Julia H. Easterlin
SCHOOL: John S. Davidson Fine Arts School
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: Davidson Chorale; National Honor Society; Spanish Club vice president; piano and modern dance
AWARDS AND HONORS: Two-time lead soprano – Gibson/Baldwin GRAMMY Jazz Ensemble; two-time winner at the Berklee College of Music singer/songwriter/performer contest; full scholarship for the Berklee College of Music summer program; Governor’s Honors nominee in vocal music, piano, dance, social studies and communication arts; National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts scholarship recipient
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: Recording and performing a campaign video for the United Way of the CSRA; community outreach through the National Honor Society
COLLEGE/CAREER PLANS: Study music at Berklee College of Music in Boston where she has received a full-tuition merit scholarship
OF NOTE: Julia has performed twice at the Grammy Awards and has recorded two CDs.
NOMINATOR’S QUOTE: “With long hours of rehearsals, continual community performances and a desire to become a successful musician, Julia has learned the importance of dedication, hard work and responsibility. Her maturity shows through her impeccable work ethic.” – Aletha Snowberger, Social Studies Department chairwoman