Hailey Hong is a violist from Fullerton, California, who has been playing viola for four years. She participated in the 2026 Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association (SCSBOA) as a violist and is currently a member of the 2026 Los Angeles Youth Philharmonic (LAYP), where she plays in both the orchestra and chamber ensemble. She also served as the Viola Section Leader at her middle school for two consecutive years. Hailey enjoys playing the viola because it gives her a way to express herself. Through music, she has learned the importance of practice and dedication. In the future, she hopes to continue growing as a musician and become a more confident performer. She also hopes to participate in bigger competitions and concerts.
Watch Hailey Eunjae Hong perform Suite 1 in G Major Prelude by Johann Sebastian Bach on the viola for the 2026 World Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.