Downers Grove North Private Lesson Studio Faculty

Every member of the DGN Orchestra is encouraged to take private lessons! Private study offers students an opportunity to work one-on-one with a specialist on their instrument and receive more individual attention than curricular orchestra classes can offer. Lessons are equally valuable for students at any skill level! That being said, it is strongly encouraged that a student takes private lessons if they are interested in auditioning for ILMEA District/All-State orchestras, performing at Solo & Ensemble, and/or advancing to membership in Symphonic Orchestra. 

We are proud to offer lessons during the school day at North High. Private lesson teachers are not district employees, but rather screened independent contractors. Payment for lessons is handled between the private instructor and the student's family. 

Students taking private lessons during the school day typically take ½ period lessons (25 minutes) once a week, and are scheduled during a study hall or music class. All private teachers are asked to adhere to a standard rate range for lesson time (typically $25-$30 per weekly lesson). Lesson rates at off-campus sites vary by teacher and their professional experience. 

If you are interested in lessons but may be limited by financial need, please reach out to a Ms. West about available financial assistance.

Meet our lesson studio faculty below! These are the teachers that come into the building regularly to provide lessons to students during, and after, the school day. 

Private Lesson Teacher Database
This database includes teachers who hold lessons both in and outside of the building.

All teachers who carry out instruction at DGN have undergone district background check procedures. 

The outside teachers on this list are professional recommendations, but are not affiliated with District 99 in any way.

Piano Accompanists

Are you or your student in need of an accompanist? Feel free to contact someone from our list below!

DGN Accompanist Recommendations

A list of accompanists our students have frequently used for auditions, solo & ensemble, and recitals.

With the exception of Ms. Lorimer, who serves as our on-site collaborative pianist, the accompanists on this list
are professional recommendations but are not affiliated with District 99 in any way.