Meet Our Staff

Meet our OSMD teachers and faculty!

We can’t wait to meet you! Click on the picture to see their bio and a little more about them!!

Admin Staff

Amanda Loomis

Owner/Creative Director/Dance Staff

Taylor Brophy

Operations Director

Charito Rangel

Communications Director

Ava Krohn

Admin Staff

Aubrey Phelps

Admin Staff

Dance Staff

Haleigh Nelson

Hip Hop/ Acro/ Ballet/ Lyrical

Molly Patera

Jazz/Tap/Ballet/Contemporary/Hip Hop

Natalie Ashbrook

Ballet/Pointe/Lyrical/Contemporary/Competition

Portia Reams

Hip Hop/Acro/Ballet/Jazz

Peyton Banks

Jazz/ Contemporary/ Lyrical

Rebekah Rapoza

Ballet/ Lyrical

Music Staff

Abby Layne

Violin/ Viola/ Guitar/ Piano

Ben Keyes

Piano/ Guitar

Brandon Armstrong

Drums/ Guitar/ Piano

Cheryl Moore

Piano/ Guitar/ Ukulele/ Sing & Play

Christine Ngyuen

Piano/ Flute/ Ukulele

Collin Smith

Guitar/ Drums/ Piano/ Saxophone

Emery Leitch

Voice/ Sing & Play/ Piano

LaShanna Adams

Voice

Mary Mancuso

Voice/ Musical Theatre

Matt Hackett

Saxophone/ Flute/ Clarinet/ Piano/ Oboe

Tim Aulner

Horn/ Trumpet/ Baritone/ Piano

Tommy Roustio

Drums/ Piano

Tony Johnson

Piano

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Mar 6, 2025

Camps

Why Summer Dance Camps Are a Great Way to Try Dance

Why Summer Dance Camps Are a Great Way to Try Dance Summer is the perfect time for kids to explore new activities, and dance is no exception! If your child…

Feb 27, 2025

Music Lessons

Music Lessons: What Every Parent Should Know

Getting Started with Music Lessons: What Every Parent Should Know Introducing your child to music lessons is an exciting step! Whether they dream of playing the piano, strumming a guitar,…

Feb 25, 2025

Dance Classes

Beginner Teen in Dance: How to Get Started without Feeling Behind

Beginner Teen in Dance: How Tweens & Teens Can Get Started Dancing Without Feeling Behind Starting dance as a teen can feel a little intimidating—especially when you see kids who…

Ballet Class | Omaha School of Music and Dance

Feb 13, 2025

Dance Classes

The Best Dance Styles for Preschoolers

The Best Dance Styles for Preschoolers Dance is a fantastic activity for preschoolers, helping them develop coordination, confidence, and a love for movement. But with so many dance styles out…

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Feb 6, 2025

Recitals

How to Overcome Stage Fright in Music and Dance

How to Overcome Stage Fright in Music and Dance Stage fright is a natural part of performing, whether you’re singing your heart out or dancing your way across the stage.…

Jan 23, 2025

Music Music Lessons

Finding Your Inner Voice Through Singing Lessons

Finding Your Inner Voice Through Singing Lessons Have you ever found yourself humming a tune or belting out a favorite song when no one is around? Singing is a universal…

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Jan 16, 2025

Camps Musical Theatre

Fill Your Kiddo’s Summer with Drama (In a Good Way!) at Musical Theatre Camp

Fill Your Kiddo’s Summer with Drama (In a Good Way!) at Musical Theatre Camp When summer rolls around, parents everywhere look for activities to keep their kids engaged, entertained, and…

Jan 9, 2025

Dance Recitals

Dance Recital: A Celebration of Growth and Joy in the Dance Journey

Dance Recital: A Celebration of Growth and Joy in the Dance Journey Dance recitals are more than just an opportunity for dancers to shine on stage—they are a vibrant celebration…

Dec 19, 2024

Dance Classes

Embracing Ballet Lessons

Embracing Ballet Lessons: The Art of Small Details and Big Rewards Taking ballet classes is much more than learning to move gracefully across the floor. It is a journey into…

Pre Hip-Hop / Jazz Dance Class | Omaha School of Music and Dance

Dec 12, 2024

Camps Dance

Make This Summer Sparkle with Dance Camp

Make This Summer Sparkle with Dance Camp: Fun, Friendship, and Fresh Energy Summer is the perfect season for kids to explore new hobbies, make friends, and enjoy active play. While…

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Meet our OSMD teachers and faculty!

Admin Staff

Amanda Loomis

Taylor Brophy

Charito Rangel

Ava Krohn

Aubrey Phelps

Dance Staff

Haleigh Nelson

Molly Patera

Natalie Ashbrook

Portia Reams

Peyton Banks

Rebekah Rapoza

Music Staff

Abby Layne

Ben Keyes

Brandon Armstrong

Cheryl Moore

Christine Ngyuen

Collin Smith

Emery Leitch

LaShanna Adams

Mary Mancuso

Matt Hackett

Tim Aulner

Tommy Roustio

Tony Johnson

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