Dr. Monica Whicher

Associate Professor

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Biography

Monica Whicher is an Associate Professor of Voice, Teaching Stream at the University of Toronto. She teaches undergraduate courses in English Song and has served as Head of Voice Studies. Recognized for her contributions, she received the Faculty of Music Teaching Award for Part-time Faculty in 2019. A graduate of the University of Toronto and a student of renowned Canadian soprano Lois Marshall, she has performed extensively and has major oratorio and operatic roles under her belt. Whicher has collaborated with notable conductors and has received various awards, including Juno Award nominations and grants from Canadian arts foundations. She actively premieres works by Canadian composers and engages in teaching and adjudication, nurturing the next generation of singers. Her diverse accomplishments also include recitals and recordings that explore various art music forms. Whicher's dedication to her craft and her students demonstrates her commitment to the vocal arts.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology