Julia Irizarry

Julia Irizarry (she/her) is an Enrollment Coordinator and Receptionist at CMSS, as well as a teaching artist with the Adaptive Music Program and Prelude Preschool of the Arts. Professionally, Julia’s interests and passions lie in facilitating student-led classrooms; within the contexts of general music and ensemble instruction, she executes lessons & programs that center student-led composition, improvisation, exploration, and performance.

Originally from New Jersey, she is a graduate of Rowan University, where she received her Bachelor’s in Music Education (K-12) with a summa cum laude distinction. Julia is currently continuing her studies at UMass Amherst, pursuing a Master’s degree in Music Education. In addition to her studies at UMass Julia serves as the Athletic Bands graduate assistant, working with the UMass Minuteman Marching Band, Hoop Band, and Ice Band. Julia is eager to continue her journey with music education and communal/non-profit education through her involvement with CMSS, Springfield Public Schools, and other community partners.