Nelson Centre of Musical Arts (NCMA)
An internationally renowned community hub for all things musical in the Nelson-Tasman region
About NCMA
Nelson Centre of Musical Arts is the new name for Nelson School of Music. We're a community hub for all things musical. Whether you want to learn an instrument, perform as part of a group or come to one of our concerts, there is something for all.
Education programmes
With a history of delivering music education across the Nelson-Tasman region, NCMA offers an ever-growing range of classes and groups to meet the musical needs of students. Classes are run by professional teachers who are accredited to NCMA.
Venue hire
NCMA's world-class facilities are available to hire. We offer a unique performance venue, rehearsal spaces and studios. Talk to us today about booking our facilities for your next concert, event or private function. We'll be happy to help.
Upcoming events
NCMA Lunchtime Series: Trio Jackson ‘Violin and Guitar’
Trio Jackson are a family group who have been playing together for over twenty years. This has created a magical musical synthesis born of their intuitive, creative and empathetic ensemble expression.
Nelson Symphony Orchestra presents Dvorak Czech mate!
The Nelson Symphony Orchestra’s first concert for 2019 Czech Mate! will take place at the Auditorium, Nelson Centre of Musical Arts on Saturday 30 March at 7.30pm.
NCMA Lunchtime Series: Zeb Wulff ‘Piano’
Zeb Wulff brings to the NCMA stage a suite of ten piano pieces ‘Pictures at an exhibition’ by Mussorgsky - A depiction of Mussorgsky himself wandering through a memorial exhibition of paintings.