HR1599: HR1599 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

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes the Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO), founded in 1951, for 75 years of musical performances and community engagement in the state. It also honors the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras (GYSO), an educational program the GSO started in 2006, for 20 years of teaching young musicians. The resolution additionally 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, create funding, or impose requirements. It directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra as a formal record of the honor.

• Formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Symphony Orchestra for 75 years of performances and community service in Georgia.
• Commends the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras program for 20 years of music education for young people.
• Praises Music Director Timothy Verville for 10 years of artistic leadership and innovation at the GSO.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and deliver a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra.

The resolution directly names the Georgia Symphony Orchestra, its Music Director Timothy Verville, and the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras program, along with the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must distribute a copy of the resolution.

The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; it is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing a long-running cultural institution and its youth education work, giving the organization a formal record of legislative appreciation.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the GSO's founding in 1951 and its 75 years of performances and community engagement.
• It notes the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras (GYSO) was founded in 2006 and has run for 20 years as the GSO's youth education division.
• It credits Music Director Timothy Verville with 10 years of artistic leadership, including sensory-friendly concerts and outreach programs.
• The resolving clause formally commends the GSO and GYSO and expresses gratitude for their contributions to Georgia's cultural life.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Symphony Orchestra.

1. 2026-03-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-04House Hopper (House)

• Lisa Campbell (D, HD-035)Primary sponsor
• 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)

• arts and culture
• music education
• legislative honors
• Georgia Symphony Orchestra