Good evening!
 
There are a few exciting events coming up within the week that I wanted to let you know about.
 
Fun fact: did you know that our nonprofit organization was actually founded in 2007 as a prison music ministry? Read more below!
 
P.S. Click here to submit your updates, events, opportunities, or music to be featured in the next newsletter!
 
Newsletter Contents:
🎻 Thursday - Symphonic premiere by local composer Sean Smith
🎸 Sunday - FREE Songwriting Workshop & Showcase
🎶 Charlotte Spark: Fall Arts Fest Nov 8
📣 Get Featured - Submit events, releases, or projects to our newsletter!
 

📌 Workshops are open to beginners & pros alike. Participants even get the chance to perform alongside the featured artists!

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Saturday November 8, 2025. Ages: 21+
5PM - Midnight @NoDa Company Store
3221 Yadkin Ave, Charlotte, NC
 
Immerse yourself in a celebration of local talent. From live music to visual art, this year’s festival invites you to a realm where art, culture, and community converge.​​
 
A portion of proceeds supports our Youth Chorus fundraiser!
 
Highlights:
🎶 Live Music Performances
🎨 Art Gallery
🛍️ Local Vendors (still accepting vendors!)
🥂 Beer & Wine Bar
🍢 Gourmet Snacks & Beverages
💃 Skilled Talents, Circus Acts, Spoken Word
🐶 Puppy Zoo & Adoptions
🕺 Fashion Showcases

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Misregistration, a photo with a dancer holding his hands to his ears.
Since 2007, our mission at Charlotte New Music has been to build meaningful spaces where music is created & experienced together.
 
This newsletter exists so we can share what's happening in the music-creator community, find out who's doing what where, & give you insight into a whole creative world.
Our nonprofit organization (Charlotte New Music) was actually founded in 2007 as a prison music ministry.
 
I used to go with my dad and play music, while he shared and held space with prisoners in Mount Pleasant and surrounding areas. I eventually went to college for music and pursued a degree in Piano, then a master's in Music Composition. Our initiative gradually evolved into the necessary platform for music creators that you've come to know since 2011 & into today.
 
Full circle moment: As of next week, I'll begin the gradual process of bringing music back into the prisons and I'm excited to share how that develops. It's in the early stage, but it's been on our radar as an area of focus (especially during the pandemic) along with children's homes, and hospitals/senior facilities. If you'd like to be involved or support, please fill out our volunteer form, or donate here. The world absolutely needs more of what we do. The art we create can be transformative. Especially in these times of division, isolation, & communication shifts. There is so much work to do if we are going to be part of the changes that we wish to see in our communities and the world.
 
Love & Music,
Elizabeth Kowalski, Executive Director
 
If you'd like to connect, feel free to reply to this email or find me on social media - “epianoqueen” across all channels.
 
 
Artists: Get Featured in our next e-newsletter! Submit info here.
Support our nonprofit org with a donation or ad purchase.
Internship & volunteer opportunities: charlottenewmusic.org/getinvolved.
 
Host a House Concert
Interested in collaborating with us to host a House Concert?
Just reply to this email to let us know!
We’re always looking for welcoming homes and spaces where people can gather and connect through music. You don’t need a stage or a fancy setup - just the space & a willingness to bring an intimate group of people together. It’s a rewarding way to support independent artists, bring art to the people, and strengthen Charlotte’s creative community!
Support the Movement
Charlotte New Music runs on the 
power of community & collaboration. 🌱
 
Events & updates: charlottenewmusic.org

Thank you for participating in creativity, connection, and music. It's up to all of us to co-create a community where art thrives.
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