What is SSA at UCSD?
We are the Symphonic Student Association at the University of California, San Diego!
We are UCSD's largest and most inclusive student-run classical music-oriented organization, for anyone interested in classical music, regardless of major or skill level.
Our Mission
The Symphonic Student Association at UC San Diego (SSA) is a student-run organization committed to fostering a community for students and community members who share an interest in classical music. SSA also strives to make classical music more accessible in the community by presenting regular free concerts and workshops both on and off campus.
SSA primarily rehearses its own chamber ensembles and presents yearly showcases at the Che Cafe (and more recently also at UCSD's Epstein Family Amphitheater). SSA selects music from various genres within classical music and aims to provide a great experience for both musicians and the audience regardless of prior exposure to classical music.
SSA is also the primary social platform for the UCSD Chamber Orchestra and hosts social events open to the entire UCSD community. In addition, SSA regularly performs at various gigs, local senior homes, and children's centers.
We have ways for you to be involved with SSA whether or not you play an instrument or not! You can subscribe to our newsletter, join our Discord, and follow us on Instagram! We hope to see you around!
How can I get involved?
Connect with us on social media!
We post updates about our rehearsals, performances, and events on our Instagram and Discord. Follow us and join our server to stay up to date!
Join our ensemble!
We are always looking for new members to join our ensemble regardless of skill level! If you are interested in joining, please email us at symphoni@ucsd.edu, and we'll provide any information you need.
Come to our events!
We host a variety of events throughout the year, including rehearsals, performances, trips to the San Diego Symphony, and social gatherings. RSVP to them on our member dashboard, and we'll send additional info as needed!
How do I become a member?
Become a member of SSA at UCSD to access our events, resources, and ensemble! Just create a free account through the membership portal by clicking on the link below. All skill levels and majors are welcome.
Sign up now!Board
Keene Chung
he/himPresident
Year: 4th year
Major: ICAM Music + Business Economics
Minor: Computer Science
Instrument: Flute
Zing Li
he/himVice President Internal
Year: 2nd year
Major: Political Science + Economics
Minor: Music
Instrument: Oboe
Ryan Jeffers
he/himVice President External, Finance Chair, Ensemble Chair
Year: 4th year
Major: Economics
Minor: Music
Instrument: Violin, Conductor
Nathan Luk
he/himSecretary
Year: 2nd year
Major: International Business + International Relations
Instrument: Piano, Clarinet
Mai Wong
she/theyAV Chair
Year: 4th year
Major: Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution
Instrument: French Horn
Elnaz Champiri
she/herPublicity Chair
Year: 2nd year
Major: Molecular & Cell Biology
Instrument: Violin
Daphne Ko
she/herPublicity Chair
Year: 1st year
Major: Molecular & Cell Biology
Instrument: Violin, Alto Sax
John Barreto
he/himFundraising Chair
Year: 1st year
Major: Applied Math
Instrument: Violin, Voice
Lina Benhaddouch
she/herSocial Chair
Year: 4th year
Major: Neurobiology
Instrument: Violin, Voice
Kayla Rodriguez
she/herUndergraduate Representative
Year: 3rd year
Major: Applied Math
Instrument: Flute
Finn Ong
he/himUndergraduate Representative
Year: 3rd year
Major: Environmental Systems EBE
Instrument: Trumpet
Linda Yun
she/herUndergraduate Representative
Year: 1st year
Major: Political Science: Data Analytics
Instrument: Piano
Jacob Kang
he/himUndergraduate Representative
Year: 1st year
Major: Bioinformatics
Instrument: Cello
Sylvia Zhang
she/herUndergraduate Representative
Year: 1st year
Major: Neurobiology
Instrument: Cello
Evan Gabriel
he/himUndergraduate Representative
Year: 2nd year
Major: Biochemistry
Instrument: Trumpet
Daniel Xu
he/himWebmaster
Year: 1st year
Major: Math-CS
Instrument: Violin