CBSO 2026-2027 SEASON

Meet the CBSO Players

October 25 | At the Movies 2PM

December 5 | Winter with the Symphony 7:30PM

CHILDREN'S CHOIR 2026 PERFORMANCES

February 14 >> 9:00 AM - Private Performance

February 27 >> 5:30 PM

April 24 >> 5:30 PM

May 2 >> 10:00 AM

COUNCIL BLUFFS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

MEET CBSO PLAYERS

Meet the CBSO Players

Council Bluffs Symphony Orchestra is a volunteer orchestra made up of musicians of all ages. The organization started to keep music alive in today’s ever-changing world. Membership is free.  Please fill out our "Interested Member" form to inquire about open positions.

Their mission is to be a facilitator for an inspired public of all ages and all walks of life through live and groundbreaking musical performances. Their vision is, through the power of music, to inspire the community, connect people from all backgrounds, and help the community grow to further better life as we know it.

The orchestra not only provides fine art to the community but also brings the symphony into current popular culture. Their desire is to provide a diverse learning experience for children and adults that builds and maintains the appreciation of music with all generations.

If you are interested in being considered for future auditions, please fill out the form below. CBSO will contact you if an opportunity to audition arises. If a position does not become available this season, you will be added to the CBSO mailing list and notified when season auditions are announced. 

Email Allison West

Audition Form

PACE CHILDREN'S CHOIR

Join us for our new community children’s choirs (Grades K–2 and 3–5), where young singers can learn, grow, and share the joy of music while building confidence, teamwork, and musical skills.

2026 Registration Form

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

AUDITIONS
Please arrive 10 minutes early. Register for ONE time slot:

Audition Form

• Saturday, September 12
  9:00–10:00 AM (k-2nd)
• 10:00–11:00 AM (3rd-5th)
• 11:00 AM–12:00 PM (additional time if needed)

LOCATION
Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center
1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Rehearsal Studio – 1st floor, just inside the main entrance.

IMPORTANT LINKS

My Country 'tis of Thee Sheet Music

My Country 'tis of Thee Audio Example

Printable Audition Form (no need to fill this out if registering online)

FEE

If selected for the choir, the participation fee is $75 per child. Scholarships are available.

REHEARSALS

• Grades K–2: Saturdays, 9:00–10:00 AM
• Grades 3–5: Saturdays, 10:30–11:45 AM

UPCOMING LIVE MUSIC

Make your Hoff Fourth Friday experience even better with live music throughout the evening. Explore the galleries, discover local artists, enjoy a drink, and soak in the creative atmosphere. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome!

Hff Live Music: heath church

Fri SEP 25 >> 5:30-7:15PM

hff Live Music: Turnin' Gears

Fri OCT 23 >> 6-9PM