Julie Hall is a singer songwriter with roots in the acoustic folk tradition. In March 2004 she recorded her first album BLUEBELLS RISING which received excellent reviews in the music press. Cross Rhythms Magazine described Julie as "fearsomely talented" and the album as both "beautiful and inspiring". Her second album, DAYS OF WINE was released in July 2006 with favourable reviews by Cross Rhythms (scoring 8 out of 10)An experienced performer, Julie studied voice and violin at the Royal Northern College of Music. She was lead singer for the band at the National Baptist Assembly in the International Arena in Cardiff in 2004. In November 2004, Julie gained national recognition when she was nominated for the B.B.C sponsored "Gospel Entertainment Music Awards" in two categories: Best Female Artist and Best Single for "EVEN AN ANGEL". She has recently appeared on BBC Southern Counties Radio and Cross Rhythms Radio. With a voice described as "captivating", her songs, co-written with lyricist and poet Robert Eggleston have strong themes: the struggles and joys of life and faith; of loss and hope and of Christ's love and grace, all set to memorable melodies. On stage Julie accompanies herself on guitar and keyboard and usually includes some fiddle playing. At other times she is supported by her band comprising of guitar, mandolin and flutes/tin whistles. She is able to provide a set of up to an hour and a half, or the ministry for services, outreach events or retreat days. Julie is prepared to travel to venues and does not charge a specific fee, asking simply for her expenses to be covered and the opportunity to make her CDs and any other related merchandise available for sale. A portion of the profits from Bluebells Rising was donated to Saltmine Trust, a Christian Charity. Please contact Julie via SNOWDROP MUSIC at the following email address snowdrop1.music@virgin.net

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