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Des Moines, Iowa
Upcoming Events
Emmanuel Ax: The Lauridsen Great Pianist Series
February 20, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Sheslow Auditorium
2507 University Avenue
Emanuel Ax returns to Des Moines for the Lauridsen Great Pianists Series and CMA’s 100th season! One of the world’s most brilliant and versatile pianists, he has earned the respect and admiration of music lovers and critics around the world. Ax, a graduate of the Juilliard School of Music, is an 8-time GRAMMY winner. Enjoy this rare opportunity to hear one of the world’s most renowned pianists in a solo recital! Learn more at https://civicmusic.org/emanuel-ax-february-2026/.
Bria Skonberg Quintet: A Modern Take on Traditional Jazz
March 27, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Sheslow Auditorium
2507 University Avenue
Bria Skonberg returns to the CMA stage! Hailed as “a millennial shaking up the jazz world” (Vanity Fair), this powerhouse trumpeter, vocalist, and songwriter blends fiery trumpet, smoky vocals, and bold storytelling. A three-time Juno Award nominee and Sony Masterworks artist, she has performed with Jon Batiste, U2, and more. Don’t miss this chance to hear her boundary-breaking artistry! Learn more at https://civicmusic.org/bria-skonberg-march-2026/.
Fred Hersch Trio: Legendary Jazz Pianist
April 17, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Sheslow Auditorium
2507 University Avenue
Experience the artistry of jazz legend Fred Hersch! A 17-time GRAMMY nominee, composer, and bandleader, Hersch has shaped the voice of jazz for decades. With more than 60 albums, he has collaborated with artists like Esperanza Spalding and Enrico Rava, among many others. A passionate educator and activist, he continues to push the boundaries of jazz. Hear him live in April 2026! Learn more at https://civicmusic.org/fred-hersch-trio-april-2026/.
