Dallas Symphony: Ellington, Strayhorn & Gershwin

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra celebrates the 30-year partnership of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, with pianist Lara Downes and conductor William Eddins. The program includes symphonic versions of A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing, Strange Feeling, Night Creature and Something to Live For, plus some favorite Gershwin overtures. It is a symphonic jazz night with the feel of the 1940s Harlem scene. When: Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. The Meyerson opens two hours before each concert. Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201. Cost: Tickets start at $50 for Friday and $38 for Saturday and Sunday. More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/ellington-strayhorn-gershwin/ Organizer: Dallas Symphony Orchestra.