William is a sophomore at Portola High School. He began playing the drums in his freshman year as a part of marching band. He also participates in jazz band, playing the drumset for numerous concerts and gigs. He has been nominated for the Orange County Cappies Awards for his performance in the school musical “Curtains”.
Ashton is a senior at University High School of Irvine. He has won numerous violin awards from competitions such as the Golden Classical Music Competition and the Canadian International Music Competition, and has also participated in honor orchestras such as All-State (CASMEC), SCSBOA, and Donald Bren. He also has performed solo at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Blake Baek is a senior University High School of Irvine.
He started playing cello in 4th grade, and has since then achieved success in many competitions and performed solo at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles. Along with playing the cello, Blake enjoys playing guitar, piano, and sports, such as taekwondo and tennis.
Watch William Kim, Ashton Baek, and Blake Baek perform Audeamus by Clocks and Clouds on the drumset, violin, and cello for the 2025 Summer Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.