Emalina is a performer, music director, and educator who’s played at top venues like Carnegie Hall and Walt Disney Hall, and regularly performs with orchestras and in pit ensembles around the tri-state area. She studied at Cal State Long Beach and Rutgers, teaches with NJPAC, directs shows, and stays active in her Pacific Islander community through mentorship and advocacy. As a teacher, she focuses on creating inclusive, student-centered environments that nurture creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of music.