Nancy has been studying Oriental Dance with Alexia for 6 years and has performed with the Alexandria Dancers for 4 years. She has previous experience in modern and jazz dance, as well as substantial martial arts experience earning a 2nd degree black belt. She has also sang semi-professionally with Sevier County Choral Society and is trained vocally in classical & opera type music. Nancy has studied bellydance in intensive workshops with Alexia, Samara of New York, Virginia of Miami, Gina of Atlanta, Yousry Sharif and Bozenka. She has appeared in Alexia’s Egyptian Nights series, the Knoxville Rossini Festival, Cedar’s of Orlando, danced solo's at Knoxville's Mirage and King Tut's restaurants and private parties.

Nancy is motivated by the challenge of mastering the art of Oriental dance, as well as the intricate costuming used in performances. She particularly enjoys Oriental pop, classical Oriental, drum solos, and swords.