Emmanuel Ax: The Lauridsen Great Pianist Series

Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 7:30 p.m.

Location: Sheslow Auditorium, 2507 University Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Event Information

Description

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!

Neighborhoods

Gray's Lake, Historic Court Avenue District, Historic East Village, Market District, Sherman Hill, Western Gateway

Host Organization

Civic Music Association

Website

https://civicmusic.org/emanuel-ax-february-2026/

Facebook Event URL

https://www.facebook.com/share/16MQc4Eq24/

Pricing Information

Tickets available at https://civicmusic.org/season-tickets/

Contact

Bethany Winget - Civic Music Association
intern@civicmusic.org