Live Big-Band Jazz in Des Moines — Turner Center Jazz Orchestra
Seasonal concerts and tributes featuring acclaimed vocalists, holiday programs, and big‑band classics.
Featured Concerts & Programs
Three signature performances blending big‑band arrangements and standout vocalists.
About Turner Center Jazz Orchestra
Turner Center Jazz Orchestra is a Des Moines, Iowa‑based big‑band ensemble that presents themed concerts featuring orchestral jazz arrangements and guest vocalists. The orchestra programs a varied season that includes holiday performances, tribute concerts, and romantic jazz evenings.
Performance highlights include “All That Holiday Jazz!” with Anita Jackson — a St. Louis native and celebrated vocalist who has collaborated with artists such as Bette Midler and Mariah Carey — and a theatrical holiday presentation. The orchestra also offers “Oh Canada!”, a tribute evening honoring Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass, recognizing McConnell’s place in the jazz Hall of Fame and The Boss Brass’s distinctive big‑band sound. “Jazz for Lovers and Friends” features Connie Evingson, a Minnesota vocalist with ten chart‑topping albums and international radio presence, performing jazz standards, Broadway selections, and beloved covers.
Turner Center Jazz Orchestra’s programming centers on big‑band repertoire, vocal jazz arrangements, and curated tribute shows that highlight both ensemble precision and featured soloists. Ticketed concerts take place in Des Moines and are positioned for audiences seeking live jazz, seasonal celebrations, and tribute programs. The ensemble’s season brings nationally recognized guest artists and carefully arranged big‑band charts to central Iowa audiences.
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Secure tickets now for holiday jazz, Canadian big‑band tributes, and romantic jazz evenings in Des Moines.