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An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music

An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music

Civic Music Association

Saturday, November 1 · 7:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center

An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music

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Saturday, November 1 · 7:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center

An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music

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    Please note only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater for this production.

About The Show

The first show of Civic Music Association’s 100th Season is one you’ll never forget: Legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma makes his Civic Music debut! This special performance from Yo-Yo Ma pairs repertoire from the center of his musical firmament with reflections on how it has shaped his thinking about art, human nature, and our search for meaning. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience this legend live and in person!

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