Music Production Studio / Songwriting

Michiah Jones

Piano, Production Studio

Originally from the beautiful island of Hawaii, Michiah's musical journey began at the age of seven with classical piano lessons, setting the stage for a lifelong passion for music. Raised in a musically enriched environment, Michiah further honed her skills at Maskai School of Music, and immersed herself in contemporary Christian and gospel music by playing in church. Her dedication led her to earn a Bachelor's degree in Music Production from Oral Roberts University!

At The Music Garden, Michiah is excited to share her expertise with students of all ages.In addition to teaching, Michiah will play a pivotal role in developing our new music production studio, expanding the programs offered to our community. With her diverse musical background and passion for teaching, Michiah is dedicated to helping students of The Music Garden explore their musical talents and achieve their goals!

Ashleigh McDaniel Spatz

Production Studio

Ashleigh McDaniel Spatz teaches music technology and manages Hall Pass Entertainment at Rising Starr Middle School. Her goal as a music educator is to inspire a love of learning, a love of music, and to help every student shine in their own unique way. Throughout her successful career she has taught music technology, elementary general music, chorus, and steel band in Atlanta Public Schools and throughout metro Atlanta. She has a passion for teaching teachers and is a national teacher leader with Nafme in the Connected Arts Network where she leads national professional learning communities once a month on standards-based music education.

She is the GMEA Music Technology Co-Chair for all music technology teachers in the state of Georgia. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Music from Mercer University and her Master of Music Education from Texas Tech University.  Ashleigh has been awarded multiple times for academic excellence. 

She is a proud mom to four rowdy and beautiful children, and she is so happy to bring innovative programs to The Music Garden!