Georgia CommonsHR 1599: Georgia Symphony Orchestra; 75 years of exceptional artistry, 20 years of dedication to youth education through the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras, and its ongoing commitment to innovation; recognize
Last action March 4, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the Georgia Symphony Orchestra for 75 years of performances and 20 years of youth music education through its Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras program.
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In plain language
This House resolution recognizes and commends the Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO), founded in 1951, for 75 years of symphonic, jazz, and choral performances in Georgia. It also honors the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras (GYSO), the GSO's educational division founded in 2006, for 20 years of teaching young people music. The resolution further praises Music Director Timothy Verville for 10 years of artistic leadership, including programs like sensory-friendly concerts and outreach to underserved communities. It does not change any Georgia law; it directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra as a formal acknowledgment.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Symphony Orchestra for 75 years of performances and community engagement since its 1951 founding.
- Commends the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras, the GSO's youth education program, for 20 years of teaching young musicians.
- Praises Music Director Timothy Verville for 10 years of artistic leadership, including sensory-friendly concerts and outreach programs.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors the Georgia Symphony Orchestra, its youth education division the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras, and Music Director Timothy Verville. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor with no legal or financial effect. Its practical impact is limited to a formal, symbolic recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives, which the Georgia Symphony Orchestra receives as a printed copy of the resolution.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites the history of the GSO since 1951 and the GYSO since 2006 as background.
- The resolved clause formally commends the GSO for 75 years of service, the GYSO for 20 years of youth education, and Timothy Verville for 10 years of leadership.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend the Georgia Symphony Orchestra for 75 years of dedicated service to our community, 20 years of commitment to youth education through the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lisa Campbell (D, HD-035)
- Terry Cummings (D, HD-039)
- Sheila Jones (D, HD-060)
- Don Parsons (R, HD-044)
- Devan Seabaugh (R, HD-034)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
Topics
- arts and culture
- Georgia Symphony Orchestra
- music education
- legislative recognition