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March 17, 2025 92 mins

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 6 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️

This episode is extra special because Mike sits down with Marla Moore, the owner of Ann Arbor Music Academy—and also his amazingly talented wife. Marla shares what it takes to run a thriving music school, how she’s built a strong community of students and instructors, and why helping others find their voice is her life’s work.

With over 100 students walking through the doors every week, Ann Arbor Music Academy has become a hub for creativity, mentorship, and growth. From coaching students through college auditions to teaching rappers how to improve their flow, Marla’s seen (and taught) it all!

🎵 Episode Highlights:

  • How Marla transformed a small studio into a full-fledged music academy 🎶
  • The growing pains of starting a business and overcoming imposter syndrome 💪
  • Why music education is more important than ever and how it impacts young minds 🎤
  • The power of community, mentorship, and creating a space for artistic growth 🎼
  • A behind-the-scenes look at Mike and Marla’s dynamic as a couple in business and life ❤️

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📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube:
👉 https://youtu.be/y3H--xbefu4

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