Our World Music
Aayna Bhatheja
Personal Profile
As the founder of Our World Music, my vision of creating a free resource for students to enrich their foundation in music and cultivate their unique voices is borne out of my life experience as a young woman of Indian descent. Not only this, but giving back to my community is a top priority as it is how I initially discovered my love for music.
For the past six years, I have actively engaged in many activities from the Speech and Debate team to my own club called Youth Health Club (providing education and support for persons living with Type 1 Diabetes). I am trained in Hindustani classical music and Tabla. I also am classically trained in Western-style singing of several genres and piano. I am a singer/songwriter and someone who loves to perform on any stage. I have won many awards in singing competitions across multiple categories and love to contribute my time as a volunteer to spread the love of music. Through my exposure to these diverse music genres, leadership opportunities, and speaking opportunities, I have found my voice and strive to empower others, particularly young women, to find their voice.
I plan to attend college in the fall of 2023 to study women and gender studies (and related fields), to gain knowledge, and to have experiences through which I can empower students to find their voice.

Melinda Wang
Personal Profile
Hello everyone! My name is Melinda Wang and I’m one of the instructors of Our World Music. I’m a high school senior who enjoys many activities like Speech and Debate and golf, and I’m also the founder of our school’s Asian Student Union club. I’m trained in piano. My goal as an instructor is to help students find their passions and their voice through music.

Shriya Katukuri
Personal Profile
Hi everyone! I’m Shriya Katukuri, one of the instructors of Our World Music. I’m a high school senior who is greatly involved in extracurriculars such as Speech and Debate and an environmental volunteer club, Water for the World. I am classically trained in Carnatic music and trained to play western style piano. I’m passionate as an instructor to help aspiring children express themselves through music!
