Junior Symphony Ball Kickin’ It In Dallas, Shatters Records at Gilley’s

The 2026 Junior Symphony Ball (JSB) once again lived up to its reputation as a “party with a purpose” as it shattered records, raising $593,500 to benefit the music education programs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. It’s one of the most anticipated events for high school students across the metroplex.

On January 31, Gilley’s Dallas was transformed into an electrifying hub of music, dancing, and entertainment as over 3,000 sophomores, juniors, and seniors from over 35 schools came together for a sold-out celebration—marking the largest turnout in JSB history. The Steering Committee was comprised of more than 1000 students.

Now in its 68th year, the Junior Symphony Ball remains the longest-running fundraiser of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League (DSOL). It continues to support vital youth programs including Young Strings and Young Musicians. True to its founding vision of “student-led, parent-guided” leadership, JSB has grown from a small gathering of local schools into one of Dallas’s most anticipated youth events—while staying true to its core mission of advancing music education and community engagement.

Front Row: Clara Erwin, Michelle Miller Burns, DSO Ross Perot President & CEO; Claire Catrino, DSOL President; Mary Bradley Sutherland, Meghan Jackson.
Back Row: Jack Sumner, Teige Mitchell, Michael Woram.
Photo by Deborah Brown

The lineup of the 2026 Co-Chairs represents schools across Dallas: Clara Erwin (Highland Park High School), Lucy Galbraith (Ursuline Academy), Meghan Jackson (Parish Episcopal School), Teige Mitchell (Jesuit College Preparatory of Dallas), Peter Rubi (St. Mark's  School of Texas), Brooks Strey (Bishop Lynch High School), Jack Sumner (Highland Park High School), Mary Bradley Sutherland (The Hockaday School), Michael Woram (Jesuit College Preparatory of Dallas), and Stella Wynne (The Episcopal School of Dallas).

Their supportive and proud moms are: Dansby Erwin, Lauren Sutherland, Michelene Galbraith, Alyson Jackson, Kristin Mitchell, Tiffany Rubi, Courtenay Strey, Kelsie Sumner, Dana Woram, and Tia Wynne.

Sponsors included Nightly, Mister Tuxedo, Carol Vig Photography, and Bluejack National.

Meet the 2026 Junior Symphony Ball Co-Chairs

 

Stella Wynne, Brooks Strey, Lucy Galbraith, Jack Sumner, Mary Bradley Sutherland, Teige Mitchell, Clara Erwin, Michael Woram, Meghan Jackson, Peter Rubi

Mark your calendars for a night of music and dancing on Saturday, January 31, 2026, as the Junior Symphony Ball takes over the iconic Gilley's Dallas for an evening of fun and entertainment.

 

Steering Committee tickets go on sale Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 9 am. and will be available online at www.dallassymphonyleague.com

 

Two price levels will be available:

Steering Committee – $395.00 - One Steering Committee Membership with required parent/guardian DSOL 6/1/25-5/31/26 membership (includes 1 JSB ticket)

 

Steering Committee with VIP entrance – $495.00 - One Steering Committee Membership with dedicated VIP entrance at JSB

 

General admission tickets will be available in January, 2026 for $175.

 

The JSB is the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's longest running fundraiser now in its 68^th year. It is a student-led event that unites high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors for a night filled with live music, dance, gaming tables, exciting raffle prizes, and refreshments. Funds raised benefit education and community engagement programs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.  

 

The lineup of the 2026 Co-Chairs represents schools across Dallas: Clara Erwin (Highland Park High School), Lucy Galbraith (Ursuline Academy), Meghan Jackson (Parish Episcopal School), Teige Mitchell (Jesuit College Preparatory of Dallas), Peter Rubi (St. Mark's School of Texas),  Brooks Strey (Bishop Lynch High School),  Jack Sumner (Highland Park High School), Mary Bradley Sutherland (The Hockaday School),  Michael Woram (Jesuit College Preparatory of Dallas), and Stella Wynne (The Episcopal School of Dallas).

 

Their supportive and proud moms are: Dansby Erwin, Lauren Sutherland, Michelene Galbraith, Alyson Jackson, Kristin Mitchell, Tiffany Rubi, Courtenay Strey, Kelsie Sumner, Dana Woram, and Tia Wynne.

 

For further information: www.dallassymphonyleague/com

Meet the 2025 Junior Symphony Ball Co-Chairs

Mark your calendars for a night of music and dancing on Saturday, February 1, 2025, as the Junior Symphony Ball takes over the iconic Gilley's Dallas for an evening of fun and entertainment.

Steering Committee tickets are on sale now and available online at www.dallassymphonyleague.com.

Two price levels will be available:

Steering Committee 1 – $395.00 - One Steering Committee Membership with required parent/guardian DSOL 6/1/23-5/31/24 membership (includes 1 JSB ticket)

Steering Committee 1 & VIP – $495.00 - One VIP ticket & Steering Committee Ticket (dedicated entrance at JSB for VIP ticket holders)

General admission tickets are available for $175.

The JSB is the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's longest running fundraiser now in its 67th year. It is a student-led event that unites high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors for a night filled with live music, dance, gaming tables, exciting raffle prizes, and refreshments. Funds raised benefit education and community engagement programs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

The lineup of the 2025 Co-Chairs represents schools across Dallas: 

Tanner Krug, Jesuit College Prep of Dallas; Gracelyn Nix, Highland Park High School; Jack Steed, Highland Park High School; Clara Tolleson, Episcopal School of Dallas; Johnny Willingham, Episcopal School of Dallas; Emerson Mayes, Bishop Lynch High School; Teddy Fleiss, St. Mark's School of Texas; Avery Black, Ursuline Academy; Zack Shapiro, Parish Episcopal School; and Kate Davidson, The Hockaday School. 

Their supportive and proud moms are:

Holly Krug, Jonika Nix, Maygen Steed, Rebecca Black, Jojo Fleiss, Tricia Davidson, Amie Mayes, Kacy Tolleson, April Willingham, and Jori Shapiro.