Who We Are
​Established in 2010, North Mecklenburg Community Chorus (NMCC), Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization that encourages community participation and outreach through choral performances. We are comprised of singers from all backgrounds and singing abilities. From young adults to retirees and everyone in between, the Chorus is open to anyone who has a passion for singing!
If you enjoy performing in front of a live audience that includes members of your family, friends, and co-workers and if you love to sing songs ranging from Christmas to Broadway, then NMCC is the place for you! If you have questions or are interested in joining, email us at info@nmccsings.org or complete this form.
Have fun ~ Make Friends ~ Sing!
Our Mission
NMCC strives to cultivate an atmosphere that encourages friendship and camaraderie, promotes skills development and a continuous striving for musical and artistic excellence through focused and well-organized rehearsals, and engages members to willingly participate in activities such as show production, marketing, and fundraising.
Our Artistic Director
Heidi Hickox-Gordon, NMCC’s Artistic Director, holds a degree in Music: Vocal Performance from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, and post graduate certifications in Music Education from East Carolina University and Westminster Choir College. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Education through Liberty University.
In addition to her role as Artistic Director for NMCC, Heidi is the Director of Choirs at William A. Hough High School where she leads beginning through advanced level choruses, including Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, the Treblemakers (Women’s A Cappella/Vocal Jazz) and the Howlin’ Huskies Show Choir. Heidi has directed numerous K-12 school musical productions and choral groups and has served as an adjudicator for various North Carolina arts-related contests and competitions.
In 2016, Heidi was selected as NCASA Coach of the Year specifically for her leadership with the “Howlin’ Huskies “and has been teaching vocal music, piano, and guitar in the Charlotte area for the past 25 years. She has also been featured as assistant director, choreographer, and vocal soloist with the Carolina Voices and their vocal jazz group, Impromptu!
Our Accompanist
Sherry Malia, has served as NMCC 's Chorus Accompanist for the past 14 years. In addition to her role with NMCC, Sherry is the Music Director at Community in Christ Lutheran Church in Cornelius. Prior to that, Sherry served as the Accompanist at Huntersville United Methodist Church and worked as a Professional Court Reporter. In her spare time, she enjoys playing for special events and specialty concerts and working with young musicians. Sherry received her Bachelors of Music degree from Appalachian State University.
Our Board of Directors
Tiffany Lee - President
Bob McAulliffe - Treasurer
Kaleena Woodruff - Secretary/Librarian
Sue Burek - Development
Linda Daniel - Development
Marci Langan - Marketing & PR, Membership
Ginger Watkins - Community Engagement
​Bill Langan - Music Coordinator
​Sherry Malia - Member at Large