About us.
The LMMSA board is directed by passionate high school students who strive to make positive changes in their community through music. Their diverse backgrounds and unique experiences contribute to the success of each and every event.
Board
President
Paul Wang
Paul is an 11th grader at Handsworth Secondary School. From winning CMC in 2017 to being the Overall Winner at the Steinway Piano Competition in concerto and solo categories in 2023, he has amassed many other outstanding musical achievements. He also has piano students in the North Shore area, and is the co-president of the Handsworth Music Club. Outside of piano, he earned a distinction in the John Locke International Essay Competition at Oxford in 2023 and is a member of Rowing Canada Aviron and Deep Cove Rowing Club.
Vice President
Flora Tu
Flora is a 9th grader at Fraser Heights Secondary School. The musical awards she has accumulated throughout the years range from receiving scholarships and top scores at her local Langley Community Music School to placing first at Kiwanis music festivals. Outside of piano, she was also a volunteer at Calvary Church and is one of Vancouver Debate Academy’s teaching assistants. Recently, she has developed an interest in debate that placed her in the top 3 teams at the 38th Stanford Invitational, and the champion team and top speaker at LME regionals.
General Secretary
Dorant Wu
Dorant is an 11th grader attending Handsworth Secondary School. Dorant aims to act as an active conduit for communication, a manager of databases, and a record keeper for the organization. Outside of LMMSA, he participates in community service, such as contributing in coordinating and supervising children’s summer camps and volunteering at running events across the year. He is also a passionate badminton player and coach and an umpire for Badminton BC.
Director of Finance
Channing Chen
Channing has a deep-rooted passion for finance and business that spans several years, currently holding the role of Chief Executive Officer at British Columbia’s annual Beyond Business Case Competition, in addition to serving as the President of the Central Business Club. He also placed 2nd at BCIT’s 2022 case competition. Outside of the business world, Channing serves as the President of the BC Junior Chess Organization, and is the President for Central’s chess club, music club, and writing club.
Director of Marketing and Social Media
Muriel An
Muriel is a 10th grader at Handsworth Secondary School who has been consistently academically excellent, obtaining numerous subject awards through her school career. Muriel is also actively participating as a grade 10 representative in the student council. She communicates her ideas and opinions freely during meetings and advocates the concerns of her peers to improve the school community. In LMMSA, she is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among music students, promoting their talents, and creating a vibrant online presence that resonates with a wider audience.
Social Media Coordinator
Alice Zhou
Alice is an 11th grader studying at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School. She has collaborated with multiple orchestras in performing piano concertos, including the Wuhan Philharmonic Orchestra and the West Coast Symphony Orchestra. She has also won several awards in the Kiwanis Music Festivals and the Steinway Competition, while also being a part of the Steinway Young Artists’ Club. Apart from piano, Alice enjoys playing the violin and horseback riding.
Director of Media Design
Sissi Zhao
Sissi is a 12th grader at Handsworth Secondary who developed a deep connection with the world of fine arts at a young age. Having being trained in the fine arts/design field on a professional level since age 6, she was the t-shirt designer for Sole Street – Handsworth’s annual play. Her artwork from the Studio Arts 11/12 course has also been displayed at the local Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art. This year, Sissi is her school’s grad merch designer, as well as the cover designer for the 2023-2024 yearbook team.
Senior Home Coordinator
Kevin Shim
Kevin is an 11th grader at Handsworth Secondary School. He serves as the Vice-President of his school’s Math Club. Beyond Kevin’s academic pursuits, he contributes to the community by actively engaging in numerous school clubs including First Responders team, and a student-led organization dedicated to alleviating the homeless crisis in Vancouver. Additionally, he participates in environmental initiatives including garbage pick-ups, and volunteering in local events such as the Sun Run and BMO Run. His multifaceted involvement reflects a well-rounded and devoted individual.
Director of Photography
Marcus Chow
Marcus Chow is the Director of Photography and Digital Media for the Lower Mainland Music Student’s Association. His photography journey began in grade 9, right after he discovered Photography 10 as an elective. With three years of photography experience under his belt, Marcus has been an integral part of the Handsworth Yearbook Team for two years. He is enthusiastic and committed to capturing the cherished memories of our concerts.