Noce's Upcoming Shows

Wave Cage combines jazz composition, atmospheric synths, and driving beats to create their own blend of electrified, synth-heavy jazz fusion. Jazz Weekly pronounced them “Soulful space cadets”, while the River Cities’ Reader described their sound as “evoking the smooth melodies and diverse textures of early Weather Report; the ambitious, everything-but-the-kitchen-sink arrangements of groups such as Jaga Jazzist; and the more genre-agnostic trip-hop beat decisions of such projects as Thievery Corporation and Zero 7. 

Joyann Parker is an American roots and soul singer-songwriter whose powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich, genre-blending sound have made her one of the most compelling independent artists in today’s modern roots landscape. Drawing from blues, gospel, jazz, R&B, and vintage Americana, Parker pairs raw vocal authority with deeply human storytelling. Known for her electrifying live performances and unwavering authenticity, she has built a devoted fanbase through craft, connection, and emotional honesty. Her albums Out of the Dark (2021) and Roots (2023) both charted on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, with Roots debuting at No. 10, an achievement driven entirely by her fan community and a defining milestone in her career. Parker’s next chapter arrives with Life Lines, due Friday, March 27, 2026. The album represents a bold evolution in her artistry, inspired by the stories written across our lives, in memory, and in the lines we carry as we grow older. Rooted in a lived-in, vintage aesthetic shaped by the sounds of the 1970s, Life Lines draws influence from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Van Morrison, and Albert King. Blending soul, rock, blues, and Americana, the record feels both timeless and immediate. “It’s a reminder that getting older is a gift,” Parker says. “Every line has a story, and I’m learning to wear mine with gratitude.” The album showcases some of Parker’s most emotionally honest songwriting to date. Standout tracks include “Think of Me,” written to her children as a reflection on young motherhood, healing, and forgiveness, and “Got Love,” an uplifting anthem inspired by a close friend’s recovery journey. Anchored by up-tempo grooves, rich harmonies, and Parker’s unmistakably soulful voice, Life Lines invites listeners to move, reflect, and feel deeply. Born and raised in the small northern Wisconsin town of Mellen, Parker’s musical foundation was formed in the church, where she began singing at age two while her mother played piano. She started formal piano training at four and continued through college, eventually shifting her studies from pre-pharmacy to music education after a music appreciation course redirected her path. Growing up with limited radio exposure, Parker absorbed classic pop, rock, gospel, and soul through her parents and her audiophile uncle, gravitating early toward powerhouse vocalists and strong harmonies. Those formative years, spent singing at weddings, leading worship, and performing in school ensembles, instilled discipline, musicality, and emotional depth that continue to shape her work. Parker’s journey toward finding her authentic voice came later in life, when she learned to step away from imitation and trust the natural soulfulness that had always been there. That realization reshaped her vocal identity and songwriting, freeing her to write without genre constraints and to prioritize story, truth, and humanity above all else. “I’m not interested in perfection,” she says. “There’s value in the flaws. That’s where the real stuff lives.” A magnetic live performer, Parker has spent more than a decade rising through the Midwest music scene, forging deep connections with audiences drawn to her emotional transparency and commanding stage presence. Her shows are known for their intensity, warmth, and vulnerability. One of her most defining moments came when a fan shared that Parker’s song “Out of the Dark” gave her the hope she needed to choose life during a deeply dark period. “That’s the memory I hold onto on my hardest days,” Parker shares. Mentored by figures within the Minneapolis blues community, including her longtime guitarist and business partner Mark Lamoine, Parker learned not only how to lead a band but how to navigate the music industry with integrity, confidence, and purpose. Now entering a new phase of clarity and creative momentum, her music remains rooted in authenticity, faith, and a desire to lift others through shared experience. “I want people to feel hope, joy, compassion, and love when they think of me,” she says. “I want to love people here on earth the way Jesus loves them.” With Life Lines on the horizon and a steadily growing fanbase, Joyann Parker steps into 2026 with her most vibrant, soulful, and fearless work to date. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

Noce is proud to present Gina Gedler with special featured artist Abbie Sawyer in a new special country music experience. Along with a pyanna, bass, drums, fiddle, and geetar, this show features some of the greatest country tunes of all time! It’s a toe tapping and heartfelt night of song……. filled with some surprises too! This show celebrates legendary country music artists like, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, The Judds, Johnny Cash, and many more! 

Vocalist/pianist Max Wellman along with local jazz musicians play standards from the end of Saturday night's primetime show (9:30 or 10:30) until 11:30 or midnight. --- Vocalist Max Wellman is enticing music lovers throughout the region. With a sound evoking the likes of Sinatra and Connick, Wellman’s recordings & performances promise that the Great American Songbook is alive & well for a new generation of listeners. Wellman co-founded Noce, a state-of-the-art jazz club in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. Additionally, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs throughout the country, from Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center to Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago to Dazzle in Denver & many in between. 

The Des Moines Big Band, a storied ensemble that goes back to the 1950s, has played with some of the greatest names in jazz, from legends like Clark Terry to some of the more local household names such as Scott Smith. --- The band often invites high school & college groups in to play during the set break. The first Tuesday of every month, though, the band plays their own full night highlighting the work of a different iconic jazz artist or composer. 

Every Wednesday night, Noce hosts an all night happy hour. Doors at 6, music 7-10pm, no cover all night! $5 green tea shots, $6 well drinks, $7 house wine, $8 specialty cocktails. Some of the top jazz musicians in the region are featured each week. 

Join a stellar piano trio led by Tanner Taylor & featuring Mac Santiago & Grayson Peterson down from the Twin Cities for the night as they cover the music of The Beatles. --- Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is an in-demand pianist throughout the Midwest, actively performing in the Omaha, Minneapolis, Des Moines, and Kansas City music scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry, Slide Hampton, Lew Tabackin, David “Fathead” Newman, Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Dick Oatts, Eric Alexander, Bobby Shew, Steve Smith, Jaleel Shaw, Delfeayo Marsalis, Barbara Morrison, Connie Evingson,and Randy Brecker. as well as performing on "A Praire Home Companion" with Garrison Keilor. Taylor was inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame in October, 2022 

In the latest innovative revue at Noce, Max Wellman and his big band highlight the works of Frank Sinatra, his contemporaries, and those that followed. Fly Me to The Moon features songs made famous by Harry Connick Jr, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, and more. Wellman includes newly commissioned arrangements from some of today’s great Big Band arrangers; this new format will allow for an ever-changing, dynamic set list each time the band takes the stage. –––––––––– Vocalist Max Wellman continues to entice music lovers throughout the region, with a sound evoking Sinatra and Connick. Wellman’s recordings & performances proclaim that the Great American Songbook is alive and well for a new generation of listeners. Noce is a state-of-the-art jazz club (co-founded by Wellman) in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. In addition to performing at Noce, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs around the country, including Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center, Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago, and Dazzle in Denver. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

In the latest innovative revue at Noce, Max Wellman and his big band highlight the works of Frank Sinatra, his contemporaries, and those that followed. Fly Me to The Moon features songs made famous by Harry Connick Jr, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, and more. Wellman includes newly commissioned arrangements from some of today’s great Big Band arrangers; this new format will allow for an ever-changing, dynamic set list each time the band takes the stage. –––––––––– Vocalist Max Wellman continues to entice music lovers throughout the region, with a sound evoking Sinatra and Connick. Wellman’s recordings & performances proclaim that the Great American Songbook is alive and well for a new generation of listeners. Noce is a state-of-the-art jazz club (co-founded by Wellman) in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. In addition to performing at Noce, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs around the country, including Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center, Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago, and Dazzle in Denver. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

The Des Moines Big Band, a storied ensemble that goes back to the 1950s, has played with some of the greatest names in jazz, from legends like Clark Terry to some of the more local household names such as Scott Smith. --- The band often invites high school & college groups in to play during the set break. The first Tuesday of every month, though, the band plays their own full night highlighting the work of a different iconic jazz artist or composer. 

Every Thursday night, Noce hosts an all night happy hour. Doors at 6, music 7-10pm, no cover all night! $5 green tea shots, $6 well drinks, $7 house wine, $8 specialty cocktails. Some of the top jazz musicians in the region are featured each week. 

The Listening Room is a series at Noce highlighting original music by Iowa-based songwriters. --- Andrew Hoyt is a full-time touring singer/songwriter blending folk, pop, and acoustic vibes into a sound that’s both warm and unique. He’s performed at major venues like Wells Fargo Arena and shared the stage with artists such as AJR, David Archuleta and Eric Hutchinson. His latest EP, Kind of Paradise, produced by Nashville’s Lucas Morton and mixed by Micah Tawlks, marks a new chapter in his artistry. The project features songs co-written with acclaimed artists Matt Wertz and Andy Davis, weaving heartfelt lyrics with melodies that feel like sunshine and nostalgia. 

Gabriel Espinosa was born in Merida, Mexico. He received a BA in Music from Central College and an Arranging Degree from Berklee College of Music in Boston. He later received his Masters in Music from the University of North Texas. He began his teaching career at Central College in 1996 and in 2004 he joined the music faculty at Grinnell College. Prior to going solo in 2009 Espinosa recorded three albums with his Iowa based band Ashanti. Since then, he has recorded five albums under the music label Zoho Music based in New York City. Musicians featured include Antonio Sanchez, Anat Cohen, Hendrik Meurkens, Misha Tsiganov, Helio Alves, Tierney Sutton and Kim Nazarian to name a few. --- For Misha Tsiganov, the journey to becoming a renowned jazz musician began with a dream—a dream to move to the United States for greater opportunities and a broader musical landscape. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, into a family of artists—his father a sculptor and his mother a music teacher—Misha's passion for music ignited early. At just six years old, he began playing the piano, and his dedication led him to graduate from the Mussorgsky College of Music. In 1990, Misha’s exceptional talent was recognized with a prize-winner diploma at the All-Russia Jazz Competition. The following year, his dream took a significant step forward when the esteemed vibraphonist Gary Burton invited him to study at Berklee College of Music in Boston. After two years of rigorous training, Misha’s dream of moving to the U.S. became a reality when he relocated to New York City, where his career began to flourish. Misha’s impressive career includes a range of notable collaborations and recordings: 1998-2008: Collaborated with Norman Hedman's Tropique, contributing to Taken By Surprise (2000, Palmetto Records) and Garden Of Forbidden Fruit (2003, PowerLight Media). 2002-present: Worked with Johnny Colon on Keeping It Real (2007). 2002-present: Partnered with Willie Martinez, recording I Remember You (2002), Family (2005), and After Winter, Spring (2008). 2003-2004: Joined Chico Freeman for the album Out Of Many Comes The One (2003, Arabesque Records). 2004: Featured on NGFOOT (Nine Guys From Out Of Town), produced by Stu Gardner and featuring artists like Michael Brecker and Randy Brecker. 2004-2008: Worked with Joe Chambers on The Outlaw (2005, Savant Records) and performed at the Half Note Jazz Club in Athens. 2007-present: Collaborated with Papo Pepin and Jed Levy, with albums including Travelogue (2011) and Italian Suite (2013, SteepleChase Records). 2007-present: Partnered with Hendrik Meurkens, contributing to Samba To Go (2009, Zoho Records), A Night In Jakarta (2010, Jawo Records), Live at Bird's Eye (2011, Zoho Records), Celebrando (2012, Zoho Records), and Samba, Little Samba (2014, Zoho Records). In 2011, Misha toured Europe with the Myron Walden Quintet featuring Darren Barrett. His performances have illuminated prestigious international venues and festivals, including Carnegie Hall, Blue Note, Dizzy's Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Avery Fisher Hall, and many others, from the Java Jakarta Jazz Festival to the St. Croix Jazz Festival. Misha Tsiganov’s distinctive piano work was a highlight of the Bill Cosby television cartoon Little Bill (1999-2002), which continues to air on Nickelodeon and CBS. His contributions are also featured in Paramount Pictures / Viacom’s Little Bill videos. Throughout his career, Misha has had the privilege of performing and recording with jazz icons such as Clark Terry, Michael Brecker, Randy Brecker, Wynton Marsalis, Joe Chambers, Gary Bartz, Hendrik Meurkens, and many others, embodying the essence of jazz with each performance. Misha Tsiganov’s journey underscores the power of a dream and the transformative opportunities it can bring. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

Formed in 1998, Grand Marquis has since become solidly rooted in the Kansas City music scene as one of the hardest-working bands in the region, playing over 100 shows per year! The group has performed from coast to coast, released 8 albums, including a 7" 45 rpm vinyl record/CD combo recorded at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, TN. With their own versatile and thoroughly entertaining brand of American Roots, Blues and Prohibition-Era Jazz, the Grand Marquis are consistently finding themselves in high demand. 

Vocalist/pianist Max Wellman along with local jazz musicians play standards from the end of Saturday night's primetime show (9:30 or 10:30) until 11:30 or midnight. --- Vocalist Max Wellman is enticing music lovers throughout the region. With a sound evoking the likes of Sinatra and Connick, Wellman’s recordings & performances promise that the Great American Songbook is alive & well for a new generation of listeners. Wellman co-founded Noce, a state-of-the-art jazz club in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. Additionally, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs throughout the country, from Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center to Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago to Dazzle in Denver & many in between. 

The Des Moines Big Band, a storied ensemble that goes back to the 1950s, has played with some of the greatest names in jazz, from legends like Clark Terry to some of the more local household names such as Scott Smith. --- The band often invites high school & college groups in to play during the set break. The first Tuesday of every month, though, the band plays their own full night highlighting the work of a different iconic jazz artist or composer. 

Every Wednesday night, Noce hosts an all night happy hour. Doors at 6, music 7-10pm, no cover all night! $5 green tea shots, $6 well drinks, $7 house wine, $8 specialty cocktails. Some of the top jazz musicians in the region are featured each week. 

Join elite jazz pianist & composer Jason Danielson along with a stellar cast of musicians as Noce is treated to a full evening of the artist's own catalogue of songs. This is a rare chance to hear Jason showcase his own music with some of his favorite musicians. 

Noce is proud to present “Voix de Ville,” an original ever-evolving cabaret produced by Max Wellman featuring arrangements spanning from the 1920s to the 2020s. A modernized creation inspired by the vaudeville shows that ushered in the Jazz Age, Voix de Ville includes an elite jazz orchestra under the direction of Jason Danielson alongside drag & ballet professionals. The show opened in September of 2024 & will have an ongoing rotating cast of performers for a different show each week. Past shows have featured drag queens Tyona Diamond & Domita Sanchez, ballet professionals Amelia & Logan Hillman, Napoleon Douglas, & more. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

Noce is proud to present a new production featuring company artist Napoleon Douglas highlighting the works of great black singers in the world of jazz. From classics like "Unforgettable," "Nature Boy," & other Nat King Cole hits, to more modern records from the Gregory Porter songbook, & a dash of Sammy Davis Jr. thrown in, this show has a little bit of everything for vocal jazz fans. Douglas will be joined by a 10 piece jazz orchestra featuring the arrangements of Jason Danielson in this brand new Noce revue. --- Napoleon, an international actor, singer, and entrepreneur, holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from Drake University and an M.B.A. in Entrepreneurship from Southern New Hampshire University. He holds a diverse background in the creative arts including roles as a Teaching Artist, Director, Choreographer, and Music Director for esteemed Theatres and Arts Organizations. Institutionally, Napoleon serves as the Artistic Director for Pyramid Theatre Company, Iowa's sole black theatre. Napoleon has a rich background in Cabaret Programming - his expertise extends to managing specialty acts, including The Randy Andy's from New York City to leading Cabaret and Private Events programs at NOCE Jazz & Cabaret in Des Moines, IA. He now captivates audiences at NOCE with premier acts like "Bojangles," "Nap Sings Nat" (his Sammy Davis Jr. and Nat King Cole tribute shows), and others featuring Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, and more, including "For Once In My Life" and "Follies" – a review of Broadway's best. Napoleon's recent stage appearances include "Louie" in the World Premiere of "Mr. Holland's Opus" at Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, ME, and "Bruce" at the Seattle Repertory Theatre. Notable roles in theatre encompass international performances like Simba in The Festival of the Lion King in Hong Kong, and national roles such as Louie in "Mr. Holland's Opus" (World Premiere & Dance Captain - Ogunquit Playhouse), and Joe Alves & Carl Gottlieb Cover in "BRUCE" (World Premiere - Seattle Repertory). His extensive theatre portfolio includes standout performances as Jimmy Early in "Dreamgirls" (2018 Ostrander Winner - Best Supporting Actor in a Musical), Judas in "Jesus Christ Superstar" (Arvada Center), NoMax in "Five Guys Named Moe" (Westchester Broadway), as well as leading and supporting roles in productions like "Hairspray!," "Sister Act," "Superior Donuts," "A Christmas Carol," "Miss Saigon," "Romeo & Juliet," and "White Christmas." In the realm of TV and film, Napoleon's talents shine in Hulu's "Wu-Tang: An American Saga" (Co-Star) and "Oscar Micheaux" (Cannes Short Selection, Urban Film BET Short Premiere Selection - 2018). Formerly a prestigious Isiserettes Drill & Drum Corps member, which has graced both Inauguration Parades for President Barack Obama. Napoleon was part of that 2009 Drumline in Washington, DC. Beyond his artistic pursuits, Napoleon has contributed as a Board Member for various creative companies, including City Voices, a community-centered music education organization. 

Vocalist/pianist Max Wellman along with local jazz musicians play standards from the end of Saturday night's primetime show (9:30 or 10:30) until 11:30 or midnight. --- Vocalist Max Wellman is enticing music lovers throughout the region. With a sound evoking the likes of Sinatra and Connick, Wellman’s recordings & performances promise that the Great American Songbook is alive & well for a new generation of listeners. Wellman co-founded Noce, a state-of-the-art jazz club in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. Additionally, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs throughout the country, from Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center to Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago to Dazzle in Denver & many in between. 

Bassist, vocalist and all-around fun-loving entertainer Blake Shaw is no stranger to the Iowa jazz community - but let’s face it, we don’t get nearly enough Blake in Central Iowa. Not to worry, the Des Moines Big Band has teamed up with him and developed a musical romp that will leave you with a heart full of happiness and a toe that just won’t stop tapping. We love Blake, and you will too! Don’t let this one sneak by you. 

Every Thursday night, Noce hosts an all night happy hour. Doors at 6, music 7-10pm, no cover all night! $5 green tea shots, $6 well drinks, $7 house wine, $8 specialty cocktails. Some of the top jazz musicians in the region are featured each week. 

Join Max Wellman & Napoleon Douglas for a night of music spanning a wide spectrum of genres from their ongoing successful Noce productions, from the Sinatra songbook to the music of Tin Pan Alley & Broadway & more. Along with a 10 piece jazz orchestra, these two showmen will give you an unforgettable night at Noce. --- Vocalist Max Wellman is enticing music lovers throughout the region. With a sound evoking the likes of Sinatra and Connick, Wellman’s recordings & performances promise that the Great American Songbook is alive & well for a new generation of listeners. Wellman co-founded Noce, a state-of-the-art jazz club in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. Additionally, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs throughout the country, from Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center to Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago to Dazzle in Denver & many in between. --- Napoleon M Douglas is an International Actor, Teaching Artist, and Entrepreneur whose performance experience includes Stage Theatre, Film, Commercial, Voice Over, Instrumental Music, Dance, and Vocal Music among others. Theatre (selected): International - Simba in The Festival of the Lion King (HKDL); National - Louie in Mr. Holland’s Opus (World Premiere & Dance Captain - Ogunquit Playhouse); Joe Alves & Carl Gottlieb Cover in BRUCE (World Premiere - Seattle Repertory); Jimmy Early in Dreamgirls (2018 Ostrander Winner - Best Supporting Actor in a Musical), Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar (Arvada Center), NoMax in Five Guys Named Moe (Westchester Broadway), as well as leading and supporting roles in Hairspray!, Sister Act, Superior Donuts, A Christmas Carol, Miss Saigon, Romeo & Juliet, and White Christmas. TV/Film (Selected): Hulu’s WuTang: An American Saga (Co-Star), and Oscar Micheaux (Cannes Short Selection, Urban Film BET Short Premiere Selection - 2018). Educationally, Napoleon has worked as a Choreographer, Director, Music Director, Studio Voice Instructor, and Teaching Artist for theatres and companies across the U.S. including The Summer Conservatory at Memphis Playhouse on the Square, The Academy at Midtown Arts Center, and The Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Institutionally, He serves as a Board Member and Artist-in-Residence for City Voices - a community-centered nonprofit that provides free, high quality, individualized music instruction to underserved students in the Des Moines Metro area and Board Member of Sing For Your Seniors (www.singforyourseniors.org). Napoleon is a former member of the renowned Isiserettes Drill and Drum Corps who performed for both Inauguration Parades for President Barack Obama, and for President Joe Biden. Drake University (B.A. Theatre Arts, ’14). SNHU (M.B.A. Entrepreneurship, ’18). Phi Gamma Delta. Actors Equity Association. 

Noce presents a late night show hosted by a rotation of musicians every Friday night following the conclusion of the prime time show. No cover & happy hour prices at the bar! 

Gina Gedler teams up with the Soya Vista Jazz Orchestra bringing you music that specializes in the cool mainstream lounge jazz and pop music from the 1950’s through the 1970’s. It is a mixture of big band sound as well as some reduced combo format music as well. Under the direction of John Benoit, this band features great arrangements of music from: Frank Sinatra, The Andrew Sisters, Billie Holiday, Henry Mancini, Burt Bacharach, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Peggy Lee, Bessie Smith and many more! 

Vocalist/pianist Max Wellman along with local jazz musicians play standards from the end of Saturday night's primetime show (9:30 or 10:30) until 11:30 or midnight. --- Vocalist Max Wellman is enticing music lovers throughout the region. With a sound evoking the likes of Sinatra and Connick, Wellman’s recordings & performances promise that the Great American Songbook is alive & well for a new generation of listeners. Wellman co-founded Noce, a state-of-the-art jazz club in the Western Gateway neighborhood of downtown Des Moines. Additionally, Wellman has appeared at some of the great clubs throughout the country, from Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center to Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago to Dazzle in Denver & many in between.