Clara Zhang, Executive Director
Clara is a senior at Highland Park High School in Illinois. She co-founded MusicConnects back in 2021. Clara is a classical pianist who is also enthusiastic about world music. She has had exposure to many musical instruments from around the world, such as the djembe, ukulele, ocarina, alto recorder, cabasa, vibraslap, guiro, clave, sleigh bells, wooden agogo, maracas, xylophone, marimba, organ, and harpsichord. She admires how each instrument can produce unique music and is fascinated by compositions that synthesize non-Western influences. She hopes to give others the joy to experience various music and show the value of artistic diversity through MusicConnects.
Jeremy Weisskopf, Fundraising Director
Jeremy is a senior at Highland Park High School in Illinois. He is a music enthusiast with a deep love for every genre of music, including hip-hop, R&B, 80s, classical, and indie rock, as well as a special appreciation for music from cultures around the world. Through his work with MusicConnects, Jeremy seeks to inspire others to explore music beyond traditional boundaries and connect across cultural divides. His role in fostering global music appreciation aims to build a shared space for learning and celebrating musical diversity.
Eric Wang, Events and Community Performance Director
Eric is an eighth grader at Wilmette Junior High School in Illinois. He is a pianist and violist. Eric is passionate about all kinds of music and curious about the vast distinctions that have developed musically between different cultures. Eric hopes to spread his passion and curiosity to foster a more embracing and eager-to-learn community.
