Julia Duggan enjoys challenges. She lives for finding something outside of her comfort zone or challenges her in a new way. Her pursuits for something new allowed for her to premiere several new works. 

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These works are "Weather" By Rollo Dilworth, Text By: Claudia Rankine, "The Naiad" By: Matthew H. Schwarz and "By The River" By: Matthew Schwarz. 

 

"Weather" is a National Semi-finalist: The American Prize Ernst Bacon Award for the Performance of American Music 2022. The piece was also showcased at the Northeast Conference of the College Band Directors National Association 2022 at the Peabody Conservatory. 

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Other major performances include Julia's Carnegie Hall debut in the spring of 2023.

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Julia specializes in performing with bands and orchestras, but also enjoys collaborating outside of her specialization. In addition, Julia enthusiastically performs challenging solo repertoire and engaging in the community around her.

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Currently, Julia plays with The Westfield Community Band. Previous performance groups include New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra, TCNJ Orchestra, TCNJ Wind Ensemble, TCNJ Jazz Ensemble, TCNJ Flute Choir, Montclair State University's Flute Ensemble, the Montclair State University Bands and Montclair State University Orchestra.

 

Performance venues Julia performed at include Carnegie Hall, Peabody Conservatory, Montclair State University, The College of New Jersey, churches, senior citizen care places, and high schools. 

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Julia graduated from Montclair State University in 2025 with a Masters in Music Performance studying under Professor Janet Arms. For undergrad, Julia completed a double major at The College of New Jersey, a B. A, in Music studying under David DiGiacobbe, and Journalism and Professional Writing.