Featured Oct 2024
I love music, the people in the VSA, and Thursday night practices—it’s my happy place where I can escape for two hours. Being part of the orchestra and bringing music to the audience’s enjoyment is a wonderful experience.
Julie, born in Santa Rosa, CA, has called Montrose home since 1993. She works as a cashier at Home Depot, where dogs flock to her—likely drawn to the treats she carries. "Even my own dog sits behind me while I practice violin," she says, reflecting her love for dogs.
Julie also enjoys nail art, video games, and reading young adult fantasy. "My dream job would be spending the day with dogs, doing nail art, and listening to classical music.” She volunteers as a greeter at her church and looks forward to performing in the October concert featuring cartoon music and video game soundtracks.
Her musical journey began with piano at age 7, and she picked up the violin in 2012. Julie played with the VYO through high school and joined the VSA Orchestra in 2016.