From the Dean’s Office

Ellie Hisama

As we welcome a new season, I invite you to share in the creative learning and musical growth of our community. Through engaging lectures, inspiring masterclasses, and marvelous concerts with renowned visitors, this season promises rich opportunities to experience the transformative power of music. Our continued engagement beyond the Faculty and values of equity, diversity, and belonging remain at the forefront of our work. We hope you will join our vibrant musical community.

– Ellie M. Hisama

Dean and Professor of Music (on leave)

Dean's Office

Welcome to the Faculty of Music from the Dean's Office! Please connect with us via dean.music@utoronto.ca and we will respond directly or redirect your inquiry. You may also reach out to a specific member of the Dean's Office:

  • Acting Dean: Professor Ryan McClelland
  • Director, Office of the Dean: Hillary Barron
  • Chief Administrative Officer: Maya Churbaji
  • Executive Assistant to the Dean: Elizabeth Fernandes
Professor
Music Theory
Director, Office of the Dean
Maya Churbaji
Chief Administrative Officer
Executive Assistant to the Dean

Associate Deans

The Faculty of Music has four Associate Deans:

  • Academic and Student Affairs: Professor Daphne Tan
  • Graduate Education: Professor Robin Elliott
  • Performance and Public Events: Professor Jeffrey McFadden
  • Research: Professor Nasim Niknafs
Daphne Tan
Associate Professor
Music Theory
Robin Elliott
Professor
Musicology
Professor, Teaching Stream, Guitar
Guitar
Associate Professor
Music Education

Dean's News

Jan 30, 2023 | Dean's Message, EDI
On January 12, 2023 the Faculty welcomed Reshma Dhrodia as the inaugural Director, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
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Nov 29, 2022 | Dean's Message
As a part of the ongoing response to the Climate & Culture review, we want to establish consistent and transparent communication to update you about the actions being taken in response to the review.
May 25, 2022 | Dean's Message
I am glad to receive such a thorough report that takes an unflinching look at many of the issues that have been flagged to me by individuals.
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Have a question?

Contact the Dean's Office in the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto.