Symphony Academy

 

"I would teach the children music, physics and philosophy,
but the most important is music, for in the patterns of the arts
are the key to all learning." -Plato        artsfestival web

The Des Moines Symphony Academy engages people in the music each and every day at our beautiful and historic home, The Temple for Performing Arts. From your first steps inside our building you will hear, see and experience musical learning at its finest.

 We proudly offer:

  * Des Moines Symphony Youth Orchestras- Enriching ensembles for local young musicians

  * Private Lessons on a variety of instruments for youth and adults

  * Group Piano Classes- An interactive experience for first-time musicians

  * Chamber Music for winds and strings

  * Adult Classes- Comprehensive music appreciation

  * Summer Camps & Classes for fun, year-round learning

Mission Statement & Core Values

The mission of the Des Moines Symphony Academy is to provide comprehensive, enriching, fun and interactive music education experiences for students, teachers and other music lovers.

We provide musical experiences that:

  • Are unique
  • Are of the highest quality
  • Are fun/enjoyable
  • Occur in a nurturing environment
  • Improve music literacy
  • Emphasize early childhood development
Join us in our eighth year for an unforgettable musical experience!