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Civic Music Association (CMA) presents world-class concerts in Des Moines featuring jazz and classical music.

CMA also manages the Belin Quartet presenting free chamber music concerts every summer. The Civic Music Association exists to engage, enrich and educate the central Iowa community through provocative, world-class musical performances by legends and rising stars. Founded in 1925, CMA continues to be a unique and significant arts organization in Des Moines. The mission has not varied from its inception – to both present artistic excellent performances and foster education. By bringing world-renowned artists to central Iowa, CMA not only offers audiences unforgettable fine arts experiences, but also builds awareness, understanding and respect for classical, world and jazz artistry.

10/16/2026

✏️ Join CMA Studio for a vocal jazz clinic at Turner Jazz Center (TJC)! At 3-4:30 PM on November 6, Season 101 artist Caity Gyorgy will give a collegiate and high school vocal jazz clinic at Drake's TJC. This event is open to the public!
Also, if you haven't gotten tickets for the Caity Gyorgy concert yet, you can do that here! 👉 https://civicmusic.org/caity-gyorgy/

10/15/2026

Caity Gyorgy Music comes to Des Moines on November 6! Come to Sheslow Auditorium to hear this rising star of vocal jazz LIVE! 👉 https://civicmusic.org/caity-gyorgy/

10/14/2026

🎻 On October 1, David Balakshrinan of the Turtle Island Quartet led an improv workshop with students at North High School! We hope that this workshop gave the students lots of new ideas!
Learn more about CMA Studio events this season at 👉 https://civicmusic.org/studio-3/

10/13/2026

🎓✏️Thinking about applying for a CMA scholarship this spring? Here's what recent scholarship winner Grace Byrnes (High School Marjorie Spevak Music Scholarship) says about applying: "I believe anyone eligible for the CMA scholarship should take the chance to apply!! The CMA scholarship has been a huge help in paying my tuition for my education, so I can continue to pursue my passion!"

10/09/2026

🎤 Award-winning jazz vocalist Caity Gyorgy comes to Des Moines this November! Experience her spellbinding precision and artistry live at Sheslow Auditorium!
Learn more at 👉 https://civicmusic.org/caity-gyorgy/

10/08/2026

Last Thursday, Boston Brass led a brass masterclass with students at Drake University! Here's a clip from that masterclass showing Boston Brass performing a short piece for the students. Learn more about CMA Studio events this season at 👉 https://civicmusic.org/studio-3/

10/07/2026

This past Thursday, David Balakrishnan of the Turtle Island Quartet led an improv masterclass with string players at Drake University! Here's a clip from that masterclass showing David Balakrishnan soloing while the students accompany him. Learn more about CMA Studio events this season at 👉 https://civicmusic.org/studio-3/

10/06/2026

Thank you for everyone that attended the Boston Brass and Turtle Island concert this past Friday! They put on a fantastic show! CMA could not have asked for a better opening to our 101st Season, and we are so excited to see you at the Caity Gyorgy concert this November!

10/05/2026

CMA's first Coffee and Conversation of the 101st Season is tomorrow! Join CMA Executive Director Ashley Sidon at the Des Moines Smokey Row at 10am for a warm beverage and inspiring company! Learn more at 👉 https://civicmusic.org/cma-coffee-conversation/

10/01/2026

CMA's 101st Season kicks off TOMORROW with Notes from the Balcony! Join Boston Brass and Turtle Island for a romantic night full of the music of Romeo & Juliet. Don't have tickets yet? Get them now on CMA's website 👉https://civicmusic.org/boston-brass-turtle-island-october-2026/

Address

900 Keosauqua Way, Suite 113
Des Moines, IA
50309

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15152804020

Website

https://civicmusic.org/support/personal-giving/

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