Maria Freeman received her Masters of Music Degree from Manhattan School of Music Bachelors of Music Degree from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, and is a graduate of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC. She currently resides in New York City and is a member of Sigma Alpha Iota Music Sorority. This is her 3rd term as MMPCIA Secretary. Her interests include landmarks, parks, grants, and event planning.