WHIMSICAL ENSAMBLE
Our Musicians
Meet The Team
Kaylin Perez
(violin)
Violin, Viola & piano.
Began studying the violin at age eight and was admitted to the Florida Youth Orchestra the same year. She is currently Principal First Violin of the FYO Symphony and First Violin of its chamber quartet, and previously served as Concertmaster of the Miami Art Studio Orchestra. She made her solo debut at Carnegie Hall at age ten and has won over 40 awards, including the Charleston International Violin Competition. In 2025, she co-founded the Whimsical Ensemble, dedicated to music therapy, and has received recognition from the Cleveland Clinic Florida.
Katherime Perez
(cello)
Cello & Piano
Began learning piano at age 6 and is now at professional level 8. She started learning cello at age 12 and was accepted into the Florida Youth Orchestra that same year. She currently plays cello in the Florida Symphony Orchestra and the American Heritage Orchestra. She has won third place in the Opus National Competition and the Charleston International Music Competition. In 2025, she and her sister founded the Whimsical Ensemble, serving in community hospitals and nursing homes, and have received numerous awards from hospitals.
Zibo Nie
(viola)
Viola.
High school violist and passionate young musician. He is an enthusiastic community volunteer who actively participates in outreach performances and local service events. Beyond music, Zibo is deeply interested in robotics and technology, combining creativity with problem-solving as a robotics enthusiast and player. He is also an avid tennis lover who enjoys the challenge and teamwork that the sport brings.
Xingnuo Wang
(cello)
Middle School student. Musician at the Florida Youth Orchestra Symphony Orchestra.
Julie Ye
(violin)
American Heritage Student. Concert Master for the American Heritage School Orchestra. Concert Master at the 2026 All-State Orchestra. High School Beaux Art full scholarship.
Jayden Cheng
(cello)
All County & All State first cello. American Heritage Beaux Arts full scholarship recipient. First cello at American Heritage School Orchestra.
Andrew Chen
(violin)
Violinist at Florida Youth Orchestra. 2nd Place winner at the 2025 OPUS State Competition. American Heritage School Orchestra.
Dr. Huang
(Director)
Dr. Huang has gracefully accepted the arduous task of leading these young talented musicians and help them achieve new levels of musical excellence!
Ossie Perez
(Manager)
CEO at Sunny Road Driving School, has worked with teenagers for over 18 years. Founded the Whimsical Ensemble out of passion for the arts and a desire to provide a venue for young musicians to share their talent.