Instructors
Our teachers hold advanced degrees and have extensive experience working with students of all levels and abilities.

At the Community School of the Arts, our instructors are our greatest asset. They are at the top of their field, with significant education and experience behind them. More than 65% of our instructors hold at least a Master’s degree in their respective instrument or field.
CSA instructors are professionally trained in their areas of expertise and are experienced in working with students of all ages, nurturing their students as they help them learn artistic expression while at the same time applying the discipline and joy of study in the arts to their everyday lives.
All CSA instructors complete background checks, participate in active-shooter drills on the Wheaton College campus and are DCFS mandated reporters.
Our instructors are dedicated to their students and have wonderful relationships with students and parents alike.
Marilyn Andersen, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki Piano/Suzuki Piano Teacher Training
Anita Arch, B.M.E.
Suzuki Violin and Viola
Dr. Beth A. Bauer, D.M.E., NCTM
Special Needs/Prep Piano
Carol Beilke, M.M., B.M.
Prep Piano
Kevin Brown, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki/Prep Guitar
Kathryn Cardwell
Early Childhood
Kathy Cathey, B.M.E.
Early Childhood, Prep Groups, CODA
Eurydice Choi, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki Piano
Diane Chou, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki Cello, Piano
Lilian Chou, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki/Prep Violin/Viola, Piano, ENCORE Director, Chamber Ensemble Coordinator
Emma Cooksey, B.M.
Early Childhood, CODA Program
Barbara Farley, M.M., B.M.
Prep Violin and Viola
Lisa Hirschmugl, M.M., B.M.
Viola/Violin, CAD Improv
Tobias James, B.M., M.M.
Suzuki/Prep Guitar
Jeanne Johannesen, B.M.E., M.M.
Suzuki Cello/Violin
Oksana Kovalev, B.M.
Suzuki Piano
Cheryl Lim, M.M., B.A.
Suzuki/Prep Piano
Sarah Lindquist, B.M.E.
Violin/Viola, Vivace Director
Carol Ourada, B.M.E.
Suzuki Cello, Violin/Viola
Christopher Pettit, B.M.
Suzuki/Prep Cello, Vivace
Emily Puntuzs, M.M., B.M.
Suzuki Viola/Violin
Ann Storm, M.A., B.A.
Early Childhood
Noel Streacker, B.M., M.M.
Adjunct Faculty, Director of Percussion Ensemble, CSA Special Needs Instructor