Des Moines Symphony and Tchaikovsky

Sep 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM · Des Moines Civic Center, Des Moines, IA Des Moines Civic Center, Des Moines, IA

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Tchaikovsky

80 concerts

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, a Russian Romantic composer from Votkinsk, is celebrated for his emotional intensity and melodic beauty. He masterfully blended Russian folk influences with Western traditions. His iconic works include the ballets Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and The Sleeping Beauty, alongside the 1812 Overture and Piano Concerto No. 1. His compositions remain beloved globally.

Des Moines Symphony

2 concerts

Founded in Des Moines, Iowa in 1937, the Des Moines Symphony is a leading regional orchestra. Renowned for its classical "Masterworks" and popular "Pops" concerts, it earned an ASCAP Award for adventurous programming and collaborations. The Symphony also established its own music academy, making it a major Midwest arts institution.