
ABOUT
Julianna O'Clair is a flutist focused on performing diverse genres of music and expanding access to classical music through teaching in underserved communities.
Julianna was a winner of the 2021 JoAnne Khyl Memorial Performance Competition and a recipient of the John Philip Sousa Band Award in 2019.
Julianna has extensive performing experience in a variety of ensembles. She is currently performing in the Lamont School of Music’s Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble as well as a wind chamber group. Prior to attending Lamont, she performed in the Colorado All State Band, Colorado Combined League Orchestra, Patriot League Honor Band and Lamont Summer Academy Orchestra.
Julianna has played in masterclasses for many notable flutists, including Carol Wincenc, Erica Peel, Brook Ferguson and Katy Wherry. She has studied with Diana Morgan, Patricia Surman, and Tamara Maddaford. Julianna is currently studying flute performance at the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music, where she studies with Julie Thornton.
Julianna is not only passionate about performing, but also sharing her joy of music with others through teaching. Julianna is currently teaching flute for IPlay, a nonprofit organization that provides instruments and virtual instruction for young children. Julianna also teaches private students and has taught masterclasses for flutists in her hometown’s middle and high schools.
After attending Lamont, Julianna hopes to earn her master’s degree in music performance and continue to expand her private studio while freelance writing.
Download her resume here