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Preparatory (Traditional) Lessons

Preparatory Private Lessons

CSA’s Prep program provides music lessons with a traditional approach on piano, violin, viola, cello and guitar. Our instructors hold advanced degrees, have extensive experience working with students of all levels and employ a variety of methods to meet individual needs and goals. CSA’s nurturing and creative environment builds character and equips students to become excellent artists.

Our Approach:

Ready to Begin?

Your child may begin Preparatory lessons at any time, pending teacher availability. Semesters run 15 weeks and include several performance opportunities. Follow the Steps to Enroll to begin your journey into Preparatory Instrument lessons at CSA.

Students playing guitar outside

Preparatory Program Events

Prep Jazz Pop Festival   

In this event held annually students enjoy an ensemble experience playing in a jazz trio or quartet.

Prep Scholarship Competition

First and second place winners from Jr division (gr 6-8) and Sr division (gr 9-12) perform in a concert and receive a prize in the form of CSA tuition credit.

Preparatory Program Honors Recital

Students nominated by their teachers are selected to perform on this recital.

Contact Us

Community School of the Arts

Armerding Center for Music and the Arts
501 College Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187

630.752.5567
csa@wheaton.edu