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    Symphony Marks First Macomber Concert with Free Community Screenings 09/12/2022 In Symphony News

    On Saturday, September 24, the Symphony will host free livestreams of its Season Debut at three Central Iowa venues. Bring a blanket, share a picnic and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Des Moines Symphony’s Season Debut – all free!

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    Join us Labor Day Weekend for Water Works Pops 08/15/2022 In Symphony News

    This Labor Day weekend, enjoy two evenings of free music in the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. These free, outdoor concerts on Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4 are presented thanks to the generous support of Linda & Tom Koehn.

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    2022 Oh Say, Can You Sing? Competition 06/06/2022 In Symphony News

    This summer we are back in person for our tenth annual Oh Say, Can You Sing? Competition!

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  • Des Moines Symphony announces single largest donation in organization’s history 05/03/2022 In Symphony News

    The Harriet S. and J. Locke Macomber Des Moines Symphony Fund will enable the Symphony to create exciting, innovative programming designed to sustain and build the Symphony’s audience while growing the Orchestra’s artistic standard of excellence.

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    Masterworks 7 Program Notes 04/25/2022 In Symphony News

    Learn about the pieces and composers featured in Masterworks 7: Pictures at an Exhibition! Click to read the program notes by Dr. Richard E. Rodda.

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    Announcing our 2022-2023 Season 04/11/2022 In Symphony News

    Welcome to our 85th Season!  This year, we celebrate our “City of Music” with an exciting, ambitious season packed with dazzling guest artists and beloved classics. Click to read the full announcement.

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    Masterworks 6 Program Notes 03/28/2022 In Symphony News

    Learn about the pieces and composers featured in Masterworks 6: Beethoven's Ninth! Click to read the program notes by Dr. Richard E. Rodda.

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    Masterworks 5 Program Notes 03/07/2022 In Symphony News

    Learn about the pieces and composers featured in our next concert, Masterworks 5: Beethoven & Shostakovich. Click to read the program notes by Dr. Richard E. Rodda.

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    Masterworks 4 Program Notes 01/17/2022 In Symphony News

    Learn about the pieces and composers featured in Masterworks 4: Immortal Beloved! Click to read the program notes by Dr. Richard E. Rodda.

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    Ring in the New Year with the Des Moines Symphony! 12/15/2021 In Symphony News

    New Year's Eve Pops is back! Learn more about this exciting concert, then ring in the New Year with the Des Moines Symphony and the Music of Elton John.

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