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  • Des Moines Symphony Postpones Performances of Carmina Burana 03/13/2020 In Symphony News

    The Des Moines Symphony is postponing its performances of Carmina Burana, originally scheduled for March 14 & 15, in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19. All ticketholders are being notified directly of the postponement; the rescheduled concerts will be held in fall 2020.

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  • Des Moines Symphony Statement on COVID-19 03/12/2020 In  News

    The Des Moines Symphony is committed to the health and safety of our audiences, musicians, and staff. We are closely monitoring information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), and local and state authorities in regard to COVID-19, and we are taking steps to limit transmission of the virus at our upcoming Symphony events. 

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    Symphony Announces 2020 Summer Pops Concerts 03/11/2020 In Symphony News

    The Des Moines Symphony today announced the details of its 27th annual Yankee Doodle Pops Concert, as well as its 2nd annual Water Works Pops Concert Series. Mark your calendar for summer 2020!

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  • Hear Jon Kimura Parker's Full Interview with IPR 03/06/2020 In  News

    Hear Jon Kimura Parker's interview with Jacqueline Halbloom on IPR's Symphonies of Iowa. Then listen to the full rebroadcast of our Masterworks 3 concerts on IPR at 5PM on Saturday, March 7, 2020 or 4PM on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

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  • Des Moines Symphony Performs Annual Youth Concerts 03/03/2020 In Symphony News

    Each year, the Des Moines Symphony welcomes students from across the Des Moines metro to the Civic Center to enjoy - for many - their very first live concert experience. 

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    Former Symphony Member Adam Meyer Named Provost of The Juilliard School 02/28/2020 In Symphony News

    Beginning July 1, 2020, Adam Meyer, a talented violist who played with the Des Moines Symphony as a senior in high school, will serve as provost to the Juilliard School.

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  • Meet a Musician: Aaron Williams 02/26/2020 In Symphony News

    From performing on-stage to teaching lessons and serving as our Director of Operations, Aaron Williams plays a big role at the Symphony & Academy. Learn more in our Q&A. 

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  • Hear Steve Heitzeg's Full Interview with IPR 02/21/2020 In Symphony News

    Hear composer Steve Heitzeg's interview with Jacqueline Halbloom on IPR's Symphonies of Iowa. Then listen to the full rebroadcast of our Masterworks 2 concerts on IPR at 5PM on Saturday, Feburary 22, 2020 or 4PM on Sunday, February 23, 2020

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  • Academy Student Dorothy Junginger Accepted to National Youth Orchestra 01/31/2020 In Academy News

    Des Moines Symphony Academy student Dorothy Junginger was invited to be a member of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America for the 2020 season.

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  • Donor Appreciation Week 01/29/2020 In Symphony News

    During Donor Appreciation Week (February 3-9, 2020) we recognize our community of supporters who make it possible to offer more Central Iowans extraordinary, live musical experiences and outstanding educational opportunities.

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  • Celebrate Black History Month 02/01/2026 In Symphony News
  • Sponsor Spotlight: Nix & Virginia Lauridsen 01/26/2026 In Symphony News
  • Meet Adalyn Sidon! 01/25/2026 In Academy News
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