A Juilliard graduate and Tony Award nominee with an elite performance career on Broadway and in National Tours.
Marla is a world-class vocal educator and elite performer based in Thompson's Station, Tennessee. She graduated from the prestigious Juilliard School in New York with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Since then, she has enjoyed a remarkable career as a lead performer on Broadway, Off-Broadway, and in National Tours. Her artistry has also been featured in concerts, film, and television.
An internationally recognized talent, Marla was nominated for a Tony Award and has won the Drama Desk Award for Best Actress in a Musical. She has worked directly with celebrated composers, bringing professional insight that few instructors can offer.
Since 2008, Marla has shared her expertise through master-level instruction in Classical, Musical Theater, Jazz, Pop, and Country. She balances elite technical knowledge with a supportive approach to help students find their artistic voice.
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Marla teaches from her professional environment in Thompson's Station and offers high-definition online lessons nationwide. She focuses on balancing technical vocal mastery with character interpretation and stage presence.
Every instructor at Melody Music Studios, including Marla, undergoes our strict vetting process: Background checks, expert interviews, and reference verification.