Meet our Team
Our dedicated artistic and administrative staff are committed to inclusivity and to developing the entire child, from artistic excellence to social-emotional well-being.
Anima is governed by a community-based Board of Directors that oversees the business affairs of the Choir and is responsible for organizational growth in all facets.
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Evan Bruno
Artistic Director
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Joshua Velez
Principal Pianist
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Noah Christiansen
KidSingers Instructor & Prep Chorus Conductor
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Lillia Woolschlager
Associate Pianist
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Shannon Sprunger
Manager of Student & Family Engagement
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Kate Curran
Marketing Manager
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Theresa Olvera
Bookkeeping Manager
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Dr. Doreen Rao
Artistic Director Emerita
1972-1988 -

Emily Ellsworth
Artistic Director Emerita
1996-2018 -

William Buhr
Artist of Distinction
Principal Pianist, 1984-2025
Board of Directors
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Christina Lovely
President
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Nora Gile
Treasurer
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Kate Tebrugge
Secretary
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Eric Bergman
Board Member
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Lennie Marsh
Board Member
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Danielle Wetle
Board Member
Interested in joining our Board?
Anima Singers is seeking to grow its Board of Directors through an open call to community members in Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, and surrounding cities and towns.
