On September 10, Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Co-Chairs Vanessa and David Cain welcomed guests to a stunning preview party at the home of Kathryn and Craig Hall. Presented by Charles Schwab, the intimate gathering offered an elegant glimpse into what awaits at the highly anticipated Gala on October 4. The highlight of the evening was the unveiling of this year’s enchanting theme, Moonlight Garden. With just weeks to go, anticipation is building for one of the Symphony’s most dazzling evenings of the year, celebrating music, artistry, and community—while raising vital support for the DSO’s education and outreach initiatives.

This year's Gala is especially meaningful as the DSO celebrates its 125th Anniversary. The Gala will feature a black-tie cocktail reception, seated dinner and Gala Concert performed by the DSO with featured violinist, Leonidas Kavakos. Music Director Fabio Luisi will lead a show-stopping program featuring TCHAIKOVSKY’s Concerto in D Major for Violin and Orchestra and BEETHOVEN’s Overture to Egmont for a special one-hour concert. After the concert, a dazzling after-party will conclude the evening. The annual Symphony Gala is one of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s largest annual fundraisers, benefitting the DSO’s life-changing education and community outreach initiatives, including Young Strings and Young Musicians. These programs touch the lives of more than 200,000 North Texas residents annually, including more than 30,000 children. Learn more at https://www.dallassymphony.org/gala.