Award-Winning International Opera Soprano & GRAMMY Academy Member| Juilliard & Manhattan School of Music Graduate | 10+ Years of Teaching Experience | Conservatory Auditions, Vocal Technique & Artistr

Maria worked with me on my expression and how to truly connect with the words of a song. She also taught me techniques to improve my breath support and overall vocal skills. Maria sent helpful videos I could watch and practice at home to help me improve my singing. She always made valuable suggestions and gave encouraging feedback during our lesson. I learned a lot from working with her and truly enjoyed the experience.

Maria worked with me on my expression and how to truly connect with the words of a song. She also taught me techniques to improve my breath support and overall vocal skills. Maria sent helpful videos I could watch and practice at home to help me improve my singing. She always made valuable suggestions and gave encouraging feedback during our lesson. I learned a lot from working with her and truly enjoyed the experience.

Maria is a very patient and professional opera teacher. She teaches very carefully, and the training method is also very suitable for me. She can correct my previous incorrect voice and position. I benefited a lot after each class.

Maria is a wonderful classical voice teacher. I find her instruction to be both advanced and nuanced but also tangible to internalize. She is highly skilled at assessing the technical elements that students need to improve upon while advising quick solutions for vocal alignment.

I appreciate her understanding and instruction.

I first met Maria when she came to teach a masterclass where I was astonished by her velvety tone and wonderful stage presence. Maria is a wonderful teacher. She is extremely knowledgeable on technique and vocal health. She is also encouraging and accommodating. I was struggling with certain notes in the piece I’m working on and her approach helped me navigate through different registers. I appreciate most how kind she is and how wonderful of a teacher she is.

I had my first ever vocal lesson with Maria and it was such a great experience. She is so patient and gave Grey tips. She is super knowledgeable and she addressed all of my concerns even in the first visit. Nevertheless, I do want to return to her to expand into other areas and become a stronger singer in general. I’ve already noticed the difference in my vocal strength and confidence. She’s very passionate about her field. She is such a skilled singer, but is also able to pass on her knowledge to others.

I wholeheartedly recommend Maria Brea based on the remarkable impact she has had on my daughter. Maria is one of those rare teachers whose warmth, patience, and care are felt the moment you meet her. She is such a special, caring person, and she created an environment where my daughter felt safe, supported, and truly seen — something that allowed her to grow not just as a singer, but as a person.

I trust Maria completely because she has been fully invested in my daughter’s wellbeing and success from the very beginning. She listens deeply, understands exactly what my daughter needs, and guides her with both compassion and expert technique. The way she opened up my daughter’s voice — and her confidence — has been incredible to witness. Maria celebrates her strengths, helps her work through her challenges, and always shows up with a consistency and kindness that means so much.

Maria truly loves teaching, and it shows in every interaction. She helped my daughter prepare thoroughly for her college auditions and was even present at her prescreen recording sessions, offering steady support the entire way. Her dedication is rare and genuine.

When a teacher combines exceptional skill with such sincere humanity, the result is transformative — and that’s exactly what Maria has been for my daughter. She is an extraordinary mentor, and we are endlessly grateful for her.

If you’re looking for the best vocal coach in New York, look no further than María Fernanda Brea. She has an unmatched ability to discover and develop talents and vocal capacities in a way that no one else can. Her expertise, dedication, and keen ear make her the ultimate mentor for singers of all levels.

Beyond being an extraordinary vocal coach, María Fernanda Brea is also one of the finest lyric sopranos in New York and the world. Her deep understanding of vocal technique, artistry, and performance sets her apart as a truly exceptional teacher and singer.

If you want to unlock your full vocal potential, training with María Fernanda Brea is simply a must. Highly recommended!

When I first heard Maria sing, I felt a spark that compelled me to take lessons with her. She is an extraordinary teacher. In just a few lessons, I've noticed a transformation in my technique and a significant boost in my support. She is always there, ready to offer her invaluable advice and suggestions. I eagerly anticipate continuing my journey of learning from her and discovering my voice. You can trust that you will be in the very best hands.

She offers a fun and interactive class! Her classes are structured with great content and always has her students in mind with her kindness and patience.

Maria is wonderful because she recognizes your talents in whatever genre of music you choose. She’s very uplifting and is amazing at explaining techniques while also being great at putting you at ease.

Maria is amazing. She is so sweet, talented, and an incredible teacher. You will enjoy being her student!!

María is the best voice teacher I have every worked with. I am a professional performer and she has helped me grow as a singer more than any teacher I have had previously. She is kind, clear, and is incredibly supportive. She has superb technique and has made me a better, stronger singer. I am grateful to be her student!

An incredible person, powerful singer, and insightful, meticulous teacher.

If you like to sing opera the Old Italian style, Maria would be a perfect one to take lessons from. I have studied voice for years and have met many different teachers. Maria was the one who fits me the best. She has a clear concept of what correct singing is and can demonstrate the singing technique. She provides general guidance to the major goal of improving overall singing skills and also works on the details to prepare me for my performances. I highly recommend her to singers who want to make serious progress towards their operatic singing.

I love working with Maria. In the short time I have rekindled a passion for singing, a growth unimagined and an overriding. confidence. I attribute this all to Maria’s skilful tutelage and attention to detail. Her Inate ability to extract a quality in my voice I did not know existed. I could not have selected a more compassionate, wise and talented educator.
Maria has earned my full endorsement and my raving review as a most outstanding opera teacher and mentor

I recommend Maria Brea 100 percent!
Her detailed and knowledgeable approach to teaching is unparalleled. She has a profound understanding of vocal techniques because of her stage experience as well as her remarkable university training and always explains concepts clearly, ensuring you truly grasp the mechanics behind proper singing.
Maria is not only exceptionally skilled but also incredibly kind and patient. She creates a supportive and encouraging environment, making every lesson a pleasure. Her dedication to her students' progress is evident, and she tailors each session to meet your individual needs and goals.
If you're serious about learning how to sing properly, Maria Brea is the best voice teacher you will find on Superprof. She will help you unlock your full potential and take your singing to new heights.

I've studied with Maria Brea since I was in 7th grade, at 12-years-old. I had experience with playing music, I was a violinist first, but singing was a different ball game entirely. I wanted to go to LaGuardia High School, the best performing arts high school in NYC. I prepared two selections with Maria: a musical theater piece and an art song, in case I needed variety in my audition.
Since then, I was accepted into LaGuardia as a vocal major and continued studying with her. As a rising senior, I was accepted into Manhattan School of Music and Juilliard Pre-College, and I attended JPC as a voice student on a full scholarship. As a senior, for college, I was accepted into all of the schools I applied to: Bard Conservatory, The New School, Bostom Conservatory, Manhattan School of Music, Oberlin Conservatory, New England Conservatory, Northwestern, and The Juilliard School. As an incoming freshman at college, I'll be attending Northwestern as a dual-degree student in Vocal Performance and Social Policy with a full ride.
Frankly, Maria is a miracle worker if you've ever seen one. But the fact is that her teaching is not only helped by her in-depth knowledge on singing and anatomy, it's also helped by her as a person. Maria is one of the kindest people you will ever meet.
She teaches with a compassion that you won't meet in most teachers, especially if you compare how she teaches after a rehearsal to teachers who aren't even active performers anymore. With this compassion, musical intelligence, and drive to get the best out of you, I know without a doubt that if anyone studies with her, they will get something out of it. I wouldn't be half the musician, actor, singer or what have you if it wasn't for Maria's instruction and empathy. As someone who doesn't want to teach, if I ever became a teacher, it would most certainly be because of her.
If you take anything away from this review, I ask that you remember this: Whether you sing classical, musical theater, jazz, folk, or rap, you will learn something from Maria Brea. And I trust it will be something worth anyone's while.

Maria is an incredible teacher and mentor. Not only does she tell you what you are doing good and encourages you, but she tells you what’s wrong and how to fix it, and she demonstrates everything so clearly and I find it very easy to understand what she is saying. Her intelligence, kindness, and willingness to teach have helped me beyond words and I can already see that my voice is growing and improving over these past few weeks. I recommend lessons from Maria because she is a caring, kind, disciplined, and passionate teacher and singer. She is always there for me when I have questions and I feel lucky to have her as my voice teacher. ️

Maria Brea is incredible in everything she does. Her singing and teaching are priceless.
She not only helps you professionally but you also feel you are being healed wherever that healing is needed. Simply stunning!!!
Maxim Anikushin DMA pianist

Maria no es solo una cantante excepcional, es una Maestra maravillosa y dedicada.
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Maria is not only an exceptional singer, she is a wonderful and dedicated Teacher.

María ha sido una excelente profesora de canto para mi, exigiéndome dar el máximo en cada clase, con la firme intención de desarrollar y fortalecer mis habilidades a través del manejo de su pulcra y clara técnica vocal. Trabajo que aprecio y agradezco mucho, por su efectividad.
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María has been an excellent singing teacher for me, demanding that I give my best in each class, with the firm intention of developing and strengthening my skills through the use of her neat and clear vocal technique. Work that I appreciate and am very grateful for, for its effectiveness.

Maria is amazing best teacher I ever had ! She makes learning so much fun and believes in me even when I doubt myself.Her support gives us the confidence to tackle any challenge, making her the best teacher ever!

I have found Maria to be a teacher of outstanding reliability. Her ability to inspire and teach my daughter the essential tools and techniques for auditions and performances has been invaluable. I have been impressed by her professionalism and dedication towards her students. My daughter's admiration and gratitude towards her clearly indicates Maria's effectiveness as both an educator and mentor.

Maria is the most patient, supportive and caring teacher I have ever had. She is knowledgeable, uplifting and truly believes in her students. She takes the time to get to know you, your personal voice and goals as a singer. Maria always listens and just simply wants to see her students grow. She helped me find my voice and she can help you find yours too. Thank you Maria for all you do!!!

Maria is exceptionally kind and understanding! She creates a wonderfully positive environment and is super patient. She brings amazing artistry and knowledge to all aspects of her work as a teacher and performer

Ms. Brea is a wonderful teacher and accomplished musician. She is a master of her craft, knows how to communicate her ideas clearly and effectively, and is endlessly patient. She is a true pedagogue. I couldn't give a greater review.

I had such a great time learning with Maria!
I felt super comfortable and was able to understand everything I was being taught!
Maria thoroughly explained every technique
And made sure I was comfortable throughout the whole lesson! I cannot wait for my next class thank you Maria!

Maria is an incredible teacher. In my experience with her, I was a person who was very afraid to sing and she, working from my needs, found the right way for me to teach me. She is very empathic, demanding and disciplined; besides being the best example of someone disciplined and successful with singing. Seeing her classes with her is worth it a lot.

There’s so many wonderful things that I can say about Maria. First things first she’s willing to meet you where you’re at vocally and personally as well. She’s patient and persistent and does not give up on her students. The technique she teaches is the REAL DEAL. I will forever be grateful to her because of the improvement and influence that’s she’s had on me and my voice. I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend.