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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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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Lillia Woolschlager
Associate Pianist
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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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Kim Lloyd-Eichenauer
Board Member
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Lennie Marsh
Board Member
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Lindsay Pekny
Board Member
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Dorothy Powers
Board Member
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Danielle Wetle
Board Member