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    Masterworks 3: Meet Jon Kimura Parker 10/30/2024 In Symphony News

    Celebrated pianist Jon Kimura Parker will join the Des Moines Symphony for the third concert in its Masterworks Series: Parker Plays Gershwin! Learn more about the guest artist before catching him live in concert November 23 and 24 at the Civic Center!

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    Masterworks 3: Parker Plays Gershwin Program Notes 10/28/2024 In Symphony News

    Read about the music and composers featured in Masterworks 3: Parker Plays Gershwin on November 23 & 24, 2024.

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    Sponsor Spotlight: Kemin Industries 10/14/2024 In Symphony News

    Kemin Industries play a fundamental part in keeping the rich tradition of the Des Moines Symphony alive. Thank you for your belief and investment in the Des Moines Symphony! 

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    Celebrate the holidays with the Symphony! 10/14/2024 In Symphony News

    December is an exciting month at the Symphony! Our inaugural Holiday Brass concert features favorites like Joy to the World, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and more. Plus, the Doo Wop Project makes its Des Moines debut at our annual New Year's Eve Pops! 

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    Masterworks 2: Meet Geneva Lewis 10/11/2024 In Symphony News

    New Zealand violinist, Geneva Lewis will make her Des Moines debut in the Des Moines Symphony's Masterworks 2: Lewis Plays Brahms. Read more about the violinist, before she takes to the stage October 26 and 27 at the Civic Center!

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    Masterworks 2: Lewis Plays Brahms Program Notes 09/30/2024 In Symphony News

    Read about the music and composers featured in Masterworks 2: Lewis Plays Brahms on October 26 & 27, 2024.

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  • DMSO Remix Podcast: Classical Conversations 09/17/2024 In Symphony News

    The DMSO Remix Podcast features professor and professional musician Dr. Eric McIntyre discussing pieces that will be performed at each Masterworks weekend. Learn about the rich history of both contemporary and past composers and their Classical works as Dr. Eric McIntyre dives into why this music is so powerful and enduring.

    Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

    Intro/outro music: Moonrise by Steve Heitzeg, Performed by The Des Moines Symphony

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    Thank You to Harriet S. & J. Locke Macomber 09/12/2024 In Symphony News

    Read about Harriet S. & J. Locke Macomber, who have generously donated so the Des Moines Symphony can continue to bring exciting and enriching symphonic experiences to the Greater Des Moines area.

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    Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto: Five Things You Didn’t Know 09/12/2024 In Symphony News

    While it is one of Beethoven's most famous concertos, "Emperor" Concerto has a unique history behind it. Read all about it before the Des Moines Symphony's 87th Season Debut: The Emperor on September 28th and 29th at the Des Moines Civic Center!

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    Season Debut: The Emperor Program Notes 09/06/2024 In Symphony News

    Read about the music and composers featured in Season Debut: The Emperor on September 28 & 29, 2024.

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