Mariela Palencia, Soprano

Classical Vocal Performance & Artistry

Experience the timeless beauty of classical voice – from opera arias to concert recitals, every note tells a story.

Biography
Biography
Peabody Institute Class of 2026

Mariela Palencia is a classically trained vocalist and pianist from the Washington DC area.  She is an undergraduate at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University where she is a vocal performance major in the studio of Elizabeth Futral. 

Training & Programs

2023 – present Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, Elizabeth Futral

2025 Barcelona Festival of Song, Soloist, Dr. Patricia Caicedo

2022 Boston University Tanglewood Institute Young Artist Vocal Program, Soloist, Dir. Penelope Bitzas

2021 Interlochen Voice & Opera program; Hanna, “The Merry Widow,” Dr. Autumn West, Jeffrey Norris

2021 Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Vocal/Choral Intensive; Bill Cutter & Patty Thom

2021 Curtis Mentor Network Program, Alumni Mentor Jonathan Beyer

Performances

Performances and Concerts

2025

July

Barcelona Songfest, featured soloist

Barcelona

Spain

2024

Mar

Peabody Camerata, Woman, Life, Freedom, Featured Soloist

Con. Maestro Beth Willer

2023

Dec

Peabody Camerata, Chichester Psalms, Featured Soloist

Con. Maestro Beth Willer

2025

May 8

Junior Recital Mt Vernon place

United Methodist Church

2026

July 1

US Embassy, Malta, Independence Day Celebration

National Anthem US Embassy

Malta

Visuals

Media Gallery

Moments on stage and portrait studies capturing the artist’s classical essence

Playlist

2 Videos
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