Des Moines Symphony

Welcome to our 89th Season—THE POWER OF SOUND! 

Great music has an extraordinary power. It can unite us, awaken our imaginations and give voice to emotions that words alone cannot express. This season, we’ll explore a variety of themes inspired by some of the greatest composers throughout history and today. 

Unity. Beautiful Monsters. Renewal. Resistance. Resilience. Awakening. Radical Joy.

Sound has the power to transform each of us and the world around us. Most of all, it brings people together to share something profound in the moment. Throughout our 7-program Masterworks series, you’ll encounter music that stirs your soul, sparks your imagination and connects all of us to each other in meaningful ways. From timeless masterworks by Tchaikovsky, Beethoven and Vivaldi to bold, new voices, each program embraces how sound expresses emotion, tells stories and creates unforgettable shared experiences.

Whether you’re attending your 100th concert or joining us for the very first time, I hope you’ll join us this season to experience the remarkable power of great music performed live by this extraordinary orchestra. 

Package Options

• Masterworks 7 (starting at $122.50, students half price)
• Flex 4 (starting at just $80, students half price) 

Pair our Masterworks 7 Package or Flex 4 Package with the Pops Concerts of your choice for the perfect season! Masterworks 7 subscribers save nearly 25% off single ticket prices, and Flex 4subscribers receive a discount of nearly 20% with the flexibility to mix and match concerts in the way that best fits their lifestyle.

Subscriptions are on sale now – lock in your favorite seats today! Thank you for being part of the Symphony family. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Civic Center as we explore the rich spectrum of sound and emotion together.