The people behind the music

Meet the team.

Meet the founders and student ambassadors bringing live music into their communities.

Where it began

Our founders.

Andrew Dubin and Oscar Zwirn share a passion for chamber music and connecting people through performance.

CEO · Founder

Andrew Dubin

Andrew Dubin is a 16-year-old classical violin student of Ella Heifets at the Manhattan School of Music Precollege, and has been studying the violin for nearly 12 years. Andrew has received the gold prize from the 2025 Anselmo Violin Competition and 2026 American Protegé Competition, and has been granted bronze from the 2025 VITAS International Violin Competition. Though Andrew's focus is mainly centered on classical music, he is dedicated to exploring and performing various genres of music. Ultimately, however, his true passion lies in orchestral and ensemble playing.

COO · Founder

Oscar Zwirn

Oscar Zwirn is a 16-year-old classical bass student of Mark McCormick at the Manhattan School of Music Precollege (MSM), and has studied classical music for 11 years across both bass and cello. Oscar has received the silver medal from the 2026 Young Maestro International Competition. Serving as Principal Bassist of the MSM Precollege Symphony orchestra, Oscar is an incredibly passionate orchestral and ensemble musician. Aside from attending MSM, both Oscar and Andrew also attend Riverdale Country School, where they are close friends, playing chamber music together.

Beyond the rehearsal room

Making music. Making connections.

Our ambassadors.

Ambassadors build local LIH chapters, organize student musicians, and bring performances into their communities.

New Jersey

Taejin Shah

Ambassador

Taejin Shah is an accomplished young musician passionate about sharing the power of music with others. He studies at Juilliard Pre-College, has participated in NYO2, and co-founded Melodies With Meaning, demonstrating his dedication to musical achievement and community engagement. As a New Jersey Ambassador for Lifetimes in Harmony, Taejin helps bring the joy of live music to senior citizens, creating opportunities for meaningful connection and making music more accessible to older adults in his community.

New Jersey

Jaemin Shah

Ambassador

Jaemin Shah is a dedicated young musician passionate about using music to make a positive impact in his community. He studies at Manhattan School of Music Precollege, has attended the Meadowmount School of Music, and co-founded Melodies With Meaning, reflecting his commitment to musical excellence and community service. As a New Jersey Ambassador for Lifetimes in Harmony, Jaemin helps advance the organization’s mission of bringing free live music performances to senior citizens, fostering connection, joy, and meaningful intergenerational relationships through music.

Connecticut

Gabriel Simard

Ambassador

Gabriel Simard is a young classical composer and violinist. He has attended the Charles Ives Music Festival for 2 years, playing chamber music and in orchestra. He was also tied for second place in a state-wide composition competition and has participated in the Interlochen Arts Camp as a student of composition.

Buffalo, New York

Gryson Bae

Ambassador

Gryson Bae is an student with a strong passion for music and community service. He has participated as a first violinist in ECMEA and NYSSMA Area All-State for five years, serving as concertmaster of the NYSSMA Area All-State String Orchestra; he is currently in his second year with the Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra, where he serves as concertmaster, and has also attended Interlochen as a violinist in the World Youth Symphony Orchestra. Beyond performing, Gryson serves as secretary of Vision Possible Charity Concerts.

San Diego, California

Bodhi Landin

Ambassador

Bodhi Landin is a dedicated young pianist who has studied for over a decade, training at the French Conservatory of Music and attending summer programs at Interlochen. He has developed a strong interest in both performance and music theory, which he continues to explore through independent study and work with accomplished musicians. As a volunteer with Lifetimes in Harmony, Bodhi hopes to bring the joy of live performance to senior citizens, fostering meaningful connections within his community.

Honolulu, Hawaii

Evangeline Tjoeng

Ambassador

Evangeline Tjoeng's musical journey began at the age of three with private cello lessons, and she began playing in orchestra at the age of five, which encouraged her love for sharing music and connecting with others and led to opportunities for playing in front of many audiences. She is a member of her local youth symphony, has won and participated in statewide competitions and festivals, attended Interlochen as a WYSO cellist and has experience chairing and planning a nonprofit music competition. As an ambassador, she hopes to bring joy and celebration to people in her community and inspire others.

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