Deck the Halls – Des Moines

DATE

Sunday, December 15, 2024

3:00 pm

VENUE

Staplin Performing Arts Center

Performance Details

Join us for an enchanting evening of festive melodies and emotional resonance as the Central Iowa Wind Ensemble presents a special holiday concert that will warm your heart and lift your spirits.

Beloved Holiday Classics: Experience the magic of the season with timeless favorites like “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire” and “Silent Night” performed by our talented musicians. From joyful carols to soulful hymns, each piece is carefully chosen to evoke the true essence of the holidays.
Musical Brilliance: Be mesmerized by the impeccable skill and passion of our ensemble as they bring Alfred Reed’s Russian Christmas Music to life. Let the music transport you to a place of nostalgia and joy, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Emotional Journey: Prepare to be moved as the concert weaves a tapestry of emotions through music. Feel the warmth of community, the beauty of tradition, and the spirit of togetherness that defines this special time of year.
Memorable Moments: Whether you’re singing along to familiar tunes or discovering new favorites, our holiday concert promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.

Program

TBA

Featuring

Dr. Christian Carichner

music director

Community Partner

Support is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Iowa Arts Council, which exists within the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Support is also provided by BRAVO Greater Des Moines and the Polk County Board of Supervisors.

Staplin Performing Arts Center
3650 Woodland Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266

Staplin Performing Arts Center

The Staplin Performing Arts Center, or PAC, opened on Nov. 16, 2014, and was dedicated on Nov. 12, 2015. It's like a special home for the arts in the WDMCS community. They made it with the audience in mind, using the latest equipment and acoustics to make people comfortable and engaged during performances.

Staplin Center Overview:

It has 1,136 fixed seats for the audience.
The stage area is 42 feet by 100 feet.
There's a big 50-foot by 24-foot opening called a proscenium.
They even have a lift for the orchestra pit that moves by itself.
The makeup room has 74 feet of counter and mirror space.

The Staplin Center is named after Dr. Phyllis Staplin, who worked in the West Des Moines Community Schools for 33 years and was a big supporter of the arts and education. She retired in 2012 and passed away in 2018 after bravely fighting cancer.