Episode #22: Ashley Sidon, Civic Music Association Executive Director

The 1st of 3 episodes featuring Civic Music Association: The nonprofit has been a cornerstone of Des Moines’ cultural life since 1925. In this episode of Give & Grow DSM, host Siobhan Spain sits down with CMA’s Executive Director Ashley Sidon to explore the organization’s rich history, its 100th anniversary season, and the future of world-class music in Central Iowa.Ashley shares her journey from performing and teaching music around the globe to leading one of Iowa’s most historic arts organizations. The conversation highlights CMA’s successful $2 million capital campaign, its impactful education outreach programs, and the ways music continues to connect generations across the community.Website | https://civicmusic.org/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/civicmusic/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/CivicMusicAssociationYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/CivicMusicAssocCheck out CMA’s 100th Season Playlist on Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/user/civicmusicassociationSUPPORT CMA | https://civicmusic.org/support/personal-giving/Give & Grow DSM:Website | https://giveandgrowdsm.com/Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/3y0yaF0FC15ATLDkXubjjt?si=dbfc11ea1a604139LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/give-and-grow-dsmInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/giveandgrowdsm/YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@giveandgrowdsm