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Louise Toppin received critical acclaim for her operatic, orchestral, and oratorio performances across various countries including the United States, Europe, and South America. She has appeared in recital concert series at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and the Kennedy Center. Toppin’s orchestral performances include collaborations with notable orchestras like the Norrköping Symphony in Sweden and the Tokyo City Orchestra in Japan. Her significant opera roles encompass the title role in the world premiere of 'Luyala' by William Banfield and Donna Anna in Mozart’s 'Don Giovanni'. Toppin has recorded numerous compact discs highlighting American music and has been a featured clinician at colleges and universities. She has lectured on African American composers and participated in national conventions related to African American music and history. A highly sought-after educator, Toppin received teaching awards, including the North Carolina Board Governor’s Excellence in Teaching Award, the state's highest. She previously served as Chair of the Music Department at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, before joining the voice faculty at the University of Michigan in 2017.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Joined the voice faculty and continues to teach applied voice.
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC
Led the music department and focused on curriculum development.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science