Central Iowa Wind Ensemble Presents: "Under the Big Top" Concert

Love live music and family-friendly entertainment? Join the Central Iowa Wind Ensemble for "Under the Big Top," an extraordinary live wind band performance!

Directed by Dr. Christian Carichner, the Central Iowa Wind Ensemble (CIWE) brings the excitement, spectacle, and nostalgia of the circus and carnival to life through high-caliber symphonic band repertoire. From high-energy marches to theatrical circus classics, this concert offers a vibrant musical experience for audiences of all ages.

Event Highlights:

Who: Central Iowa Wind Ensemble (Dr. Christian Carichner, Artistic Director & Conductor)

What: "Under the Big Top" – Live Symphonic Band Concert

When: Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Where: Staplin Performing Arts Center (Valley High School), 3650 Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Admission: FREE (Family-Friendly)

Website & Tickets: https://www.ciwe.org

Whether you are a lifelong lover of band music, a student musician, or looking for a memorable family outing in Greater Des Moines, "Under the Big Top" delivers power, passion, and precision in one of the region's finest concert halls.

Admission is free; free-will donations supporting CIWE's community music programs are welcome.