Background

Monica Hatch is a New England-based coloratura soprano praised

for her "impeccable phrasing, clear, crystalline tone, and absolute

pitch" (David Nathan, AllMusic). Known for her stylistic versatility,

she has built a distinguished career as a soloist, ensemble singer,

educator, recording artist, and recitalist, performing throughout

New England for more than four decades.

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She studied with the legendary soprano Eleanor Steber while attending the Juilliard School before earning her Bachelor of Music degree from the Eastman School of Music and her Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance and Literature from the New England Conservatory.

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A sought-after concert soloist, Monica has appeared in performances of many of the great works of the choral repertoire. Most recently, she gave her third performance of Will Todd's Mass in Blue. Her extensive repertoire includes J.S. Bach's St. John Passion, Magnificat, Mass in G, and numerous cantatas; Haydn's Lord Nelson Mass; Fauré's Requiem; Mozart's Requiem; Handel's Messiah; Orff's Carmina Burana; Vivaldi's Gloria and Magnificat; C.P.E. Bach's Magnificat; Respighi's Laud to the Nativity; and Schubert's Masses in C and G.

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The Boston Globe praised her performance in Duke Ellington's Sacred Concerts at the Boston Globe Jazz & Blues Festival, calling her "particularly outstanding." That performance led to numerous subsequent engagements as soprano soloist in productions of this landmark work throughout New England.

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Monica has appeared as soprano soloist with the Arcadia Players, Salisbury Singers, Labyrinth Choir, Philovox, Hampshire Chorale, Fine Arts Chorale, Assabet Valley Singers, Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, Thayer Symphony Orchestra, Concord Orchestra, Cathedral of St. Paul's Festival Orchestra, Worcester Collegium, the Bach Society of Worcester, the Worcester Chorus, Diamonds from the Dust, and numerous other choruses and church ensembles.

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She also performed for many years with the internationally acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning Handel and Haydn Society under the direction of Harry Christophers

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In addition to her performing career, Monica serves as an Adjunct Lecturer of Music at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where she teaches music theory, aural skills, and voice. An accomplished recording artist and producer, she has independently produced four albums spanning jazz, classical, and children's music, including two jazz CDs, a classical recording, and a lullaby CD. She also hosted Jazz Matinee on NPR affiliate WICN 90.5 FM in Worcester, Massachusetts, from 2002 to 2007.

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Monica is a highly experienced vocalist for weddings, funerals, memorial services, and other special events. Whether performing with orchestra and chorus, presenting a recital, or providing music for life's most meaningful occasions, she is known for her artistry, professionalism, and ability to create memorable musical experiences.