Maria Marr is a singer-songwriter whose musical journey began at the age of five when she fell in love with the violin. Born and raised in Romania, Maria’s early years were steeped in music, spending a decade at the High School of Arts where she embraced not only instrumental mastery but also the art of performance. Maria moved to England to further her studies and later graduated from The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London. Influenced by contemporary artists like Lana Del Rey, Dua Lipa, and Freya Ridings, Maria’s music blends modern pop with timeless influences.

 

Maria Marr is a singer-songwriter whose musical journey began at the age of five when she fell in love with the violin. Born and raised in Romania, Maria’s early years were steeped in music, spending a decade at the High School of Arts where she embraced not only instrumental mastery but also the art of performance. By the age of seven, she was already singing in the church choir and as a soloist, while also excelling on violin. Her passion for music only grew as she began playing piano and joined the school orchestra.

 

At just 13, Maria wrote her first song and entered the prestigious ‘Children’s Mamaia’ songwriting competition in Romania, competing against her own vocal mentor, a popular Romanian singer. Her debut television appearance at 14 marked the beginning of her career as she performed her original songs on national TV, with her first recorded song still being celebrated in Romanian singing competitions today.

 

At 16, Maria moved to England to pursue her passion for music, studying Music Production in preparation for university. It was here that she wrote the single “Play it Wrong,” which earned her her first BBC Introducing radio play. Continuing her studies at The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London, Maria honed her skills in songwriting, composition, and performance, graduating with honors with a Degree in Vocal Performance.

 

In 2013, she officially began performing as Maria Marr, exploring various sounds and styles. Her single “What I Missed in Class” garnered attention and was selected as ‘Pick of The Uploader’ by BBC Introducing Cambridgeshire. Influenced by contemporary artists like Lana Del Rey, Dua Lipa, and Freya Ridings, Maria’s music blends modern pop with timeless influences. Her follow-up single, “Forget About It,” marked a new era in her songwriting, showcasing a fresh perspective and a more dynamic approach to performance.

 

With a blend of evocative lyrics and unique melodies, Maria Marr continues to captivate listeners, solidifying her place as an emerging voice in the music industry.