College & Beyond

Through programs like Studio DSO and DSO Discover the Dallas Symphony Orchestra shares its artistic and educational resources with Dallas area schools and universities by bringing the world's finest professional musicians into direct contact with students of all ages.

Richland college Enrichment series

Two engaging presenters from the DSO will be offering classes as a part of Richland College's Enrichment Series this Spring. On Wednesday, March 24, DSO Education Director Jamie Allen will present "What's New at the Symphony?" a look at what Mestro van Zweden and the musicians in the orchestra are doing that has quickly made the DSO one of the top orchestras in the United States, and what that means for Dallas.

On Wednesday, April 7, frequent DSO Performance Prelude presenter Kevin Salfen will be leading an examination of twentieth century composers and the concept of "useful music." This fascinating class will explore how the creative musical mind addresses the elusive, but often essential, issues of style and popularity.

To register for these and other classes of interest to those seeking an enriching educational experience, call the Richland College Continuing Education Department: 972-238-6147.

DSO Discover

Go on a journey of discovery with the DSO. From entertaining and informative videos about composers and conductors, to an array of adult education offerings, the DSO is a great place to become an informed music-lover. For a link to all of our videos (viewable straight from this site), click here. For more information on Playbill articles, season preludes, elderhostel classes, or continuing education partnerships, call 214-871-4019.

Professors

We offer, both at our facilities or yours, the opportunity for students to interact with Symphony professionals through master classes, conversations and personal coaching. For futher information, contact Jamie Allen at 214-871-4019.

Students

If you're looking to further your skills as a musician, a composer or if you'd simply like to deepen your understanding and appreciation of classical music, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra has a number of programs in place to help guide you on your journey. For further information, contact Carolyn Jabr at 214-871-4083.

Performance Preludes

Before every Classical concert, the DSO offers free Performance Preludes to ticketed guests - informal presentations designed to enhance your concert experience. Laugh and learn with the most knowledgeable music experts in the North Texas area (as well as a few surprise visitors) as they share the stories behind the music. These lively and educational presentations begin one hour before every Dallas Symphony Classical Series performance in Horchow Hall, located behind the box office on the lower level of the Meyerson Symphony Center. Performance Preludes are sponsored by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Guild.

See Performance Prelude Schedule

Open Rehearsals

How does a musician get to the Meyerson? Practice, practice, practice. Dallas Symphony Open Rehearsals offer students the chance to see how the Symphony prepares for a performance. Learn more.

For more information

Phone 214-871-4019. On weekends, phone 214-692-0203.