Live Big-Band Jazz in Des Moines — Turner Center Jazz Orchestra

Turner Center Jazz Orchestra — Live Jazz in Des Moines

Turner Center Jazz Orchestra delivers big‑band jazz concerts in Des Moines, Iowa, offering a mix of holiday programs, tribute evenings, and vocal‑led performances. Audiences can expect expertly arranged charts, tight ensemble playing, and featured soloists across a seasonal lineup.

Signature Concerts

• All That Holiday Jazz! — A theatrical holiday concert starring Anita Jackson, a St. Louis native and celebrated vocalist who has worked with artists like Bette Midler and Mariah Carey. This performance focuses on holiday standards and festive arrangements ideal for seasonal audiences.
• Oh Canada! — A tribute to Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass, showcasing the Canadian big‑band sound and sophisticated arrangements that highlight ensemble textures and brass voicings.
• Jazz for Lovers and Friends — Featuring Connie Evingson, whose ten chart‑topping albums and global radio presence anchor an evening of jazz standards, Broadway tunes, and timeless covers celebrating love and friendship.

Why Choose Turner Center Jazz Orchestra

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• Live big‑band sound and professional jazz arrangements
• Holiday and seasonal concert experiences
• Tribute shows honoring prominent jazz figures
• Vocal jazz performances by nationally recognized singers

Concert Experience and Repertoire

The repertoire spans holiday standards, classic big‑band charts, arranged tributes, romantic ballads, and vocal features. Concerts are suitable for listeners seeking an authentic live jazz orchestra experience in central Iowa.

What to Expect at a Performance

• Full big‑band instrumentation with brass, reeds, rhythm section
• Carefully arranged charts highlighting ensemble precision
• Featured vocalists delivering standards and dynamic interpretations
• Themed programming for holidays, tributes, and special evenings

Tickets & Planning Your Visit

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Turner Center Jazz Orchestra stands as a destination for big‑band and vocal jazz in Des Moines, offering seasonal and themed concerts that highlight guest vocalists, tribute programming, and classic jazz arrangements.