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Dr. James Thompson serves as guest clinician at ICDA

Dr. James Thompson was asked by the Iowa Choral Director's Association (ICDA) to be the guest clinician for an All-State workshop at Dallas-Center Grimes high school. There were nearly 200 students there, each of whom are auditioning for the 2025 All-State Choir.

Handel's Messiah - December 7, 2025

Handel's Messiah Performance Poster

The Des Moines Community Orchestra Continues its 50th Anniversary Season with Its Annual Celebrate & Sing with Special Guest Conductor Dr. James Thompson.

  • Soprano - Grace Graham
  • Alto - Courtney Kayser
  • Tenor - Edwin Griffith
  • Bass - Dr. Seth Tack

Sunday, December 7, 2025
Grace United Methodist Church
3700 Cottage Grove, Des Moines, Iowa 
1 pm - Pre-Concert Talk
2 pm - Concert

FREE Admission!