CLASS OF 2029
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Eungi Lee
BIO
// School: Prospect High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Violin
Eungi Lee is a 10th grader currently attending Prospect High School. He has been playing the violin since he was 6 years old and has attended both the 2024 and 2025 CASMEC Junior High School All-State Concert Orchestra.
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Jihu Im
BIO
// School: Bellermine College Prepatory
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Bassoon
Jihu Im is a sophomore at Bellarmine College Preparatory. He has been playing the bassoon since 8th grade and is currently a member of the GSYO Senior Symphony Orchestra. Outside of music, he enjoys watching sports and likes cars
Alexander Bang
BIO
// School: Leigh High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Piano
Alex Bang is currently a sophomore at Leigh High School, and he has been playing piano since he was 7, alongside with learning the clarinet since 6th grade. He had won many competitions for piano, like winning the grand prize for the Silicon Valley Competition, prizes for 2023 San Francisco International Innovative Music Competition, CAPMT, among other things. He has made accomplishments for clarinet too, such as making the All State Junior High Band and the audition only wind ensemble at Leigh. Other than these musical abilities, Alex enjoys biking, hanging out with friends, reading, and listening to music.
Yeseong Kim
BIO
// School: Branham High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Clarinet
Yeseong Kim is a sophomore at Branham High School. He started playing the clarinet in 6th grade and is currently a senior member of the CPYO (California Philharmonic Youth Orchestra) and have join All State Concert Band 2025 High School Band. He also serves as a drummer in the youth worship band at his church. Outside of music, he enjoys taekwondo and workingout
Hajun Cho
BIO
// School: Cupertino High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Cello
Hajun Cho is a 10th-grade cellist and a member of the Golden State Youth Orchestra (GSYO). He has played cello for 6 years and has been actively involved in orchestral performance since elementary school. He haas also been competing in music competitions. He has won First Prize at the 2026 US International Open Music Competition, First Prize at the 2026 Charleston International Music Competition (Ensemble Division), and Third Prize at the 2026 American International Music Competition (Ensemble Division). Additionally, he was selected for the CASMEC All-State Honor Band in 8th grade. Outside of music, he enjoys playing volleyball, hanging out with his friends, and eating.
Jia Han
BIO
// School: Archbishop Mitty High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Clarinet
Jia Han is a sophomore at Archbishop Mitty High School. She began playing the clarinet in 6th grade and has been recognized for her musical achievements as a member of the 2025 All-State Junior High School Honor Band and the 2024 and 2025 All-Northern California Junior High School Honor Band. In addition to her dedication to music, Jia enjoys cooking, reading, and running in her free time.
Hajin Cho
BIO
// School: Archbishop Mitty High School
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Clarinet
Hajin Cho is a sophomore at Archbishop Mitty High School, and has been playing the clarinet since the 5th grade. She has participated in the All-State Junior High School Bands in 2024 and in 2025 as the first chair. She currently is a member of her school’s Wind Ensemble and the Golden State Youth Orchestra. Additionally, she has performed at Carnegie Hall as a member of the Honors Performance Series. Hajin has also received multiple awards at competitions like the US Open Music Competition, the Charleston Music Competition, and the Golden Prestige Competition.
Jamie Lee
BIO
// School: Bellarmine College Prepartory
// Years Active: 2025-Present
// Instrument: Flute
Jamie Lee is a sophomore at Bellarmine College Preparatory. He has been learning and playing the Flute for 5 years. Jamie has participated in many competitions and won several of them. Jamie has received Superior ratings in the CMEA Solo and Ensemble festivals for two years. Apart from music, He has a great passion for tennis and trains diligently. He consistently challenges himself through tournament participation and enjoys exercising with his friends.
Julia Hyun
BIO
// School: Cupertino High School
// Years Active: 2024-Present
// Instrument: Violin
Julia Hyun is a sophomore at Cupertino High School and has been playing the violin since 4th grade. She was a member of the GSYO and performed in the 2025 CASMEC All-State Junior High Honor String Orchestra. Julia also volunteered with KAMSA in 2025 and was selected for the Chamber Honor Ensemble Quartet at Valley Christian Junior High. Currently, she plays in the chamber orchestra at Cupertino High. Outside of music, she enjoys listening to music, playing tennis, and climbing.
