Learn More About Music Lessons at LAAPA
Thanks so much for your interest in music lessons at LAAPA! Below you'll find the highlights of our program offerings and general philosophy of teaching.
Who Do We Teach, What Programs are Offered?
At LAAPA our programs are available to kids, teens, and adults starting as early as 18 months with our "Preschool Music I" program. In our music program, we offer one on one weekly private lessons for children (beginning between ages 4-5), teens, and adults. In general, we encourage all new students to take advantage of our comprehensive music curriculum which focuses on technique, repertoire, terminology, sight-reading and ear training in each lesson. However, the needs and interests of each student are very different, and your teacher will tailor each lesson plan to your unique goals. At LAAPA we also believe that education in the performing arts should be fun! That's why our teachers strive to ensure that each and every lesson is not only progressive and goal oriented, but also enjoyable. Students are welcome to and encouraged to bring in songs that they'd like to learn - whatever the style may be.
Programs Offered
Check out our Music Lessons Homepage for more information on all available programs as well as recommended ages!
About our Faculty/Philosophy of Teaching
In addition to being professional musicians, our University trained faculty members are all carefully selected for their talents in education - specifically their abilities to effectively communicate key concepts to students in a variety of different ways. This ensures that students are always presented with a learning method most suited to his/her individual needs. Our faculty are here for one reason, and that is to help each student develop a love for the performing arts by sharing the skills necessary to play the songs he/she loves!
Attend In-Person or Online
LAAPA is one of the few schools in New Orleans to offer students the option of attending any of our programs online or in person! Students may additionally attend online some weeks and in-person other weeks should they choose.
What Styles of Music Do You Teach?
Our faculty members are quite diverse in their backgrounds. Some are heavily versed in the classics, and some prefer pop/rock/jazz. Whatever your musical tastes/interests may be, we have an instructor that we know you'll love!
What is the Tuition/Cost & How Long are Lessons?
Our tuition is $37.00 per half hour of instruction. Students may choose a 30, 45, or 60 minute weekly private lesson (with the longer lessons being more suited to students ages 10-up). Our membership fee is $50 annually. Instrument rentals are also available for drums, violin, guitar, and band instruments.
Complimentary Enrichment Classes & Workshops
At LAAPA, your membership includes the option to attend a variety of enrichment classes in addition to your primary lessons each week (at no extra cost). These are 45 minute group classes including: Music Theory Lab (ages 5-up), Songwriting Lab (ages 7-up), Vocal Lab (ages 7-up), Choreography Lab (ages 8-up), and Drama/Improv Lab (ages 7-up). A complimentary recording session is also available to all music students (ages 5-up) annually who are ready to release their music to the world or simply document their progress! See laapa.com/current-students/enrichment-classes for current enrichment class schedules!
In addition to our weekly Enrichment Classes, our music faculty host monthly makeup workshops should you ever miss your regular music lesson. As a part of our holistic approach for a well-rounded performing arts education, these one-hour workshops afford students with the opportunity to discover the vast world of music usually outside of the areas they will focus on in their private lessons. During these workshops, students will make new friends and can experience the talent and diversity of our entire faculty since you may book workshops with any teacher based on your availability and interest! Once enrolled, you'll have access to book all of these workshops or enrichment classes within the online application! Dance and Drama students are welcome to attend a similar level/style class as a makeup option by contacting the office in advance and getting the permission of the teacher. Once again, our enrichment classes and workshops are all inclusive of your membership and of course, completely optional!
Music Lessons for Kids
We have a variety of music program options for children as young as 18 months and up! Our youngest students begin in our Toddler Music program and private lessons begin between age 4-5! For beginning students, how do you know when the best time is to get started? Check out the link below!
Music Lessons for Adults
We love working with our adult students as well! Whether you've always wanted to start a new instrument or are a professional musician seeking additional coaching, we'd love to help!
What Happens if I Have to Miss a Lesson?
Life happens - we understand, things come up! LAAPA is one of the few schools in the area to offer makeup lessons for any reason with just 12 hours of advanced notice! LAAPA is the only school in the area to offer 1 hour makeup workshops for students! Whenever you miss a private music lesson, just inquire at the front desk to schedule a makeup workshop.
What are the Facilities Like?
Our three campuses are centrally located in Covington, Harahan, and Mandeville and are within a short driving distance from most areas in Greater New Orleans. All of our students have the option to attend in person or online in any of our music and dance programs! Our campuses and operating procedures meet and exceed all current health and safety guidelines. Our brand new state-of-the-art Lesson Planning Software allows students to receive all of their lesson plans in a digital notebook with audio/video clips from each lesson. Every lesson can be viewed on any device at any time so that you'll always be able to track progress.
We take great pride in ensuring that our facilities are regularly updated and offer the latest in educational technology. All of our teachers have access to in studio iPads and professional grade instruments/gear. Teachers and students have access to record demos and other projects at our Mandeville campus which boasts a full 32 track ProTools based recording studio with Steinway and Yamaha grand pianos, Korg Kronos & Nord Keyboards/Workstation, and premium microphones. You can take a virtual walk through of all campuses below!
What are the Performance Opportunities at LAAPA?
Our optional recitals are always a hit with parents and students! All of our music students have the opportunity to perform each December and June in professional auditoriums to share what they've learned with family and friends. Student performers range from complete beginners to very advanced students...so you will fit right in! Again though, recitals are completely optional. You can watch some of our students performing at our recitals throughout our website!
Scheduling/Registration:
For scheduling, please let us know what you are looking for Monday-Friday between 9 AM -8 PM and Saturday between 8 AM - 4 PM and we can make some suggestions for you!
Whenever you're ready to get started, it's quick and easy to enroll via the button below. If you'd like to explore a few different scheduling options when enrolling, just list your preferences in the notes section. Of course, we can confirm your registration right over the phone as well.
Summer Music & Dance Camps (ages 5-14)
Summer Camps are held each July for ages 5-14! These are a great option especially for beginning students unsure of their specific interests in the performing arts! Campers get to try out up to 6 of our instrumental/dance/drama programs each day. We then hold a performance showcase for families of campers at the end of each week. Camps are held each July from 9 AM - 3 PM at our Mandeville and River Ridge campuses. For tuition and this year's dates/themes, please laapa.com/camp.
Checkout our Brochure
Finally, here are a few direct links to our website that you may want to check out if you haven't already done so!
Whenever you're ready to get started, just let us know, and we can either pick out a schedule or setup a school tour to view our facility in person and see our students and teachers in action!
Take the Next Step and arrange your first lesson by enrolling online!
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Questions? Click below to check out our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Can't find the answers you're looking for? Call, text or email - we're here to help Monday-Thursday 8 AM - 9 PM, Friday 8 AM - 7:30 PM, and Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM.
Please note that during holiday breaks, the office will be open between 9 AM and 5 PM. It is always best to call the office before dropping by the Academy in person during holiday breaks.
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