“Julie is a consummate artist, teacher, performer, and human with an infectious personality and a palpable care for her students. She encouraged me to listen, to breathe, and to be fully present in my playing, helping me to cultivate a personal and organic point of view about music that has extended well beyond my piano playing. In addition to what she has to offer in a technical sense - which is immediately apparent in her playing - Julie's strength lies in how she guides and empowers self-discovery as students learn to coordinate ear, body, and mind in order to unlock an authentic expressivity and vulnerability. And that is something this world so desperately needs. Thank you, Julie!”

— Former MSU Student

Julie is a rare jewel of a professor—one who not only excels at her craft, but who cares deeply for each of her students and, through her authenticity and overflowing kindness, makes everyone she touches a better musician and person. She meets each student exactly where they are both artistically and personally, developing individualized strategies to help students improve technique, build confidence as performers, and meet personal goals. Through study with Julie, I learned to let go, to immerse myself in the moment, and to speak from the heart, both through musical performance and in life. I joined Julie’s studio to become a better pianist, but I left a more authentic, compassionate version of myself—I cannot thank her enough for her impact on my life.

— Former MSU Student

Julie has a fun, creative teaching style that pushes her students to reach higher levels of playing in such a way that is both inspiring and encouraging. Her patience and kindness created a studio environment where I felt free to express myself and try new things without fear or judgement. Julie genuinely cares about her students; she wants, above all, for them to love and enjoy playing music, and I could sense that in every lesson.

— Former MSU Student