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    NYE Pops: Meet the Doo Wop Project 11/28/2024 In Symphony News

    Looking for the hottest New Year's Eve ticket in town? Look no further: stars from Broadway shows Jersey Boys, Motown the Musical, Hairspray and Beautiful join the Orchestra to ring in the New Year! Learn more about The Doo Wop Project. 

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    2024 Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Gifts that Strike a Chord 11/20/2024 In Symphony News

    Season festivities are right around the corner. This year's gift guide picks are sure to strike a chord with every music-lover on your list!

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    We're Thankful for You 11/07/2024 In Symphony News

    This Thanksgiving season, we give thanks for you! From November 20 to 27, we will celebrate Donor Appreciation Week to honor all you do to ensure that the Des Moines Symphony & Academy remains a vibrant part of the Central Iowa community. 

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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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