About LMK Studios

LMK Studios is a private piano teaching studio located in the heart of Downers Grove, operating out of St. Luke Church. The student-centered studio focuses on music as an outlet for creativity and self-expression.

Students from ages 5-75 enjoy private piano lessons, which culminate in recitals and other performance opportunities offered through the studio.

Three teachers serve over 60 students and their families. Louise Kelly, musician and Downers Grove local, is the primary teacher and director of the studio.

Teachers

Meet the team

Studio Director & Lead Piano Teacher

Louise Kelly

Louise Kelly is an accomplished music educator, pianist, singer/songwriter and performer. She has 10 years experience as a classroom music teacher and choral conductor.

North Central College, BA Music Education

Vandercook College, MA Music Education

PIano Teacher

Ellie Stankiewicz

Ellie Stankiewicz is a pianist, vocalist, student, and teacher. Her mother, a piano teacher, began Ellie on piano at an early age. She has performed piano in a variety of settings and has been acting and singing in musicals for 7 years.

Southeastern Michigan College, Associate's of the Arts

Currently enrolled at Wheaton College, BA.

Studio Policies

We have updated our studio policies for 2023! Find out how we handle payment, cancellations, and scheduling.