Julie Rockhold brings her characters to life through a beautifully warm and versatile voice and gives them dimension with a strong stage presence. Her Abigaille was "exciting, riveting. . .the high notes sparkled and her legato lines connected seamlessly. A Verdi soprano of the Italian bel canto style." "She was dramatic, believable. . .born to sing Tosca. Hers is a voice of broad range, stamina and power that easily soared over the orchestra." Ms. Rockhold’s concert performances have included programs of diverse musical styles and periods ranging from Handel, Mozart and Beethoven to Strauss and Menotti. She has her M.M. from Indiana University and currently studies voice with dramatic soprano Roberta Knie, and is coached by Richard Raub.