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Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts' Summer Music Camp and Summer Dance Camp begins in July and will be available at all three of its campuses in the New Orleans area!

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Brand New to Music Lessons or Dance Classes?

Unsure of Where to Start?

 

We understand that it can be difficult for beginners to feel like they are making an educated decision when ultimately choosing one school, teacher, or program over another.

 

It is for this reason that we've prepared two helpful articles so that you can find out what you need to know before getting started in music lessons or dance classes.

 

Read our articles entitled:

 

"Five Ways to Get the Most From Music Lessons"

and "Getting Started in Dance Classes"

 

Are We the Right Music & Dance School for You?

 

Variety of Programs offered to students ages birth-adult in one location.

 

Largest & Most Qualified Music & Dance Faculty in New Orleans.

 

Lessons that are fun and enjoyable!

 

Widest range of times available to fit your busy schedule.

 

Optional recitals so that your family and friends can share in your progress.

 

Outstanding customer service by our frontdesk staff so that our teachers focus only on teaching.

 

Professional facilities to ensure the finest possible learning experience.

Music Lessons and Dance Classes in Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, Hammond, New Orleans, LA

The Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts (LAAPA) is a private academy of the performing arts offering music lessons and dance classes at our three campus locations in Covington, Mandeville, and New Orleans, LA. Our schools serve students and parents from the surrounding communities of New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, River Ridge, Harahan, Slidell, Madisonville, and Folsom, LA.

 

Originally founded in 1978, the Academy is now in its 34th year of providing students of all ages with a lifetime appreciation for the performing arts here in the Greater New Orleans area.

 

At LAAPA we offer a wide variety of music and dance programs for children as well as adults. Our faculty members make each lesson fun and enjoy teaching students at all levels from beginning through advanced.

 

Our music and dance programs include electric & acoustic guitar, electric bass, voice, piano, violin, viola, cello, trumpet, french horn, trombone, tuba, flute, clarinet, saxophone, drums, composition, choir, rock band, jazz band, string ensemble, preschool music, ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, creative movement, parent and tot, and summer music and dance camps.

 

Why Take Music Lessons or Dance Classes?

 

Numerous studies have concluded that education in the performing arts increases memory and coordination skills, enhances student academic performance, increases self-esteem, and of course provides a wonderful creative and emotional outlet.

 

Trying to decide between a few different Music & Dance Schools or Instructors?

 

At LAAPA, we strive to make each lesson fun and enjoyable! We teach the songs, styles, and steps students are interested in learning! From classical, to rock/pop, jazz, blues, hip-hop, funk, christian, and more.

 

Whether you're a brand new beginner to the performing arts or experienced and ready to take your training to the next level, our professional, University Degreed Faculty will customize a lesson plan for you based on your needs and goals.

 

As a parent of student, we realize that you have many choices when selecting a school of music, school of dance, dance instructor, or a private music teacher. All schools and private instructors are not the same. We invite you to compare all programs, features, and options to see why more parents and students choose to enroll with LAAPA.

 

Faculty Lagniappe Lessons

Get quick lessons and performance tips from our music faculty members in our "Lagniappe Lesson" video series!

Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts - Offering Music Lessons and Dance Classes for All Ages in the Greater New Orleans area. Proudly serving the communities of Abita Springs, Covington, Folsom, Gretna, Hammond, Harahan, Harvey, Jefferson, Kenner, LaPlace, Mandeville, Madisonville, Metairie, New Orleans, Norco, River Ridge, and Slidell with Piano Lessons, Voice Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Violin Lessons, Trumpet Lessons, Saxophone Lessons, Pre-School Music Classes, Preschool Classes, Drum Lessons, Dance Classes, Ballet Classes, Hip Hop Classes, Tap Classes, Jazz Classes, Creative Movement Classes, Cello Lessons, Bass Lessons, Jazz Studies and more!

Watch our Students Perform

Currently featuring performances from our recent recitals!

Piano, Voice, Guitar, Violin, Saxophone, Flute, Trumpet, Jazz, Composition, Drum, and Preschool Music Lessons and Dance Classes at Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts - Offering Music Lessons and Dance Classes for All Ages - Proudly serving the communities of Abita Springs, Covington, Folsom, Gretna, Hammond, Harahan, Harvey, Jefferson, Kenner, LaPlace, Mandeville, Madisonville, Metairie, New Orleans, Norco, River Ridge, and Slidell!

Watch our Faculty Perform

Currently featuring performances from our recent Faculty Concert!