About
GG Orchestra is a Bay Area ensemble dedicated to presenting the most beloved music from video games, anime, and film—performed live with the care and craft of the concert hall.
Concerts
Full orchestral and chamber programs featuring game, anime, and film music across eras and genres.
Studio Work
Soundtrack recording projects with professional session services—delivering studio-quality orchestral recordings for video games, film, television, and multimedia, in collaboration with composers and production teams.
New Music
We collaborate with contemporary composers and present world premieres of newly commissioned works.
Leadership Team
Ania Filochowska
Ania Filochowska is a concert violinist, arts executive, and technology consultant blending world-class performance with innovative leadership. An alumna of the Curtis Institute and Juilliard, she co-founded the GG Orchestra, an ensemble dedicated to symphonic arrangements of video game and film scores. With a Stanford MBA and experience in the Karajan-Akademie of the Berliner Philharmoniker, Ania bridges the gap between classical tradition and modern multimedia storytelling, driving the future of immersive musical experiences.
Xiaofeng Dong
Xiaofeng Dong is a physicist, composer, and pianist working at the intersection of science, tech, and the arts. His research spans high-performance computing, cosmology and deep learning at Argonne National Lab, as well as music and artificial intelligence. He has performed with the New Music Ensemble, Jade Ensemble and the University of Chicago Symphony Orchestra; his compositions have been presented in world premieres in Chicago, and as a conductor he has led the commissioning and premiere of new works, with a focus on contemporary and cross-cultural repertoire. At GG, he focuses on elevating video game, anime, and film music through orchestral expression and exploring new forms of multimedia performance with artistic depth and innovation.
Jenna Himawan
Jenna Himawan is a software engineer who was drawn to the GG Orchestra through her love for video game, anime, and film scores. She has sung with the MIT Concert Choir and Ensemble Continuo, and she continues to explore this lifelong hobby in the a cappella group Alphabeat. She enjoys both sheet music and spreadsheets, and is glad to merge those interests through her role as the orchestra's Treasurer.
Hewen Ma
Hewen Ma holds an Artist Diploma from Rice University and a Master of Music from the New England Conservatory. Specializing in music pedagogy and performance, she has served as a faculty member at NYU Shanghai and as Head of Educational Development at the Shanghai Yunjian Symphony Orchestra. Her professional focus lies in curriculum development and the integration of music education within the professional symphonic landscape.
Kendrick Nguyen
Kendrick Nguyen is a scientific writer by day and the tireless social media coordinator for GG Orchestra by day and night. A devoted fan turned key contributor, he draws on his experience as Co-Founder and Marketing Lead of the Vietnamese Chemical Association, where he built the brand from scratch through dynamic visual and written content across Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. Kendrick also led marketing for the UC Chemical Symposium, managing social media, websites, programming, abstract booklets, and event flow for 100+ attendees. His performance experience includes bass/baritone singing with Santa Barbara Revels in large multidisciplinary productions, Board service in production logistics, and nonprofit storytelling for AVSPUS cultural events reaching up to 400 attendees.
Our Mission
We bring iconic soundtracks into the concert hall with artistry, storytelling, and a deep respect for the worlds that inspired them. Our season spans both large-scale orchestral concerts and intimate chamber performances—bridging genres, generations, and communities.
On Stage
From symphonic blockbusters to curated chamber sets, we present programs that celebrate video game, anime, and film music across eras and genres—performed with the precision and warmth of a professional concert experience.
New Works
We support today’s creators by commissioning new music and presenting world premieres, expanding the orchestral repertoire and spotlighting contemporary voices.
In the Studio
We build a dependable recording workflow for modern media—supporting high-quality sessions for streaming, video, and collaborative productions with composers and creators.
In the Community
Through outreach and charitable initiatives, we create more ways for people to experience orchestral music—making live performance welcoming, inclusive, and accessible.
Studio Recording Commissions
GG Orchestra considers studio recording commissions to produce orchestral soundtracks for video games, films, and television productions. We are available for session recording and collaborative projects tailored to your production needs.
For professional inquiries, please contact info@ggorchestra.org.
For general questions and inquiries, please contact: support@ggorchestra.org
Our Affiliations & Partners
Member of the League of American Orchestras, the premier national service organization dedicated to the growth and advocacy of more than 1,600 orchestras across North America.
Fiscally sponsored by InterMusic SF, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, allowing us to accept tax-deductible donations under their tax-exempt status.
Jinny's Music Studioin San Jose serves as the creative home for our weekly rehearsals. We appreciate their partnership and accommodation of our ensemble's rapid expansion.
Fully Executed ASCAP License to ensure that the original creators of the works we celebrate are supported and honored.
