Georgia CommonsHR 1408: Atlanta Chamber Players; 50th anniversary; recognize
Last action February 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes the Atlanta Chamber Players on the 50th anniversary of its debut concert, commending its history of commissioning new chamber music and its education programs.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP), a chamber music ensemble that gave its first concert on October 26, 1976 at Agnes Scott College. The resolution recounts the group's history, including premiering more than 130 works, appearing on NPR's Performance Today, being selected for Chamber Music America's Paul Residency Program, and launching the Rapido! composition contest in 2009. The resolution formally states that the House recognizes and commends the organization for its 50 years of artistic work, its partnerships with groups like the Atlanta Music Project and Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and its role in Atlanta's cultural life. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for the organization. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the Atlanta Chamber Players on the 50th anniversary of its founding.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulation; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.
Who it affects
The Atlanta Chamber Players, an Atlanta-based chamber music ensemble, and its affiliated partner organizations such as the Atlanta Music Project, Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Franklin Pond Chamber Music, which are named in the resolution's background.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect but provides official public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives of a long-running Atlanta arts organization, which the group can use for publicity or archival purposes.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount ACP's founding on October 26, 1976 and its artistic and educational history.
- The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends ACP upon its 50th anniversary.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Atlanta Chamber Players.
From the bill
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize Atlanta Chamber Players upon its 50th anniversary and commend its steadfast commitment to commissioning new works, collaborating with community partners, and enriching Atlanta's cultural landscape”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Deborah Silcox (R, HD-053)
- Betsy Holland (D, HD-054)
- Inga Willis (D, HD-055)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Phil Olaleye (D, HD-059)
- Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)
Topics
- Atlanta Chamber Players
- chamber music
- arts recognition
- legislative resolution