Who owns Meyerson Symphony?
Who owns Meyerson Symphony?
the City of Dallas
The Meyerson Symphony Center is owned by the City of Dallas and operated by the Dallas Symphony Association. There are four private suites, for small concerts, meetings and events designed by Booziotis & Company Architects of Dallas – Texas.
How much do Dallas Symphony players make?
Starting Minimum Salaries for US Professional Symphony Orchestras 2007
| Data from the American Federation of Musicians | ||
|---|---|---|
| Alabama Symphony | $34,494 | Milwaukee Symphony |
| Dallas Symphony | $77,376 | Rochester Philharmonic |
| Detroit Symphony | $98,800 | Saint Louis Symphony |
| Florida Orchestra | $30,090 | St. Paul Chamber Orchestra |
Where does Dallas Symphony perform?
Meyerson Symphony Center
Meyerson Symphony Center, the NEXT STAGE Digital Concert Series presented by PNC Bank provides up-close, intimate glimpses into the artistry behind the transformational performances of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
What do you wear to the Dallas Symphony?
We want for all of our patrons to be comfortable, and so we encourage you to dress in a way that best allows you, and those around you, to enjoy the concert experience. Business casual attire is recommended.
Who is Morton H Meyerson?
Morton Herbert Meyerson is an American computer industry executive who held positions in the Ross Perot-founded Electronic Data Systems and subsequently at Perot Systems and General Motors. Ross Perot paid $10 million for naming rights to Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
How many people does the Meyerson seat?
2,062Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Center / Capacity
Designed by architect I. M. Pei, the 2,062 seat Eugene McDermott Concert Hall is shaped like a shoebox to reflect and disperse sound and has a gross area of 260,000 square feet. Acoustical designs by Russell Johnson of Artec Consultants provide a four section, 42-ton canopy that can be raised or lowered as needed.
Who is the highest-paid member of an orchestra?
The Principal player of any given section is under most circumstances, the highest-paid. It is their responsibility to oversee and manage the section alongside having the envious opportunity to play all the solo sections in the chosen pieces.
How long does the symphony last?
about 90 minutes to two hours
It varies, but most orchestra concerts are about 90 minutes to two hours long, with an intermission at the halfway point. Very often there will be several pieces on the concert; but sometimes there is one single work played straight through.
Who designed Meyerson Symphony Center?
I. M. PeiDallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Center / Architect
