Our Founders
Andy Yoon
Andrea Dechosa
Andrea Dechosa
Andy Yoon, a current student at Harvard University, has been playing piano since he was 6 and has been studying in the Piano Academy of the Peabody Institute. Throughout his career as a pianist, he has made many notable accomplishments
such as performing at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, while also winning prizes for many regional,
Andy Yoon, a current student at Harvard University, has been playing piano since he was 6 and has been studying in the Piano Academy of the Peabody Institute. Throughout his career as a pianist, he has made many notable accomplishments
such as performing at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, while also winning prizes for many regional, national, and international competitions. He is also a member of Maryland’s All State Orchestra as their only pianist, 2023. Besides piano, Andy is also a member of his school’s Concert and Jazz Band, playing both Alto and Tenor saxophone for his school.
Andrea Dechosa
Andrea Dechosa
Andrea Dechosa
Andrea Dechosa, a student at McDaniel College began playing violin at age 6 and currently studies with Mr. Vitaly Briskin. She has participated in the 2023 Maryland All State Senior Orchestra, 2023 Frederick All County Orchestra, and the 2022 Maryland All State Junior Orchestra. Andrea has won First Prize in the 2021 Baltimore Symphony Y
Andrea Dechosa, a student at McDaniel College began playing violin at age 6 and currently studies with Mr. Vitaly Briskin. She has participated in the 2023 Maryland All State Senior Orchestra, 2023 Frederick All County Orchestra, and the 2022 Maryland All State Junior Orchestra. Andrea has won First Prize in the 2021 Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition (Concert Orchestra). She also won the Grand Prize in the 2020 Frederick Optimist Club Competition. Andrea is a member of the Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra. Andrea enjoys basketball and baking.
Brandon Yoon
Andrea Dechosa
Brandon Yoon
Brandon Yoon, a student at Gilman School located in Baltimore Maryland, has a passion for the arts and sports. From the age of 8, Brandon started to learn violin. He has participated in many orchestras both in and out of school. Beyond the strings, Brandon enjoys both the challenges and serenity of golf and wrestling. With an urge of expl
Brandon Yoon, a student at Gilman School located in Baltimore Maryland, has a passion for the arts and sports. From the age of 8, Brandon started to learn violin. He has participated in many orchestras both in and out of school. Beyond the strings, Brandon enjoys both the challenges and serenity of golf and wrestling. With an urge of exploration and dedication, Brandon continues to embrace the power of creativity and expression.
Our TEAM
Charity Director
Community Development Director
Community Development Director
Nikhil Gupta is a student at the Gilman School in Baltimore, MD. He earnestly participates in music of all kinds, including Music Theater, Choir, a cappella, at school, and Vocology and the Peabody Conservatory. Outside of music, he is an avid photographer and has enjoyed learning to use his grandfathers 50 year 50-year-old film camera, a
Nikhil Gupta is a student at the Gilman School in Baltimore, MD. He earnestly participates in music of all kinds, including Music Theater, Choir, a cappella, at school, and Vocology and the Peabody Conservatory. Outside of music, he is an avid photographer and has enjoyed learning to use his grandfathers 50 year 50-year-old film camera, as well as a reader of all things John Steinbeck. He is excited to have the privilege to help his community.
Community Development Director
Community Development Director
Community Development Director
Hello, my name is Donovan Herb, I’m a senior at Gilman. My favorite classes are art and English. In my free time I like to paint, read, write, and watch movies - my favorites are the Secret Life of Walter Mitty and Heat. I am also a volunteer firefighter in Towson, and I love to travel and hike.
Youth Learning Director
Youth Learning Director
Youth Learning Director
Hi, my name is Kate Pearl and I’m a senior at Bryn Mawr. I’ve always loved art and have been drawing and playing piano since I was little. I’m excited to share my passion with others and I and hope to use my talents to help Baltimore City thrive.
Finance Director
Youth Learning Director
Youth Learning Director
Hi, I’m Brandon Wu and I’ll be managing finances for Mels4mems this year. I’m currently a junior at Gilman and I play the guitar. Outside of school I like meeting new people and listening to music. I’m looking forward to a great year with mels4mems!