- Eight premium tickets to the Gala Concert in the Box Tier or Orchestra Floor
- 10% off the purchase of up to 10 additional premium Gala Concert tickets on the Orchestra Floor
- Complimentary champagne service to the Box before the concert
- Exclusive table for eight to the Gala Dinner
- Valet parking at Omni Fort Worth Hotel for all guests
- Shuttle service to and from Omni Fort Worth Hotel and Bass Performance Hall
- Prominent recognition on the printed Gala invitation
- Full page ad or recognition in the Gala Concert program book
- Name recognition on the exclusive Gala web page
- Name or logo recognition on all digital screens throughout the event
You're invited!
The Board of Directors of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and
Mercedes T. Bass, Honorary Gala Chairman
Saiyeda Semine Ali, Craig Collins, Averi Goff, and Christopher Goff, Gala Co-Chairs
request the pleasure of your company at a Gala Concert & Dinner benefitting the FWSO’s Adventure in Music Program, the symphony’s music education program, which reaches over 40,000 children throughout North Texas each year.
Led by FWSO Principal Guest Conductor, Dame Jane Glover, the special, one-night-only performance will feature Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato, one of America’s most in-demand opera stars, with multiple Grammy Awards and regular appearances with top opera companies and symphony orchestras. The program includes “Si, son io” (“Yes, it’s me”) from American composer Jake Heggie’s opera Great Scott along with various operatic favorites.
Immediately following the concert, continue the celebration at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel with FWSO musicians for an elegant banquet dinner, an exciting auction, and live entertainment.
Purchase tickets, tables, or make a donation
Gala Concert Starring Joyce DiDonato
February 20, 2027
Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato remains one of America’s most in-demand opera stars, with multiple Grammy Awards and regular appearances with top opera companies and symphony orchestras. In February 2027, she returns to Fort Worth to headline the FWSO’s annual gala in a special, one-night-only performance.
Gala Event Immediately Following the Concert
Omni Hotel Fort Worth
Don’t miss one of the most anticipated events of the season. Join us for an elegant dinner and lively auction to support the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Purchase your Gala Table by selecting a level below. If you have any questions, we welcome you to email us at develop@fwsymphony.org or call 817-665-6108.
Make a Donation Towards The Gala
If you are unable to attend, we encourage you to make a gift in support of this event. All donations will directly benefit the FWSO’s Adventures in Music program, bringing the joy of music to more than 40,000 students throughout North Texas.
Thank you for your generous support of the 2027 FWSO Gala Dinner
2026/2027 TABLE SPONSORS
CONCERT UNDERWRITER
Mrs. Mercedes T. Bass
GALA ANGEL
Dr. & Mrs. Russ A. Schultz
The Eugene McDermott Foundation
GALA ADVOCATE
Alann Bedford Sampson
Rosemary & Jeff Detweiler
Courtney McGrail
The William McMillin Family
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Vermette
GALA ENTHUSIAST
Dr. Claud Wildenthal
For more information about
FWSO’s Gala Concert & Dinner contact
develop@fwsymphony.org