Name: Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand
Start: 2026-05-17T14:00:00
Location: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

Embark on an auditory adventure with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's upcoming season, featuring a diverse array of performances that span cultural classics and groundbreaking compositions. From the existential musings of Mahler's symphonies to the whimsical scores of Danny Elfman, each performance promises to be a unique exploration of musical storytelling. Whether you're drawn to the deep emotional explorations of Puccini's operas or the eclectic fusion of jazz and classical in Gershwin's work, there's something for every music enthusiast.

Symphonic Journeys: From Mahler’s Epics to Elfman's Cinematic Soundscapes

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is set to captivate audiences with a stellar lineup of events that traverse genres and emotions. From the jazz-infused 'Rhapsody in Blue' to cinematic scores by Danny Elfman, and the epic 'Symphony of a Thousand' by Mahler, this season promises a remarkable journey through soundscapes. Featuring world-class performers like Fabio Luisi, Inon Barnatan, and Danny Elfman himself, these performances promise not just music, but a deep dive into cultural and emotional narratives that resonate beyond the concert hall.

A Symphony of Stories: Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Diverse Musical Journey

Embrace the spirit of music this season with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's array of spellbinding performances. From the delightful 'Home Alone in Concert' and the festive 'Family Christmas Pops' to the soul-stirring 'Dallas Symphony Children's Chorus Spring Recital' and the monumental 'Mahler's Symphony of a Thousand', each event offers a unique experience that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. These events not only highlight the incredible talent within the orchestra but also create an atmosphere of joy and reflection, making them perfect for cherished family outings.

A Symphony of Sights and Sounds: Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Captivating Season

This season, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra brings an exciting lineup of performances that promise to captivate audiences of all ages. From the charming holiday antics of 'Home Alone in Concert' to the epic grandeur of Mahler’s 'Symphony of a Thousand', these events showcase a wide array of musical talent and creativity. Join us at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center for unforgettable experiences, including festive family gatherings, choral showcases, and orchestral masterpieces, all orchestrated by some of the most renowned conductors and performers.

Dallas Symphony Orchestra: A Season of Spectacular Performances

As the Dallas Symphony Orchestra unveils its new season, music lovers are in for a treat with a lineup that promises to excite and inspire. From classic American compositions and iconic operas to cinematic scores and epic symphonies, each performance offers a unique journey through sound and emotion. With renowned conductors, talented musicians, and awe-inspiring venues, this season's events exemplify the depth and diversity of orchestral music, inviting audiences to experience the transformative power of live performances.

A Symphony of Spectacular Soundscapes: Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Upcoming Season

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is set to captivate audiences with a series of unforgettable events this 2025-2026 season. From cinematic classics like 'Home Alone in Concert' to the soul-stirring 'Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand,' and the festive 'Family Christmas Pops,' each event promises a unique experience. With esteemed conductors and talented performers, these concerts at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center are not just performances; they are celebrations of artistic expression and communal joy, perfect for audiences of all ages.

A Symphony of Seasons: Dallas Symphony Orchestra's 2025-2026 Highlights

This holiday season, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra brings a delightful array of musical events to the city, promising a symphonic experience that resonates with joy and tradition. From the whimsical notes of 'Home Alone in Concert' to the spirited 'Family Christmas Pops', each event offers a unique celebration of melodies. The DSO's Children's Chorus Spring Recital showcases young talent, while the grandeur of Mahler’s 'Symphony of a Thousand' takes audiences on an epic journey. Join us as we explore these captivating performances that set the stage for an unforgettable festive season.

Harmonizing the Holidays: A Symphony of Festive Celebrations in Dallas

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra invites you to embark on a captivating exploration of musical brilliance with an array of performances that promise to stir the soul. From the heart-wrenching tale of 'Madama Butterfly' to the cosmic wonder of Holst’s 'The Planets,' each event echoes the mastery of its creators and performers. The season also celebrates cinematic magic with Danny Elfman’s compositions for Tim Burton films, and concludes with Mahler's monumental 'Symphony of a Thousand,' a rare and profound experience.

A Symphonic Journey: Exploring the Depths of Opera and Orchestral Masterpieces

Fabio Luisi

Limmie Pulliam

Deanna Breiwick

Olesya Petrova

Rachel Willis-Sørensen

Luke Sutliff

Renée Tatum

Meghan Kasanders

Ryan Speedo Green

Anthony Blake Clark

Dallas Symphony Children’s Chorus

Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Chorus

The DSO presents hands-on educational activities including an instrument petting zoo and other demonstrations. Bring your children to enjoy this free music exploration activity in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. Also learn more about our youth programs such as Young Strings, Young Musicians and more!

Bill & Shirley McIntyre Park Instrument Petting Zoo

You’re invited to enjoy free music from musicians of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra on the third Thursday of each month. Whether you live, work or play nearby, these free programs offer an opportunity to experience excellent music in the Dallas Arts District. Each concert is a new experience with 1-hour of programming from a different small ensemble each time.

Bill & Shirley McIntyre Park Chamber Concert

Shirley & Bill McIntyre Park

Three spectacular soloists grace this program that follows a thread of musical styles from Baroque to early Classical. Co-concertmaster Nathan Olson is front-and-center in Bach’s Violin Concerto, whose poignant Adagio is one of his most sublime creations, with the solo violin exquisitely embroidering the underlying bass line. Our principal trumpet does the honors in Haydn’s tour de force concerto, traversing the instrument’s registers by leaps and bounds, but also bringing out its singing qualities. Mozart’s festive “Haffner” Symphony ends in a romping rondo, that Mozart said had to be played “as fast as possible.” In a dramatic concert aria, Kathryn Henry calls down the wrath of the gods on her perfidious lover. Hell hath no fury…

Beethoven, Bach, Haydn & Mozart

Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

The nickname “Symphony of a Thousand” scarcely does justice to Mahler’s epic work — one of the greatest in the concert repertoire. Its immense scope makes performances rare and, therefore, are to be treasured. Part One of Mahler’s mystical work begins with a powerful unleashing of sound that sets the hymn, “Come, Creative Spirit,” a text that also foreshadows the message of Part Two of the Symphony. The expansive second half transports us to the final scene of Goethe’s dramatic poem Faust, the title character who had bargained away his soul to the devil and thus to eternal damnation. But the beatific voices of a “chorus mysticus,” underscored by thunderous timpani rolls, reach into the stratosphere and promise that Faust’s soul — borne higher and ever higher to heaven through the intercession of hosts of penitent women and holy men and ultimately angels, will be redeemed through “the eternally feminine” — the power of love.

Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand

After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. When he finds himself training a detachment of TOPGUN graduates for a specialised mission the likes of which no living pilot has ever seen, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), call sign: “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, aka “Goose.”

Top Gun: Maverick in Concert

From the pen of the composer who pioneered the art of original film music, making it symphonic in scope and sophisticated in feel, comes Korngold’s glorious Violin Concerto that, not surprisingly, includes allusions to those movie scores. In the spotlight is Maria Dueñas, an in-demand star of the violin world. The concerto is lyrical, rapturous, with a finale alive with spectacular pyrotechnics. To conclude the concert, Dvořák’s Seventh Symphony, filled with Bohemian rhythms (like the exciting sounds of the “furiant,” an aptly named dance in the third movement), is one of his most beloved works.

Dvořák & Korngold

Ben Rector makes his return to the symphony stage in 2026. The singer-songwriter has independently released seven studio albums including Brand New and Magic which both charted #1 on the US Folk and #2 on the US Rock and US Indie Billboard chart. His songs have received both RIAA Gold and RIAA Platinum certifications, amassing more than a billion streams, and have been licensed in more than 100 ad campaigns, television shows, and movies.

In Symphonies Across America, audiences will experience a new dimension to Ben’s music only experienced at the symphony. Pulling from more than 15 years of cross-country travel as a touring artist, Rector masterfully brings anthem sing-a-longs, quippy humor and deep, meaningful lyrics—all beautifully backed by orchestra arrangements. Joining Ben on his symphony tour across America is his good friend, Jon McLaughlin. Jon’s recently released album, Scenarios (October 2025), marks a bold new chapter, featuring brand-new songs that showcase both his storytelling and signature piano-driven sound. No stranger to the symphony stage, Jon’s depth and talent is sure to create a perfect complement to Ben on stage.

Ben Rector: Symphonies Across America with Jon McLaughlin

Time travel back to the heyday of the 1950’s Las Vegas strip where the biggest names in show business held sway and a well-poured martini was never far away. From Sinatra and the Rat Pack, to Louis Prima and Bobby Darin, the young, soulful crooner Paul Loren takes you on a musical journey through The Great American Songbook and highlights some of the most iconic voices of all time along the way!

Icons of the Strip: Sinatra & The Rat Pack

Recharge your flux capacitor … and get ready to celebrate this iconic movie classic as you’ve never seen or heard it before!  

Back to the Future is the 1.21-gigawatt blockbuster that topped the 1985 box office chart, spawned two wildly successful sequels and stamped an enduring imprint on pop culture.  Join Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox), Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd) and a time traveling DeLorean for the adventure of a lifetime as they travel to the past, present and future, setting off a time-shattering chain reaction that disrupts the space-time continuum! 

Now, fans old and new will experience the thrill of Back to the Future like never before – on an HD screen with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra performing Alan Silvestri’s dazzling musical score live in synch with the movie.

Back to the Future in Concert

Relive the magic of year six in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert. With this film, based on the sixth installment of the classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale of Harry’s obsession with a mysterious potions book accompanied by the music of a live symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen in HD!

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert

Put on your blue suede shoes and let’s rock! Join five-time Las Vegas Headliner of the Year Frankie Moreno for this hip-shaking tribute to the music of Elvis Presley. Experience the songs of the original heartthrob, including “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” “Suspicious Minds,” “If I Can Dream” and more!  With the musical flair of the DSO alongside Moreno and his family band, this concert is sure to have you all shook up!

The Music of Elvis with Frankie Moreno

Whether performing for a classroom of children or for billions of viewers at the 2026 Olympics, pianist Lang Lang’s mission is simple: create shared musical experiences that inspire and unite. It’s that desire to forge deep connections through music that’s made him one of the world’s most beloved pianists.

Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand

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