Portland Youth Philharmonic

Senior Spotlight: Leo Trajano

Today, we’re celebrating graduating senior Leo Trajano!

This fall, Leo will attend The Glenn Gould School at The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto to study Violin Performance.

Before heading to Toronto, Leo was selected as one of just 16 musicians from around the world to participate in Chamber Music Northwest’s 2026 Young Artist Institute, an intensive summer program featuring some of the top high school string players in North America and beyond. The highly selective program brings together exceptional young artists for three weeks of chamber music study and performance under the guidance of internationally acclaimed faculty.

“My time with PYP has been fun, challenging, and enriching. I've made many good friends, and I've learned so much from Mr. Hattner, chamber coach Hae-Jin Kim, and my fellow student musicians.”

Congratulations, Leo! We’re incredibly proud of your accomplishments and can’t wait to see where your musical journey takes you next.

Recent PYP graduates: we’d love to feature you too! Send us a recent photo, your next steps after graduation, and a few words about your time at PYP for a chance to be featured in upcoming senior spotlights and alumni stories.

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Jessie Ginsberg 🎓

Today, we’re celebrating graduating senior Jessie Ginsberg!

This fall, Jessie will attend Ithaca College, pursuing a double degree in Music Education and Performance.

“I have met some of the most amazing people and musicians through PYP, and I will miss everyone so much. PYP has also been an incredible opportunity for me to grow as a musician, and I am forever thankful.”

Congratulations, Jessie! We’re proud of all that has been accomplished during time at PYP and can't wait to see what comes next. Wishing all the best in this exciting new chapter.

Recent PYP graduates: we’d love to feature you too! Send us a recent photo, your next steps after graduation, and a few words about your time at PYP for a chance to be featured in upcoming senior spotlights and alumni stories.