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December 2023 by Roma Amor O'Connor
3 of my kids are taking their lessons @laapa Mandeville and they loved it. Abigail just joined recently and enjoyed Dr. Vera’s teaching. Dr. Vera make it fun and very interactive.
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November 2023 by AnnaClaire Courville
I love taking the adult ballet classes here. Loreto is an amazing teacher who really takes the time to help each student individually. Would definitely recommend classes here.
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May 2023 by Kelly Wilkins
My son has just started learning the drums with Sean. He is loving it! Sean is so patient and encouraging regardless of the many many mistakes he makes. His confidence is building. First time he is actually wanting to do practice at home.
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April 2023 by M B
There isn't a single negative thing to be said about LAAPA. The staff are so friendly and helpful. My daughter has been taking piano lessons for two months with Mr. Ryan Kintz. She adores her lessons; Mr. Kintz is very patient and knows how to keep my daughter engaged in the lessons. Her favorite part is at the end of the lesson when they play duets - she on the piano and he on the guitar.
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April 2023 by Travis Thompson
James and the LAPA team are amazing. James is a kind and understanding instructor, but also cares about the important details, which is important to becoming a skilled musician. Take James for piano, young or old.
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March 2023 by Rachel Blanchard
My 4 1/2 year old daughter just started pre-hip hop/acro classes with Ms. Maddie a few weeks ago. She absolutely LOVES it! Ms. Maddie is so sweet and patient with all of the kids, and you can tell that they’re all having a great time. I love that they had a non-ballet option for my incredibly active girl. The available hours were perfect for us, and the pricing is extremely reasonable. Also, the recital costume is modest!! So happy about that!
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January 2023 by Shawna R. Smith
All three of my children have had a wonderful experience at LAAPA. Ms. Maddie is amazing and has a gift with the little ones (has patience of a saint). My oldest daughter is in the Dance Company and has truly blossomed here.
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January 2023 by Marjorie S.
Wonderful school were kids are supported and cherished. Maddie is professional, exceptional, and has a welcoming and warm attitude that puts parents and kids at ease. I greatly appreciate Maddie and LAAPA staff.
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October 2022 by Alisa Brown
My daughter has been a student at LAAPA for four years, and has recently begun instruction with Dr Vera this summer. Dr Vera has been amazing at helping her develop her vocal abilities and gain confidence in her voice. She has been reenergized in her music education and is loving the change of instruction.
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July 2022 by Jillian Sanger
My daughter and I look forward to the Parent & Tot class every week. Miss Madeline is patient and makes this class fun for everyone. The kids don’t even realize they are learning to dance. I highly recommend this class.
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May 2022 by Lauren Larter Heiman
My 5-year-old has been taking piano lessons with Sean at Mandeville School of Music and Dance LAAPA for the past few months. We are so happy with Sean’s approach and enthusiasm when interacting with our son, and we are impressed with the progress our son has made in his time with Sean. Sean is patient, kind and encouraging and our son looks forward to his weekly lessons. I highly recommend Sean for anyone who wants to get his/her child started in piano lessons!
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May 2022 by #9
My three children have been taking music lessons at the Mandeville School of Music & Dance for the past five-six years or so. The teachers and staff are great and go out of their way to make you feel at home. My oldest son started with piano lessons and currently studies with Dr. Vera. He was enjoying them so much and was constantly humming and singing around the house, so two years ago we got him started in voice lessons with Ms. Rebecca. My daughter also started in piano but then became interested in the violin and singing at summer music camp last year so we switched her over to voice lessons (also Ms. Rebecca) and violin lessons (Dr. Vera). After her lessons were over one week, she happened to notice the dancers practicing in their classroom - the facility has large observation windows (very safe and family friendly environment)- so anyway, she is now enrolled in dance classes with Mrs. Mary too! She’s a bit tired on Thursdays after all of that, but she is loving it and can’t wait to get her first ballerina costume for the recital! Oh and this past September, my five year old son got started in piano (also Dr. Vera). We also just upgraded our old 80’s Kimball piano to a 2008 upright which sounds so much better- now the only problem is that they are competing for bench time! We couldn’t be more pleased with everything.
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December 2021 by Carissa Chaves
My 6 year old daughter takes piano lessons with Angie and she is incredible. Angie has been unbelievably kind, caring and patient with my daughter. We highly recommended Angie and Mandeville School of Music.
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November 2021 by Kevin Burns
I was always debating on taking music lessons to learn the guitar and was a bit apprehensive about taking the first step, and after looking around I found the Mandeville School of Music. After the original meeting, I expressed that I was a complete beginner and wished for someone who could work with me. That's when i was introduced to my teacher Miles. I could not be happier. His expertise and his patience has made my experience wonderful. He has a wealth of knowledge in music and takes my interest in songs to help the trainings. I really appreciate how he will take the time to go over a lesson as many times as it takes for me to get it, and I never feel I am being rushed or just another class he has to teach. He really makes the lessons entertaining and wanting me to do better so I can show him what I was able to learn from him. Miles is a truly wonderful teacher and your school should be proud to have him as one of your instructors.Delfina
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September 2021 by Sam McGowan
My experience with Dr. Vera and LAAPA Mandeville has only been positive. I've taken private violin lessons most of my adult life, but I've never really enjoyed them. However, Dr. Vera and the LAAPA staff have changed that standard and set the bar so high. The highlight of my week was my lesson. Positive staff and positive energy. I am grateful to have met Dr. Vera, she has changed my outlook and experience and has made playing the violin something I truly enjoy again. Thank you!
