Executive Board Of Directors- Officers
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Lori Diamond- President, Alto &
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Kathy Horelik- Treasurer & Alto
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Meg Latessa- Secretary & Alto
Meg is a retired systems analyst and lives in Worcester, Massachusetts. She spent many years working with various systems as an analyst, developer and trainer. The last 25 years of her career was at UMass Chan Medical School. In addition to the board of the NACC, Meg is also the secretary for the Charlene Ann Foundation which helps people undergoing cancer treatments with funds for expenses not covered by insurance. Meg enjoys reading, singing at church and with the chorus, gardening and house repairs.
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Executive Board Of Directors- Directors
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David Rose is a music director, pianist, master teacher, and career banker based in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Born in Western Pennsylvania, he has lived and worked in Ohio and Massachusetts, bringing a broad range of musical and professional experience to his work.
He earned his Bachelor of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music and his Master’s degree from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. David served as accompanist for the Northborough Area Community Chorus for 24 years (1994–2018), before retiring alongside longtime director Anthony Volpe. In January 2022, he returned to NACC as Artistic Director, leading the chorus into its 50th Anniversary season. |
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Cindi joined the Northborough Area Community Chorus for the simple joy of singing and quickly discovered a community that felt like home. She lives in Shrewsbury and, for more than ten years, has been an active singer and board volunteer, serving in a variety of leadership roles while supporting both the Northborough Area Community Chorus and Music Includes through many seasons of growth and change.
Cindi is passionate about the way music brings people together, creating connection, friendship, and a true sense of belonging. She is committed to helping make both programs welcoming, accessible, and inclusive so that everyone feels they have a place to sing. She is proud to share this community with her husband, David, who serves as NACC's Artistic Director. |
Board of Directors- At Large Directors
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Nicole Reineke- At Large Director & Soprano
Nicole is a Senior Distinguished AI leader at N-able and Faculty at Georgetown University specializing in AI innovation. She was the SVP of Innovation at Iron Mountain, Senior Distinguished Engineer at Dell, and Founder/early team at two startups acquired by Citrix and HP. She has 50 patents (top 1% of inventors of all time), is an Amazon best-selling author of three books, and is a lifelong musician (soprano/piano). Nicole previously served as NACC Secretary (2005–2006). She is also the mother of two young adults, a cat, a dog, and spends her time writing, painting, and hiking. www.goodreads.com/author/list/3442727.Nicole_Reineke |
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Debra Tyler Perry- At Large Director & Alto
Debra Tyler Perry is a lifelong music lover who believes music has the power to bring people together, build community, and create lasting friendships. She works for Takeda and volunteers with both Northborough Area Community Chorus and Music Includes, where she enjoys helping create meaningful musical experiences for singers of all abilities. Debra is passionate about creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels encouraged to participate, connect, and grow through music. She values the friendships formed through singing and takes pride in helping both programs continue to serve the community. Outside of work and volunteering, Debra enjoys spending time with her family, including her two grown sons and three grandsons, and appreciates every opportunity to share the joy of music with others. |
Advisory Board (Non-voting)
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Mary-Lou Northgraves - Advisory Board & Soprano
Mary-Lou moved to Northborough in 2020, and soon joined NACC! Music is a valued part of her life and singing with this chorus does not disappoint. She is a wife, mother and grandmother to five wonderful children. Life is good! |
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Paula Smith - Advisory Board & Soprano
Paula is retired and lives in Boylston, Massachusetts Professional Career - she worked as a programmer/analyst on mainframe legacy systems in the insurance and mutual fund industries. Hobbies - gardening, reading, and singing in choirs. |
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Anelise Diamond Merrihew - Kindness Ambassador & Soprano
Anelise is the pioneering young co-founder of the Inclusive music performance organization, MUSIC INCLUDES. With a robust performance schedule, Anelise is living her best life through music. She also finds great purpose and fulfillment by helping others through her volunteer work in the local community. Anelise loves creating art, bowling, and spending time with family, friends and her 2 dogs. www.ldfamusic.com photo credit: Shannon Power |
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Technical/Sound Engineering Consultant ~ Fred Abatelli
Fred Abatelli has been cultivating his musical career since childhood. As the founder of multiple successful bands, he has performed on iconic stages such as the House of Blues, the Hanover Theater and the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Fred also offers expertise in sound engineering for professional recordings as well as live events. Beyond the stage and studio, you'll find Fred spending time with partner Lori and their blended family of 5 kids, and 2 dogs. Otherwise, you might see him carving up the road with his bright red Ducati. www.ldfamusic.com photo credit Robert Mattson |
