Youth Chorus
Christmas Concert 2024
The Hendersonville Symphony Children’s Chorus is a non-auditioned ensemble providing quality vocal instruction for children in grades 2nd and older in public, private and home school environments from across Western North Carolina.
The HSCC accepts members twice yearly – in September and January and provides two concerts a year, and several community outreach concerts a semester.
For questions and more information, please contact Conductor and Director Makayla Melton at mdmelton@hcpsnc.org.
Children’s Chorus Directors
Makayla Melton, Director & Conductor
Makayla melton
Makayla Melton is an accomplished music educator with a Bachelor of Music in Choral Music Education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, graduating with the highest academic distinction. With extensive experience in choral direction, private instruction, and leadership roles, Makayla is dedicated to fostering a passion for music in students.
During her time at UNC Charlotte, Makayla honed her leadership and instructional skills as a Theory and Aural Skills Preceptor and served as a Section Leader for the university’s choral ensemble.
In her current position as Director of Choral Music at North Henderson High School and Apple Valley Middle School, Makayla leads and directs multiple choirs, plans performances, and develops innovative curriculum to inspire and challenge her students.
As a private piano and voice instructor, Makayla has taught students aged 5–19, tailoring lessons to accommodate various learning styles and abilities. Makayla is deeply committed to sharing her love of music through creative teaching and dynamic performance, inspiring the next generation of musicians.
Stephanie Tate, Director & Conductor
Stephanie tate
Stephanie and her husband live in Edneyville, the heart of apple country, in Western North Carolina with their 3 children Gareth, Keaton, and Joyanna. She enjoys playing games with her family and singing at her church in the Mount Moriah Praise Band.
Stephanie holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education with a Concentration In Voice from Brevard College. She has also obtained a license to teach K-12 music in the public school system. After a few years of being a stay-at-home mom and substitute teacher, Stephanie began her homeschool journey in 2014 with her oldest son and has continued that journey with her 2 other children.
Stephanie's musical training began in 8th grade when she started private voice and piano lessons. Since then, she has performed in a variety of choral and band ensembles, and also as a solo performer at many different venues and events. She has been leading children's music for her church for over 10 years. For the past 4 years Stephanie has enjoyed teaching private voice and piano lessons. She joined the Ignite Hybrid Homeschool co-op in 2023 where she leads the MS/HS Choir and teaches a 3rd – 5th grade general music class. One of her greatest joys is witnessing her students' musical growth and seeing them share it with others.erence.