Jeanne R. Johnson Music Innovation Lab

Jeanne R. Johnson Music Innovation Lab

The DSO’s new Music Innovation Lab is a 3,500-square-foot interactive learning space located at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Designed to explore the different components of music through cutting-edge technology, the lab features AI-powered tools and multimedia installations developed by engineers at MIT’s Media Lab.

The space includes five unique discovery zones, each offering hands-on experiences that encourage learning and collaboration in the music-making process. Learn more about these discovery zones below.

Instrument Zone

Presented by Barbara & Robert P. Sypult

(E)motion Room

Creation Space

Sound Booths

Music Memory Zone

Reserve Your Visit

To make a reservation, please email us at musicinnovationlab@dalsym.com.

FAQ

Who can visit the Music Innovation Lab?

The Music Innovation Lab was designed with young people and students in mind but can be enjoyed by music lovers of all ages.

When will the Music Innovation Lab be open?

The Lab will be open to the public starting September 9, 2025, with three 90-minute sessions available for bookings both during the school day and on weekends. Each session will be open for up to 25 guests. Reservations must be made in advance.

I’m a teacher. Can I arrange a field trip for my students to visit the Music Innovation Lab?

Yes! The Music Innovation Lab is currently accepting reservations from school groups as part of a beta testing phase.

Email us at musicinnovationlab@dalsym.com for more information. Additional information on hours and ticketing will be announced soon, ahead of our public opening on September 9, 2025.

How much are tickets to the Music Innovation Lab?

The Lab is free for school groups now through the end of the school year. The Lab is not currently open to the general public. Ticketing details and pricing will be announced soon.

Contact

Press Inquiries

For press inquiries, please contact Chelsey Norris, Director of Communications at c.norris@dalsym.com

Tour Inquiries

For requests to arrange a tour, please contact Stephanie Izaguirre, Education Center Coordinator at musicinnovationlab@dalsym.com

How to Support

For more information about how to support the Music Innovation Lab, please contact Toni Miller, CAP^®, Senior Director of Campaign & Legacy Giving at t.miller@dalsym.com