About

Northwest School of the Arts is the only public arts magnet school serving students grades 6-12 in the Charlotte Mecklenburg District.

NWSA combines a strong academic foundation with concentrated study of the visual or performing arts. Northwest is highly ranked among CMS schools for academic success and is known both nationwide and internationally for the quality of its arts programs.

Our collaborative team of experienced instrumental and vocal instructors prepare graduates to thrive in a conservatory or university setting.

The music department offers beginning through advanced level courses in each of four different disciplines. Performance projects, guest artist master classes, and innovative programs complement the core music curriculum.

Unique to Northwest is our partnership with the Charlotte Symphony and Opera Carolina through our instrumental and vocal Reciatl Seminar classes. Students receive specialized training on their chosen instrument from professionals in the field thanks to grant funding through the North Carolina Arts Council.