. Music has always been a big part of his life. He started piano since he was 6 years old and saxophone since he was 9. He routinely attend musical recitals and solo competitions in University of Maryland, University of Houston and Rice University, and won third place in Forum Piano Jazz Festival in 2015 and 2017. Regarding saxophone, He has won first division at State Solo and Ensemble as well as Katy Young Artists Competition, and has competed in the All-Region audition numerous times. His brother Frank and him make an excellent duo and put on excellent shows including piano-piano and piano-sax duets.
Derek was born in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, grew up in the Washington DC area and Houston. He graduated from Seven Lakes High School in Katy. Music has always been a big part of his life. He started piano since he was 6 years old and saxophone since he was 9. He routinely attend musical recitals and solo competitions in University of Maryland, University of Houston and Rice University, and won third place in Forum Piano Jazz Festival in 2015 and 2017. Regarding saxophone, He has won first division at State Solo and Ensemble as well as Katy Young Artists Competition, and has competed in the All-Region audition numerous times. His brother Frank and him make an excellent duo and put on excellent shows including piano-piano and piano-sax duets.
Abhinav Basvoju
Abhinav Basvoju has been playing clarinet for over six years. His love and passion for the instrument has manifested in his outreach to senior homes. Since he started his musical journey, he has been enamored by performing for large audiences. He joined Music of Harmony in eighth grade and became a team leader in July of 2019. He appreciated that MOH has provided him with lifelong friends and has enriched his high school experience by providing him with a great way to spend his time helping others.
Abhinav Basvoju has been playing clarinet for over six years. His love and passion for the instrument has manifested in his outreach to senior homes. Since he started his musical journey, he has been enamored by performing for large audiences. He joined Music of Harmony in eighth grade and became a team leader in July of 2019. He appreciated that MOH has provided him with lifelong friends and has enriched his high school experience by providing him with a great way to spend his time helping others.
Jed Chen, Former Treasurer & Vice President at Katy Branch
Jed was Treasurer, Vice President at Katy Branch, and he graduated from Seven Lakes High School. He was drum major of the Seven Lakes Marching Band and was in the Wind Symphony at Seven Lakes. He performed with the Seven Lakes Symphony Orchestra which placed first in the TMEA Honor Orchestra Competition. Jed consistently made state with an ensemble, and he has played piano for over 9 years and clarinet for 7 years. He plays many different types of clarinets but mainly plays the Bb soprano clarinet. Jed is very passionate towards music and helping people
Jed was Treasurer, Vice President at Katy Branch, and he graduated from Seven Lakes High School. He was drum major of the Seven Lakes Marching Band and was in the Wind Symphony at Seven Lakes. He performed with the Seven Lakes Symphony Orchestra which placed first in the TMEA Honor Orchestra Competition. Jed consistently made state with an ensemble, and he has played piano for over 9 years and clarinet for 7 years. He plays many different types of clarinets but mainly plays the Bb soprano clarinet. Jed is very passionate towards music and helping people
Justin Li - Former President at Memorial Branch
Justin graduated from the Kinkaid School. At school, he played an active role in the orchestra, and was a member of the Fine Arts Leadership Board. He started his musical training at the age of 5, and enjoys being able to spread music to others within the community. Justin has performed as a soloist at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in late 2015 with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. Additionally, he has performed in the TMEA All-State Philharmonic Orchestra and sat principal cello in the TPSMEA All-State Orchestra. Some of his hobbies include eating, sleeping, and fantasy sports.
Justin graduated from the Kinkaid School. At school, he played an active role in the orchestra, and was a member of the Fine Arts Leadership Board. He started his musical training at the age of 5, and enjoys being able to spread music to others within the community. Justin has performed as a soloist at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in late 2015 with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. Additionally, he has performed in the TMEA All-State Philharmonic Orchestra and sat principal cello in the TPSMEA All-State Orchestra. Some of his hobbies include eating, sleeping, and fantasy sports.
Jason Ren, Former Co-President at Sugarland Branch
Jason Ren graduated from Clements High School. He has been studying piano under Mrs. Yanzi Lin since age 7. Jason has won “First Place with Special Honors” in the Sonatina and Sonata International Youth Piano Competition twice. He also won 1st place at the 2018 HMTA Young Artist concerto competition and performed with the Fort Bend symphony orchestra for the winner’s concert. Additionally, Jason loves doing math, swimming, coding on computers, and volunteering to entertain the elderly at various senior residences.
Jason Ren graduated from Clements High School. He has been studying piano under Mrs. Yanzi Lin since age 7. Jason has won “First Place with Special Honors” in the Sonatina and Sonata International Youth Piano Competition twice. He also won 1st place at the 2018 HMTA Young Artist concerto competition and performed with the Fort Bend symphony orchestra for the winner’s concert. Additionally, Jason loves doing math, swimming, coding on computers, and volunteering to entertain the elderly at various senior residences.
Randy Tan , Former Co-President at Sugarland Branch
Randy graduated from the Clements High School. He has been studying piano with John Weems and violin with Henry Rubin for 8 years. Randy has won various competitions for piano such as the 2019 Clear Lake Concerto Competition Senior Division, the 2019 South Texas Piano Competition Concerto Division and 2nd place in the South Texas Piano Competition Solo Division. Randy has also been in the String and Philharmonic orchestras in the TMEA All State Orchestra in 2017 and 2019. As a leader, Randy helped expand Music of Harmony and continued to organize future concerts
Randy graduated from the Clements High School. He has been studying piano with John Weems and violin with Henry Rubin for 8 years. Randy has won various competitions for piano such as the 2019 Clear Lake Concerto Competition Senior Division, the 2019 South Texas Piano Competition Concerto Division and 2nd place in the South Texas Piano Competition Solo Division. Randy has also been in the String and Philharmonic orchestras in the TMEA All State Orchestra in 2017 and 2019. As a leader, Randy helped expand Music of Harmony and continued to organize future concerts
Frank Sun
Frank is a rising sophomore at Seven Lakes High School As a young boy he has always loved music. He plays saxophone for his second year of honor band at his school and plays piano in his free time. He also enjoys doing duets with his brother Derek who he is very close to. The thing he likes about music so much is the ability for him to be creative and open with his mind. It has always put him in a better mood and spread happiness to others. He inspires to be better at both instruments, as well influencing people around him.
Frank is a rising sophomore at Seven Lakes High School As a young boy he has always loved music. He plays saxophone for his second year of honor band at his school and plays piano in his free time. He also enjoys doing duets with his brother Derek who he is very close to. The thing he likes about music so much is the ability for him to be creative and open with his mind. It has always put him in a better mood and spread happiness to others. He inspires to be better at both instruments, as well influencing people around him.
April Feng, Former President at Katy Branch
April is a senior at Seven Lakes High School and has been in the top orchestra there for all three years. In fact, she performed at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in late 2015 with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. She started playing the violin from a young age, and thoroughly enjoys being able to bring the joy of music to others. Furthermore, she has founded multiple ensembles that perform routinely around the community. At school, she is an academically outstanding student, and she holds many major leadership positions, such as yearbook editor in chief, National Junior Honor Society President, and concertmaster of the Honor Orchestra (for two consecutive years). Some of her hobbies include creating artwork, practicing kung fu, volunteering around the community, and reading novels. April believes that through the power of music, we can change the world for the better.
April is a senior at Seven Lakes High School and has been in the top orchestra there for all three years. In fact, she performed at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in late 2015 with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. She started playing the violin from a young age, and thoroughly enjoys being able to bring the joy of music to others. Furthermore, she has founded multiple ensembles that perform routinely around the community. At school, she is an academically outstanding student, and she holds many major leadership positions, such as yearbook editor in chief, National Junior Honor Society President, and concertmaster of the Honor Orchestra (for two consecutive years). Some of her hobbies include creating artwork, practicing kung fu, volunteering around the community, and reading novels. April believes that through the power of music, we can change the world for the better.
Rachel Gai, Former Vice President and webmaster at Katy Branch
Rachel Gai is a senior at The AWTY International School. She recognized her love for piano at the age of four and soon picked up guitar when she was 13. Not only does Rachel take great pleasure in music but she also loves film, photography, poetry, and especially dance. Rachel has shown her love for dance by winning numerous awards at regional and national competitions, as well as performing at a variety of events. Furthermore, through Music of Harmony, she hopes to spread her passion of art with others in her community.
Rachel Gai is a senior at The AWTY International School. She recognized her love for piano at the age of four and soon picked up guitar when she was 13. Not only does Rachel take great pleasure in music but she also loves film, photography, poetry, and especially dance. Rachel has shown her love for dance by winning numerous awards at regional and national competitions, as well as performing at a variety of events. Furthermore, through Music of Harmony, she hopes to spread her passion of art with others in her community.
Claire Zeng, Team Lead at Katy Branch
Claire Zeng is a 12th grader at the Texas Academy of Math and Science (TAMS). She has been playing violin since 5th grade. She performed as part of the TMEA Honor Orchestra Champions and has received 1’s at the Regional Solo and Ensemble Contest every year. Aside from music, Claire is the Honors Chemistry committee head for TAMS Academic Society and the events coordinator for TAMS Culinary Society. Her hobbies include reading, drawing/painting, baking, and volunteering in the community. Claire enjoys volunteering with Music of Harmony where she can make new friends, give back to the community through music, and bring happiness to others.
Claire Zeng is a 12th grader at the Texas Academy of Math and Science (TAMS). She has been playing violin since 5th grade. She performed as part of the TMEA Honor Orchestra Champions and has received 1’s at the Regional Solo and Ensemble Contest every year. Aside from music, Claire is the Honors Chemistry committee head for TAMS Academic Society and the events coordinator for TAMS Culinary Society. Her hobbies include reading, drawing/painting, baking, and volunteering in the community. Claire enjoys volunteering with Music of Harmony where she can make new friends, give back to the community through music, and bring happiness to others.
Peter Peng, Former President at Sugar Land Branch
Peter Peng is a senior at Dulles High School. He has been studying piano for 7 years under Mrs. Yanzi Lin. Peter has won Gold Medal in 2021 ADDGT, Third Prize in the Sonataina and Sonata International Youth Piano Competition of 2018, and Third Prize in the American Protoge in 2020. Apart from Piano, Peter has won two time State Champion for his grade level in chess, and fourth place in Nationals. During the summer, he participates in Autonomous Driving courses in his free time and has won the Robot Open Autonomous Racing (ROAR) internationla competition hosted at UC Berkeley. Peter hopes to continue spreading joy to everyone.
Peter Peng is a senior at Dulles High School. He has been studying piano for 7 years under Mrs. Yanzi Lin. Peter has won Gold Medal in 2021 ADDGT, Third Prize in the Sonataina and Sonata International Youth Piano Competition of 2018, and Third Prize in the American Protoge in 2020. Apart from Piano, Peter has won two time State Champion for his grade level in chess, and fourth place in Nationals. During the summer, he participates in Autonomous Driving courses in his free time and has won the Robot Open Autonomous Racing (ROAR) internationla competition hosted at UC Berkeley. Peter hopes to continue spreading joy to everyone.
Kelly Huang, Former Vice President at Sugar Land Branch
Kelly Huang is a senior at Dulles High School. Indulging in dance since she was 6-years-old, she has developed a passion for it and continues to show her devotion through years of commitment. For continuous years, she has attended dance classes, performances, and competitions. At these competitions, she has been recognized as a national and regional winner at Showstopper and KAR. In addition to her dedication in dance, the studious and competitive environment at Dulles High School has curated her diligent work ethic. Furthermore into her student life, she uses her digital design skills to create eye-catching media posts as a representative of Dulles StuCo and as the media director of GirlUp club.
Kelly Huang is a senior at Dulles High School. Indulging in dance since she was 6-years-old, she has developed a passion for it and continues to show her devotion through years of commitment. For continuous years, she has attended dance classes, performances, and competitions. At these competitions, she has been recognized as a national and regional winner at Showstopper and KAR. In addition to her dedication in dance, the studious and competitive environment at Dulles High School has curated her diligent work ethic. Furthermore into her student life, she uses her digital design skills to create eye-catching media posts as a representative of Dulles StuCo and as the media director of GirlUp club.
Peiyao Ning, Former President at Katy Branch
Peiyao is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School, and I have been a member of the school orchestra for all three years. I started playing viola in 6th grade, and I promoted to Honor Orchestra the next year. I performed at the 2019 TMEA Convention with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. I was also in the Region 23 Symphony Orchestra and currently in the top orchestra of Houston Youth Symphony. Moreover, I have been playing the piano for 7 years and have a great passion in music. Beside s music, some of my hobbies include jump rope, baking, reading, and exploring new things. I'm very eager to contribute to the society. I believe that I have the responsibility to give back to the community using my music talents, and music can bring happiness to everyone.
Peiyao is a senior at Cinco Ranch High School, and I have been a member of the school orchestra for all three years. I started playing viola in 6th grade, and I promoted to Honor Orchestra the next year. I performed at the 2019 TMEA Convention with the Beckendorff Honor Orchestra. I was also in the Region 23 Symphony Orchestra and currently in the top orchestra of Houston Youth Symphony. Moreover, I have been playing the piano for 7 years and have a great passion in music. Beside s music, some of my hobbies include jump rope, baking, reading, and exploring new things. I'm very eager to contribute to the society. I believe that I have the responsibility to give back to the community using my music talents, and music can bring happiness to everyone.
Pippi Hao, Former Vice President at Katy Branch
Pippi Hao is a Senior at Seven Lakes High School. She has been a clarinet player for 5 years, over which she has earned multiple TMEA Region placements and Solo and Ensemble 1st Divisions. She was also a member of the Seven Lakes Band program and is currently an inductee of the National Music Honor Society chapter at her school. She finds great enthusiasm in music and seeks opportunities to bring joy to the elders through her and her peer's musical performances platformed by Music of Harmony. Aside from music, Pippi is the Vice President of Seven Lakes High School's Asian Culture Club and National Chinese Honor Society and participates in a variety of other organizations. Her hobbies include figure skating, listening to jazz, and hanging out with friends. Her ultimate goals and visions in Music of Harmony are to spread happiness through music and bring the fruition of the hard work of youth performers like her to a greater mass.
Pippi Hao is a Senior at Seven Lakes High School. She has been a clarinet player for 5 years, over which she has earned multiple TMEA Region placements and Solo and Ensemble 1st Divisions. She was also a member of the Seven Lakes Band program and is currently an inductee of the National Music Honor Society chapter at her school. She finds great enthusiasm in music and seeks opportunities to bring joy to the elders through her and her peer's musical performances platformed by Music of Harmony. Aside from music, Pippi is the Vice President of Seven Lakes High School's Asian Culture Club and National Chinese Honor Society and participates in a variety of other organizations. Her hobbies include figure skating, listening to jazz, and hanging out with friends. Her ultimate goals and visions in Music of Harmony are to spread happiness through music and bring the fruition of the hard work of youth performers like her to a greater mass.
Antai Liu, Former Vice President at Katy Branch & Prior Webmaster
Antai Liu is a senior at Seven Lakes High School and has played the alto saxophone since middle school. He has earned several Division 1 scores for his UIL solos and has placed in Region 23 bands. He enjoys sharing his tastes in music with different people and listens to different kinds of music, whether it's pop or classical. Outside of music, he recognizes the importance of quality sleep and has attempted to balance his love for music between busy schoolwork and extracirricular commitments. Regardless of how hectic life gets, Antai is sure to always save a corner of his mind for music and for those who are willing to listen.
Antai Liu is a senior at Seven Lakes High School and has played the alto saxophone since middle school. He has earned several Division 1 scores for his UIL solos and has placed in Region 23 bands. He enjoys sharing his tastes in music with different people and listens to different kinds of music, whether it's pop or classical. Outside of music, he recognizes the importance of quality sleep and has attempted to balance his love for music between busy schoolwork and extracirricular commitments. Regardless of how hectic life gets, Antai is sure to always save a corner of his mind for music and for those who are willing to listen.
Matthew Ting, Former Vice President in Wind Instrument at Katy Branch
Matthew Ting is a Senior at Jordan High School who has been a flute player for over 6 years, and a volunteer with Music of Harmony for over 3. During his career as a musician, he has earned several Region 23 band placements and Division 1 scores in the UIL Solo & Ensemble contest. He has been part of the Jordan High School band and guard for 3 years as a symphonic band member and section leader. His hobbies include learning the ukulele and guitar, 3D modeling, and playing video games. Matthew hopes that, through his performance of beautiful, simple, and recognizable flute pieces with Music of Harmony, he can touch the lives of people who may feel neglected and forgotten with music imbued with passion, care, and love.
Matthew Ting is a Senior at Jordan High School who has been a flute player for over 6 years, and a volunteer with Music of Harmony for over 3. During his career as a musician, he has earned several Region 23 band placements and Division 1 scores in the UIL Solo & Ensemble contest. He has been part of the Jordan High School band and guard for 3 years as a symphonic band member and section leader. His hobbies include learning the ukulele and guitar, 3D modeling, and playing video games. Matthew hopes that, through his performance of beautiful, simple, and recognizable flute pieces with Music of Harmony, he can touch the lives of people who may feel neglected and forgotten with music imbued with passion, care, and love.
Sam Lin, Former Vice President in String Instrument at Katy Branch
Sam Lin is a Senior at Seven Lakes High School. He has played the violin for 6 years and is currently learning from Dr. Yuli Jiang. Sam’s musical achievements include being admitted to the 2021 TMEA All-State and Area Orchestras, placing in the Region 23 Orchestra for 4 consecutive years, participating in the 2019 State-winning Beckendorff Honor String Orchestra, as well as placing in the varsity orchestra in Seven Lakes High School. Aside from making music, Sam is also a dedicated runner in the Seven Lakes cross country and track and field team. Ultimately, Sam believes the end goal of making music is to share it with others, and doing so will make the world a better place.
Sam Lin is a Senior at Seven Lakes High School. He has played the violin for 6 years and is currently learning from Dr. Yuli Jiang. Sam’s musical achievements include being admitted to the 2021 TMEA All-State and Area Orchestras, placing in the Region 23 Orchestra for 4 consecutive years, participating in the 2019 State-winning Beckendorff Honor String Orchestra, as well as placing in the varsity orchestra in Seven Lakes High School. Aside from making music, Sam is also a dedicated runner in the Seven Lakes cross country and track and field team. Ultimately, Sam believes the end goal of making music is to share it with others, and doing so will make the world a better place.
David Chen, Former President at Sugar Land Branch
David Chen is a senior attending Clements High School in Sugar Land, TX. He has played cello for 7 years under the tutelage of Ms. Cindy Fu. As a cellist, David has received a superior rating at the 2021-2022 Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest. He has also been a member of the Houston Youth Symphony for 6 years. David currently plays in the Symphony Orchestra (highest level). He has auditioned for the TMEA 13 All-Area Orchestra twice and the TMEA 13 All-Region Orchestra 3 times. David has also volunteered at MOH and various other music organizations for 100+ hours. In his spare time, David enjoys playing chess and soccer. David’s active involvement in MOH will help senior citizens find joy in music.
David Chen is a senior attending Clements High School in Sugar Land, TX. He has played cello for 7 years under the tutelage of Ms. Cindy Fu. As a cellist, David has received a superior rating at the 2021-2022 Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest. He has also been a member of the Houston Youth Symphony for 6 years. David currently plays in the Symphony Orchestra (highest level). He has auditioned for the TMEA 13 All-Area Orchestra twice and the TMEA 13 All-Region Orchestra 3 times. David has also volunteered at MOH and various other music organizations for 100+ hours. In his spare time, David enjoys playing chess and soccer. David’s active involvement in MOH will help senior citizens find joy in music.
Peter Zhao, Former Co-President at Houston Branch
Peter Zhao is a senior at Bellaire High School. He loves origami, drawing, and playing his instruments. He has played clarinet for 6 years and saxophone for 2 years. Peter also swam competitively for HCAP until the start of coronavirus. Peter also loves hiking and skiing in the summer and winter breaks. He hopes to leave great memories through performing his music.
Peter Zhao is a senior at Bellaire High School. He loves origami, drawing, and playing his instruments. He has played clarinet for 6 years and saxophone for 2 years. Peter also swam competitively for HCAP until the start of coronavirus. Peter also loves hiking and skiing in the summer and winter breaks. He hopes to leave great memories through performing his music.
Vicky Cai, Former Vice President at Houston Branch
Vicky Cai is a Senior at the Emery/Weiner School, who has been playing piano for more than 9 years. Under current teacher, Dr. Richard Marshall of Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, Vicky has advanced to many new levels with recognitions including being inducted into the Houston Young Artists’ Concert, a program that conducts community outreach concerts in a similar way to MOH, and this year getting 2nd place in my division in the Baylor/Waco Piano Competition and 3rd in the statewide TMTA. Vicky has always had a strong inclination to assist, contribute to, and give back to the community, and MOH has been a great way to do that.
Vicky Cai is a Senior at the Emery/Weiner School, who has been playing piano for more than 9 years. Under current teacher, Dr. Richard Marshall of Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, Vicky has advanced to many new levels with recognitions including being inducted into the Houston Young Artists’ Concert, a program that conducts community outreach concerts in a similar way to MOH, and this year getting 2nd place in my division in the Baylor/Waco Piano Competition and 3rd in the statewide TMTA. Vicky has always had a strong inclination to assist, contribute to, and give back to the community, and MOH has been a great way to do that.