SMA KATY BRANCH
The SMA Katy Branch was established in 2017 to further spread our passion and to be able to share our music with a wider range of audiences.
The SMA Katy Branch was established in 2017 to further spread our passion and to be able to share our music with a wider range of audiences.
Advisor
Ho Sum Yu is a freshman at UT Austin. She has been playing the guzheng since she was 7 years old. |
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Vice President
Alexandra is a Jordan High School junior who is an active member of the school orchestra. She has extensive experience in music, as demonstrated through a passion for piano. For many years, Alex has performed in various venues and has many connections across Katy ISD. Aside from piano, she also has an interest in cello and music theory |
Co-Librarian
Kenneth is a sophomore at Tompkins High School. Kenneth is a violist that has been a member of the TMEA All-State Symphony and Philharmonic orchestras. He has also been awarded the Outstanding Performance award at the Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition which is awarded to the top 2-3% of all performers from the state. |
Co-Librarian
Russell Lao is a sophomore violist for Tompkins High School’s varsity sinfonia orchestra. He has participated in All-Region orchestra and enjoys volunteering at events such as the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and Katy YMCA’s Turkey Dash. His desire to further his contribution to his community is exemplified by his involvement in Key Club and NHS. Outside of viola, he plays both guitar and piano, a testament to his passion for music. |
Co-Historian/Co-Outreach
DaiQing He, also known as Selina He, is a co-president of Jordan High School orchestra and is in touch with many people in the Katy community, thus familiar with event planning. She has also done outreach in the non-profit organization Youth Inventa, encouraging many applicants to apply for the summer program. Other than that, she loved playing the violin and piano, starting music at the young age of 5, she is dedicated to this music organization. |
Co-Historian/Co-Outreach
Jeweet is a Freshman at Jordan High School. He is a cellist who was a member of the TMEA All-State Philharmonic Orchestra and TMEA All-Region Symphony Orchestra. He also enjoys playing piano |