Des Moines Symphony News

Live from the Temple: Now on Sale! 09/01/2020 In Symphony News

Our Live from the Temple concert series is now on sale! Join us for our fall season of livestreamed concerts, online social events, classes, and more.

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June & July Audience Survey Results 08/16/2020 In Symphony News

In June and July, we asked you to share your opinions about our upcoming season. View the results, then read on to learn how we've incorporated your feedback into our season planning.

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My Summer as a Virtual Intern 08/14/2020 In Symphony News

This summer, Olivia Cantrell and Mallory Nelson joined the Des Moines Symphony team without ever stepping foot in the office! Read about their experience as remote summer interns.

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Des Moines Symphony Announces Reimagined 2020-2021 Season 08/03/2020 In Symphony News

This season, we are on an extraordinary mission to connect with our community in bold new ways – and we want you to join us. Learn about our revised 2020-2021 Season, including the new "Live from the Temple" concert series.

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Des Moines Symphony Cancels Labor Day Weekend Concerts 07/16/2020 In Symphony News

The Des Moines Symphony announced today that its Yankee Doodle Pops and Water Works Pops concerts, which had previously been postponed to Labor Day weekend, will be cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis.

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Des Moines Symphony Reschedules Summer Pops Concerts 05/01/2020 In Symphony News

The Des Moines Symphony will postpone its annual Yankee Doodle Pops concert as well as its second summer season of Water Works Pops to Labor Day weekend. Read the full announcement here.

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Des Moines Symphony Cancels Performances through June 14 04/22/2020 In Symphony News

The Des Moines Symphony today announced that it would cancel all concerts and public events through June 14 at the Des Moines Civic Center and the Temple for Performing Arts due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Further information for ticketholders can be found here.

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Announcing our 2020-2021 Season: Beethoven 250 04/07/2020 In Symphony News

Next season, the Des Moines Symphony joins the musical world in celebrating Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday. Learn about the composers and artists featured in our 83rd Season.

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Announcing DMSO at Home 04/02/2020 In Symphony News

The Des Moines Symphony is excited to launch “DMSO at Home,” a new series of videos and streaming content aimed at connecting with our community online during this period of closures and concert postponements.

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A Message from the Symphony’s Artistic and Executive Directors 04/01/2020 In Symphony News

For more than 81 years, the Des Moines Symphony has had the privilege and responsibility of creating exceptional live musical experiences, performing with world-renowned guest artists, and providing outstanding music education opportunities for our community. This is a role we treasure as we share the joy of music each and every season with you.

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