Julie Anthony (singer)
Julie Moncrieff Anthony AM OBE (née Lush, born 24 August 1949) is an Australian former professional singer and entertainer.
Julie Anthony AM OBE | |
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| Birth name | Julie Moncrieff Lush |
| Born | 24 August 1949 Lameroo, South Australia, Australia |
| Genres | Jazz, pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, entertainer |
| Years active | 1967–2007 |
Anthony is well known for her brief stint as lead singer of the Seekers
A soprano, she has recorded both jazz and pop and is well-known for her live singing performances, variety appearances and roles in cabaret and theatre. Anthony has performed with numerous artists including Simon Gallagher and Anthony Warlow at the Sydney Opera House
Through Anthony's extensive repertoire, she demonstrates great conviction, whether it be her rendition of "Amazing Grace" or material ranging from Stephen Sondheim to the Beatles.
She recorded an album with jazz performer Don Burrows called Together at Last.
She sang the Australian national anthem at the Opening Ceremony of the 2000 Sydney Olympics with Human Nature.