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Covington School of Music 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.

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.

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. At LAAPA, our primary goal is to provide students of all ages with only the finest in arts education. It is for this reason that all instructors on staff are university trained professionals in their respective areas of expertise.
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  • Trumpet, Flute, Tuba, Guitar, Bass, Viola, Piano, Violin, Horn, Saxophone, Voice, Cello, Clarinet, Strings, Drums, Trombone
Reviews (12)
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Robin Reed Wallace
Aug 10, 2022
Great instruction! My daughter has been in the Preschool Music program for nearly four years (since age 1) and has loved every bit of it. Her cousin recently joined the class with her, and they both can't wait for their lesson each week. We're looking forward to the girls participating in the Christmas recital this year, as it will be a very special experience for the the two of them and for our entire family. We're looking forward to continuing our daughter's music instruction for many years to come, and can't wait for her to begin dance in the near future as well!
Sherry Tomeny
Aug 10, 2022
These are the most amazing kind generous thoughtful people we have been blessed to know. Our daughter takes piano and voice lessons. She has such an amazingly inspiring teacher with such a winning attitude! If you are looking for the right place with the right people who have great values and really cares..look no further..this is the place folks:) blessed to be a part of Covington school of music! Thanks Wanda, Chris, Bonnie, Robin, & all of the music family for bring such awesome people!
Kim White
Aug 10, 2022
Richard is my piano teacher, he is so encouraging and patient! My piano lessons gave me enough confidence to accompany my fiance in a song at church a few weeks ago. I love playing the piano, and am excited to see what other opportunities may come out of it. Thanks so much, Richard!
Karen Suedmeier
Aug 10, 2022
This is such a great music school. The owners and staff are caring and passionate. Their communication and organization is excellent. Thank you for contributing to our community!
Janine Schilleci
Aug 10, 2022
LAAPA has been a wonderful experience for my daughter, Gina, and myself. She has learned to play the violin...and her teacher is wonderful. Gina has won a trophy in her first concert and has made us very proud. I am well pleased with the school and would recommend it to any aspiring music lover. Gina also studies theory and is doing well. Having studied music and taught as well I can say that I am well pleased with her progress.
Stephanie Szuecs
Aug 10, 2022
I play the guitar and piano. I have attended the Mandeville School of Music for about two years. The teachers are amazing and make my lessons amusing. They make you learn while having fun. Having great lessons pushes me to practice more. My parents are very proud of me, and I enjoy being taught at LAAPA.
Taheerah B.
Mar 03, 2021
My 2 year old loves movement, so I was looking for a dance program that catered to toddlers. I found LAAPA, and after doing some online research, I called. A young lady answered ALL of my questions. Believe me, I had lots of questions. Hubby and I decided to put the little one in Parent and Me Ballet. Although it says Parent and Me, it is geared to help the tots learn the foundation of ballet.

Miss Mollie, her dance instructor, is a sweetheart! There are anywhere from 3-5 girls, and she is keeps them moving. She has so much patience, and her energy and smile makes any little one comfortable. My daughter loves coming here especially since Mommy and Daddy get to participate (a little).
Sandy Blum
Jun 15, 2020
Gianna is 3.5 she is in the Mommy and me class. Her teacher is Miss Savanah. I love this class because it welcomes grandmothers too! Miss Savanah is a good instructor because she gives these little ones enough freedom to be themselves while getting them to learn. We love it!
Katrea W.
May 01, 2019
LAAPA is an AMAZING music and dance school for all ages. They are very kid friendly. I have 2 kids, ages 6 and 9 who loves going to their music classes. We have been members at LAAPA going on 3 years at least. My daughter started with piano, and has moved on to drums and guitar with Mr. Bill, whom she loves and adores. And my 6 year old son started with violin at the age of 5, and really loves his teacher Ms. Denise.

They are both 5 Star teachers in my book. I definitely recommend this school to anyone, including kids with special needs. I have watched in AMAZEMENT how they work great with all walks of life. They are a blessing. Thank you for all you all do :-
Justin Klein
Nov 30, 2017
My daughter has been attending laapa for 6 months for singing and it has been wonderful. We recently increased our times from 30 mins to the 45 mins and are very pleased. All of the staff is very helpful and works great with the students.
Tohnya Holmes
Nov 23, 2017
Jaycee has been taking voice lessons with Mrs. Katarina for about four months. She was a little shy at first but she is improving with every lesson. Mrs. Katarina makes it fun for Jaycee but also teaches her theory as well.
Ernest Barrow
Jun 18, 2017
My daughter has been taking lessons for the last six months and the screechy singing from the back seat has turned into beautiful music.