UPCOMING EVENTS
Music Theory I & AP Music Theory Click on the Students link to learn more
The purpose of this course is to develop music skills and provide information that will lead to an understanding of the practice of music, especially for those considering a music major or minor in college.
Art IV Click on the Students link to learn more
Art IV is structured for the student who will develop an original body of artwork that will demonstrate the incorporation of a broad range of visual observations, experiences, historical art interpretations, and complex visual analysis of visual relationships.
Modern/Contemporary Dance Click on the Students link to learn more
In this course, different styles of contemporary and modern dance will be presented with an emphasis on improving dynamic alignment, developing integrated movement patterns and internal connections, rhythmic awareness and using dance as a form of expression, with emphasis on artistry through the contemporary aesthetic in performance.
Music Instrument Repair Click on the Students link to learn more
This class will focus on the basic repair and restoration of woodwind and brass instruments. Students will learn the unique properties of wind instruments as well as common repair techniques including: dent removal, re-padding, cleaning and polishing.
Piano I & II Click on the Students link to learn more
Topics include piano keyboarding, music theory, reading music, and ear training. No experience needed for beginners. More advanced students will have the opportunity to grow in their performance skills.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Art Click on the Students link to learn more
This course will fulfill the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum requirements for Group 6 Arts/Electives. Students will demonstrate growth and commitment through the study of art by developing a portfolio of their art work and documenting their growth through the research workbook. This course will emphasize studio work with some focus on research.
Center for Visual and Performing Arts HS Calendar of Events
Campus NEWS

Please join us this Saturday, Feb 4th at 7:30pm at the Arlington ISD Center for Visual & Performing Arts for a concert featuring the UTA Symphony Orchestra and the UTA Percussion Ensemble as they preview the performances they will be giving at the Texas Music Educators Association Conference in San Antonio on February 9th and 10th!
The UTASO will be performing works by Antonín Dvořák, Edward Elgar, and the world premiere of a specially commissioned piece by Quinn Mason.
The Percussion Ensemble will be performing works by Harrison Collins, Andrea Venet, Jacob Remington, and the world premiere of a piece by UTA Percussion Faculty member Dr. Joe W. Moore III.
Admission is free!
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The Lion King at Bass Hall’s “Simba” Darian Sanders has a special warm up shirt tonight!
Thanks for representing CVPA Dance!
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It’s been an exciting week at the CVPA!
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Simba from Lion King surprises dance students » Arlington ISD
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Students at the Arlington ISD Center for Visual and Performing Arts had a roaring good time when Sim...



Last week dancers from Gunn Junior High Fine Arts & Dual Language Academy joined our contemporary dancers for a fun workshop!
Thanks for visiting Gators!
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Our musical instrument repair students had special visitors today! Thank you Curt Altarac and Ryan Walker for presenting an AMAZING clinic to our students! #MusicMedic Music&Arts ... See MoreSee Less
Way to go dancers for being so inclusive of our special guest!  contemporary dance is for everyone! ... See MoreSee Less




Congratulations to our Artist Spotlight winners for the fall semester! Each of these students stood out for their amazing work at the CVPA School! ... See MoreSee Less




CVPA Art IV students were recognized on the field at AT&T Stadium by the Dallas Cowboys today! Each student was presented with a commemorative coin by Mrs. Gene Jones!
This event was the culmination of a project created 8 years ago by AISD Assistant Director of fine arts Linh Nguyen. All AISD art students in 5th and 8th grade tour the stadium and take part in an end of year art show at AT&T stadium. This group of seniors is the first cohort to go through the entire program! Their work is currently featured at the stadium, and they will be part of the end of year show along with our 5th and 8th grade art srudents.
The Cowboys also presented our superintendent, Dr. Cavazos with tickets to the Super Bowl !
Thank you so much to the Dallas Cowboys for this honor and this opportunity for our students! Congratulations to all the students and to our amazing art teacher Mr. Bruno!
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Our musical instrument repair class at the CVPA school is the first of its kind! This class is available to all Arlington ISD high school students! ... See MoreSee Less

First-in-Nation High School Class Trains Musical Instrument Repair
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Students from across Arlington ISD take part in the first-in-the-nation high school class all about ...
For the second consecutive year, United Performing Arts Guild presents The Nutcracker ballet. Don't have your tickets yet? There are still a few available, but get them while you still can! Visit www.aisd.net/cvpa for performance times and tickets. ... See MoreSee Less


What a night of music! The CVPA had the honor this week of hosting the combined choirs of Lamar High School and their feeder schools. Events like this are why we do what we do! ... See MoreSee Less




This week we spotlight our Music Theory classes at the CVPA. We offer Music Theory Level 1 and AP Music Theory. Both cater to students who want a deeper understanding of how music is made. ... See MoreSee Less
A Message from the Associate Principal...
Hi, my name is Cathy Isaacks and I am your Associate Principal at the Center for Visual & Performing Arts. Periodically I will post updates and announcements to this page. View these announcements at the link below.