West Viola Power, comprised of From the Top Fellows Eric Wang (17, viola), Ryan Lai (16, viola), Andrew Lee (16, viola) and Dai Nakagawa (18, viola), performs excerpts from Volcanic Ash for Viola Quartet by Chris Evan Hass. This dynamic and technically demanding work is brought to vivid life in the hands of these young musicians. Hold on tight as you experience the volcanic whirlwind!
Plano, Texas West Viola Power performs on Show 483.
West Viola Power (violas), 17-18, attend Plano West Senior High in Plano, Texas. The quartet is comprised of seniors Eric Wang and Dai Nakagawa and juniors Andy Lee and Ryan Lai. They have performed with various orchestras on several renowned venues, including the Midwest Clinic and Convention, Meyerson Symphony Center, and TMEA All-State Clinic/Convention as members of the Symphony Orchestra. They love to perform a wide array of music, from classical to pop to jazz.
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