HR795: HR795 Grant, Lewis; commend

25 LC 129 0376 House Resolution 795 By: Representative Jackson of the 128th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Lewis Grant; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Atlanta native Lewis Grant began his musical studies at the age of ten and by2 age twelve began his professional career in entertainment with the vocal group "The3 Continentals"; and4 WHEREAS, after playing in the high school band, Lewis went on to study classical styles5 of music at Clark College, now Clark Atlanta University, where he skillfully led the French6 Horn section and sang first tenor in the Philharmonic Society; and7 WHEREAS, with the awareness of what was needed on the contempor ary sound scene,8 Lewis started "The Prime Ministers Band," a music group that pr ojected charisma, style,9 versatility, and universal appeal; and10 WHEREAS, "The Prime Ministers Band" became the house band for New York Mets, Don11 Clendenon's Club, The Mine Shaft in Underground Atlanta, and th e famous Paschal's La12 Carrousel; and13 H. R. 795 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0376 WHEREAS, a testament to his musical abilities, Lewis has performed with Robert Lee Smith14 and The Original Tams, Liz Spraggins, R&B great Barbara Hall, B obby Blue Bland,15 Cannonball Adderly, Mongo Santa Maria, Shirley Diamond, bassist Robert Popwell, and16 numerous other international and local artists; and 17 WHEREAS, this extraordinary Georgian has contributed innumerabl y to the culture and18 music of the state, making it abundantly fitting and proper that he is honored.19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that20 the members of this body recognize and commend Lewis Grant and extend sincere best21 wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.22 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized23 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Lewis24 Grant.25 H. R. 795 - 2 -