Hailing originally from Colombia, Maria Olaya is a classical guitarist, music teacher, composer, and arranger who draws from many years of experience and a wealth of musical knowledge. Maria has performed and taught around the world, including appearances in Colombia, Germany, and all over the United States.  A frequent and active performer in the Pacific Northwest, Maria has played twice as the featured guitarist for the Portland Guitar Society.  Maria holds a Master of Arts in Guitar Performance from the University of Miami.  She has previously served as guitar instructor at Portland Community College and the MacPhail Center for the Arts.