Bright Beats Chapters & Leaders 

Ryan Qi
Founder & President

Ryan is a high school junior who has played piano for over ten years and performs percussion in his school’s concert and marching bands. His love for music and his experience growing up with a brother who has developmental challenges inspired him to start Bright Beats - a way to share the joy and connection that music brought to his own family.

Hasene DeviNirmalraj
Vice President - Communication & Outreach

Hasene is a high school sophomore who previously played piano and violin and is now an active member of her school’s choir and several afterschool choir clubs. Outside of music, she practices classical Indian dance and enjoys working with kids through community programs. She’s excited to be part of Bright Beats and help share the joy of music with others.

Zachary Qin
Vice President - Program & Volunteer

Zachary is a high school sophomore and has been playing piano for ten years. He believes that music is a universal language that connects everyone. Through Bright Beats, he hopes to share this connection and joy with others. He also enjoys photography and listening to music.

Amber  Cao
Vice President - Partnership & Impact

Amber is a high school junior and percussionist who began playing in fourth grade. She is an active performer in concert band, marching band, and orchestras such as AYPO. Amber enjoys helping children at Bright Beats grow more confident and expressive through music, and she she is excited to expand the program’s reach and impact through future events. 

Angelina Wang
President

Angelina is a high school senior and a passionate musician who plays both piano and violin for over eight years. She loves sharing her music with younger children and has seen how it can spark joy and confidence in their lives. Her experiences, combined with her love for music and service, inspired her to carry forward the mission of Bright Beats.

Sophia Zhao
Vice President

Sophia is a high school sophomore and young musician who plays piano and violin. She enjoys using music to connect with children and help them express themselves with confidence and joy. Her passion for creativity and community service inspires her to bring the Bright Beats mission to life in every session. 

Albert Prince
President

Albert is a high school freshman with a music scholarship, playing both piano and violin for over 9 years and singing for choirs. With months of teaching piano and violin experience, he understands the learning process of children and their passion for music and instruments. This has led him to reach out to Bright Beats, hoping to connect with those in need and share the joy of music. 

Mbalule Julian
President

Mr. Julian is the Founder of The African Child in Uganda. Coming from a humble background, he was inspired to dedicate his life to supporting children with disabilities after meeting a young boy with cerebral palsy. Mr. Julian now leads community programs and therapy sessions in Jinja, partnering with Bright Beats to bring inclusive music to children with special needs. 

Han Wang
President

Han Wang is a high school sophomore from China who has 10 years of drumset experience. He plays drums in the school band and has 3 years of experience on stage. Those stage moments taught him how powerful music is at bringing people together and creating a connection that makes everyone feel seen and heard. He's excited to join Bright Beats and build this connection for children to have fun.