2022 DSO Gala

Saturday, October 1

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Sunday, October 2

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Embark on a grand musical journey with Strauss’s Don Quixote. Cellist Jan Vogler plays the central role of Cervantes’s beloved Don, with other instruments representing various characters throughout including the brass taking a turn as a herd of sheep. The famous viola solo in Don Quixote features DSO’s very own, Meredith Kufchak, Principal Viola.

Friday, October 7

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Wildlife conservationist, activist, writer and virtuosic pianist, Hélène Grimaud returns to Dallas to perform Brahms’ First Piano Concerto, the composer’s first performed orchestral work. Grimaud’s thoughtful and tenderly expressive music making will ignite our emotions.

Saturday, October 8

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Wildlife conservationist, activist, writer and virtuosic pianist, Hélène Grimaud returns to Dallas to perform Brahms’ First Piano Concerto, the composer’s first performed orchestral work. Grimaud’s thoughtful and tenderly expressive music making will ignite our emotions.

Sunday, October 9

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Wildlife conservationist, activist, writer and virtuosic pianist, Hélène Grimaud returns to Dallas to perform Brahms’ First Piano Concerto, the composer’s first performed orchestral work. Grimaud’s thoughtful and tenderly expressive music making will ignite our emotions.

Friday, October 14

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY® nominee Ryan Shaw light up the Meyerson with all your favorite Aretha Franklin hits. Led by GRAMMY® Award-winning conductor John McLaughlin Williams, known for his engaging podium presence, this high-energy, glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul includes iconic favorites from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Amazing Grace and many more.

Saturday, October 15

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY® nominee Ryan Shaw light up the Meyerson with all your favorite Aretha Franklin hits. Led by GRAMMY® Award-winning conductor John McLaughlin Williams, known for his engaging podium presence, this high-energy, glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul includes iconic favorites from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Amazing Grace and many more.

Sunday, October 16

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Broadway diva Capathia Jenkins and three-time GRAMMY® nominee Ryan Shaw light up the Meyerson with all your favorite Aretha Franklin hits. Led by GRAMMY® Award-winning conductor John McLaughlin Williams, known for his engaging podium presence, this high-energy, glittering tribute to the Queen of Soul includes iconic favorites from Respect and Think to A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Amazing Grace and many more.

Tuesday, October 18

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Our latest season opens with a bit of divine mischief, with superstar clarinetist Julian Bliss performing the World Premiere of John Mackey’s newest work.

Wednesday, October 19

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

“Song For Hope” is a story about living life to the fullest, about the unwavering strength and support of family and friends and about one man’s refusal to allow his affliction to affect his love of his art. Part of the Dallas International Film Festival, this deeply touching film spotlights the life and legacy of our very own Ryan Anthony. 

Thursday, October 20

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Two of Spain’s most beloved exports – distinguished conductor Juanjo Mena and soloist Javier Perianes – take the stage to celebrate Spanish and Latin contributions to classical music.

Friday, October 21

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Two of Spain’s most beloved exports – distinguished conductor Juanjo Mena and soloist Javier Perianes – take the stage to celebrate Spanish and Latin contributions to classical music.

Saturday, October 22

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

The DSO and EarthX Film are excited to present the U.S. premiere of The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth, a multidisciplinary environmental performance created for orchestra, chorus, film, art, and spoken word.

Sunday, October 23

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Two of Spain’s most beloved exports – distinguished conductor Juanjo Mena and soloist Javier Perianes – take the stage to celebrate Spanish and Latin contributions to classical music.

Tuesday, October 25

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Internationally acclaimed American jazz bassist and five-time Grammy winner, Stanley Clarke will delight Dallas audience in a night of first-class jazz. Known for giving the bass guitar a prominence it lacked in jazz-related music, Clark is the first jazz-fusion bassist to headline tours, sell-out shows worldwide and have recordings reach gold status. A joint partnership with The Black Academy of Arts and Letters.

Friday, October 28

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition, on a giant screen, while the DSO performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.

Saturday, October 29

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition, on a giant screen, while the DSO performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.

Sunday, October 30

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition, on a giant screen, while the DSO performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.