Julia shares her perspective on the joys and challenges of being a classical music singer. Her 2018 solo recital with pianist John Arida in Weill Recital Hall included German, English, and French songs, as well as a remarkable set of pieces written and inspired by composers rooted in blues and jazz.

Julia and author Marlene Smith-Baranzini are interviewed by San Francisco Opera Dramaturg Dr. Clifford “Kip” Cranna. The discussion was about Dame Shirley, whose book, The Shirley Letters, inspired the opera premiere, Girls of the Golden West.