DES MOINES EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
An Evening with Connie Evingson: Jazz for Lovers and Friends at the Turner Center
A concise guide to the Feb. 10, 2026 concert in Des Moines—what to expect on the two‑hour evening of jazz, standards and covers.
An Evening with Connie Evingson: Jazz for Lovers and Friends at the Turner Center.
Minnesota‑born vocalist Connie Evingson brings a broad repertoire to Des Moines for Jazz for Lovers and Friends—an evening that crosses jazz, Broadway standards and memorable covers, threaded together by songs celebrating love and friendship.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Connie Evingson — a versatile, charting vocalist
Evingson’s catalog spans jazz, Broadway and inventive covers; her ten albums have charted in the Top 50 in the U.S. and Canada and receive international radio play, making her the evening’s central draw.
Songs about love and friendship
The program highlights Evingson’s adventurous spirit, moving between standards and reinterpretations—from Peggy Lee to The Beatles—anchoring an evening themed around love and friendship.
An intimate concert experience in Des Moines
Presented under the Turner Center Jazz Orchestra banner at the Patty & Fred Turner Jazz Center, the performance offers a focused, two‑hour musical journey for listeners.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Expect a two‑hour program anchored by Evingson’s expressive voice and wide stylistic range—jazz-inflected standards, Broadway numbers and imaginative covers—framed as a set of songs that celebrate connection and companionship.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits—and where to check for limits or accommodations.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No specific gear requirements are listed in the provided information.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is Jazz for Lovers and Friends?
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 at 7:30pm.
How long is the concert?
The performance is scheduled for two hours.
Where is the event held?
Patty & Fred Turner Jazz Center, 2505 Carpenter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311.
Who is performing?
Minnesota‑born vocalist Connie Evingson is the featured performer.
What kind of music will be performed?
Evingson’s repertoire spans jazz and Broadway standards and includes covers (from artists such as Peggy Lee and The Beatles) focused on songs about love and friendship.
Who presents the event?
The Turner Center Jazz Orchestra is the presenting operator.