Students are encouraged to attend concerts, art exhibits, and theater performances in the Winston-Salem community. The arts faculty includes artist-teachers, each of whom is an expert in her area. Most of the arts courses at Salem carry credit and are open to all students. Courses in dance are found under the Physical Education listing. Membership in the Glee Club, the advanced choral group, is open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade students by audition.
Classes emphasize development of choral and vocal techniques, musicianship, poise, and performance.
Music of different composers and periods is studied in several languages. One course credit is given. One-half course credit is given. The Spirit Ensemble. Selected members of the Glee Club perform and choreograph popular music.