There are few people lucky enough to have been born with an absolute understanding of their place and purpose in the world. One such person is Toronto-born singer/songwriter Julie Shephard. Since the age of three she has been playing with words and sounds, entertaining herself and those around her. Music seems to flow from her. It's a natural exercise through which she produces lush and intricate folk/pop harmonies. Julie wrote her first song at the age of 17 and began to explore the world of live performance. For her, music and performing are about exposing your soul and freeing emotions. Whether busking or performing on stage, Julie finds the experience intense and intimate, as thrilling for her as for the audience.