COPA CANDIDATES

Hailey Cho

Hello! My name is Han Byeol Cho, and I am a first-year master's student in Piano Performance at Mannes School of Music. I moved to NY to pursue my studies with passion and purpose, and I have always believed in not just growing as an artist, but also as a member of a larger creative community. I am enthusiastic about connecting people, building ideas, and being part of something meaningful both on and off stage.

I am interested in becoming a student senator because I want to help build a stronger sense of community at COPA. As a performer and international student, I understand the value of feeling seen and supported, and I'd like to help create a space where more students feel connected, heard, and involved.

I believe representation starts with listening, I would actively talk to fellow students, especially those who may not usually speak up, and make sure their concerns and ideas are brought to the table. I want to be a bridge, not just a voice, between students and leadership.

COPA Large Ensemble Assistant – Mannes School of Music

Start Date: April 7, 2025 | New York, NY

- Appointed as a student assistant for COPA large ensemble program

- Assist with rehearsal operations, production setup, and communication between faculty and student performers

- Contribute to the performance process through logistical support and organizational collaborations.

Sotto Voce Crew – Founder & Director

April 2025 – Present | New York, NY

- Initiated a student-driven chamber performance project based in New York

- Aims to connect music students with real-world performance venues and collaborative opportunities

- Currently in the early development stage, building a peer network and strategic outreach model

Sotto Voce Music Studio – Owner & Director

January 2023 – Present | Seoul, South Korea

- Independently operate a private music rehearsal studio serving student and professional musicians

- Oversee scheduling, facilities, client communication, and marketing

- Studio is expanding into a community-focused platform for musicians and creatives

Sotto Voce Crew: It is a leading performance platform in development that aims to connect musicians with external venues and create a world performance experience. The platform also envisions a collaborative student community across institutions, with potential for content creation and social presence.

Advocacy for international student inclusion: Through my involvement with the student council and campus discussions, I support international students within the COPA community.