Shortly after graduation, Maria was invited to rejoin the University of Kentucky Wind Ensemble for their tour of China. The ensemble performed in Suzhou, Changzhou, and Yangzhou as part of the Olympic Torch Relay Celebrations, and in Beijing, where they were hosted by the P.L.A. Military Band.

She has recently performed with the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra, One World Symphony, Astoria Symphony, Opera for Humanity Orchestra, Four Celtic Women, Princeton and in off-Broadway shows.

She also teaches privately in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.