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Des Moines Symphony Concerts & Events

Sunday May 9

Donor Event
Symphony with a Twist: Virtual Donor Lounge
7:00 PM

Members of the Maestro’s Circle are invited to join us at our virtual donor lounge – Symphony with a Twist! Bring your questions and raise a glass at this live Zoom event where Maestro Giunta will be joined by special guests and musicians.
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Tuesday May 11

Wednesday May 12

Thursday May 13

Live from the Temple
Fantaisie en Français
7:00 PM

Principal Flutist James Blanchard is featured as soloist in Gluck’s Dance of the Blessed Spirits and Faure’s expressive, virtuosic Fantaisie. The concert begins with Marianna Martines and ends with Mozart – plus, William Grant Still’s Danzas de Panama.
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Friday July 2

The Des Moines Symphony's 27th Annual
Yankee Doodle Pops
8:30 PM

Join us for the Des Moines Symphony’s 27th annual Yankee Doodle Pops! This year's concert will be broadcast statewide thanks to a unique partnership with Iowa PBS and Iowa Public Radio.
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Sunday July 4

The Des Moines Symphony's 27th Annual
Yankee Doodle Pops
6:00 PM

Join us for the Des Moines Symphony’s 27th annual Yankee Doodle Pops! This year's concert will be broadcast statewide thanks to a unique partnership with Iowa PBS and Iowa Public Radio.
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Saturday September 4

Water Works Pops
Aretha: A Tribute
7:30 PM

Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins and three- time Grammy Award nominee Ryan Shaw join the Symphony for a glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul! Join us under the stars for an evening of your favorite Aretha Franklin hits, including Respect, Think, A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, and more.
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Sunday September 5

Water Works Pops
A John Williams Celebration
7:30 PM

From Star Wars to E.T., Indiana Jones to Harry Potter and more, join us for a thrilling Symphonic celebration of composer John Williams. You’ll hear your beloved film favorites played under the stars in the Symphony’s free, family-friendly Water Works Pops Series.
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