Julie Zorrilla is a Colombian American artist on a lifelong musical journey. A top 24 finalist on American Idol’s 10th season, Julie’s passion for music began at age four with her first piano. Inspired by her Grammy-winning godmother, she began writing songs at six and later taught herself music production to bring her ideas to life. Her dedication led her to prestigious institutions like Denver School of the Arts, Idyllwild Arts Academy, and LA’s Musicians Institute, where she refined her skills as a pianist, singer, songwriter, and producer.

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Following her American Idol journey, Julie collaborated with acclaimed producers like David Foster and Rodney Jerkins and KC Porter. Her musical career has taken her across the globe, performing in vibrant South American cities, luxury hotels in Dubai, and renowned venues throughout Europe. Julie’s extensive songwriting portfolio includes pop hits and heartfelt ballads, with notable works like "Rebel Heart" as the theme for VH1’s Miami Monkey and “Just A Wish,” the theme for Walt Before Mickey, which surpassed a million plays on Spotify. Her cover of "Bésame Mucho" has also reached hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube.

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Since 2020, Julie has shared her passion for music through teaching, bringing her global experience and love for music to every lesson. She inspires her students to explore their musical talents and create with confidence.