Dallas Symphony Orchestra
In 2002, Luisi first guest-conducted the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. His next Dallas guest-conducting appearance was in March 2018. On the basis of this guest-conducting engagement, in June 2018, the Dallas Symphony named Luisi its next music director, effective with the 2020–21 season. He held the title of music director-designate for the 2019–20 season. In January 2021, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra announced the extension of Luisi's contract as music director through 2029.