Portland Metropolitan Region

Claire Oh

Instructor

Claire is a 15-year-old freshman at Westview High School in Beaverton, Oregon. She has been learning the violin for seven years and currently studies under Hae-Jin Kim. Claire has been part of the Portland Youth Philharmonic Organization for six years and is currently a member of the Portland Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as the Camerata Chamber Orchestra.

She has competed in several OMTA festivals, attended summer music programs including the Brevard Music Festival, University of Oregon String Camp, JIYO International Orchestra, Portland String Ensemble and more. Claire has also participated in the Oregon All-State program and Oregon Solo and Ensemble Competition throughout this past year.

This is now Claire’s second year in Project Prelude, and she is looking forward to continuing to share her passion for music and help inspiring younger students!

Outside of music, Claire enjoys baking and cooking, hanging out with her friends, playing sports, and going on runs.

(Fall 2026)