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GA HR1774
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/29/2018
Primary Sponsor
Park Cannon
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AI Summary
- Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Atlanta Freedom Bands, a nonprofit volunteer organization, on the occasion of its 25th anniversary, having been founded in 1993 by Walter F. "Buz" Carr III
- Atlanta Freedom Bands is the only wind band in Georgia with a mission to represent the LGBTQ+ community, providing positive representation through music
- The organization expanded from the original Atlanta Freedom Marching Band to include multiple ensembles: the Atlanta Freedom Concert Band, The MetroGnomes Stage Band, the Atlanta Freedom Color Guard, and others
- Atlanta Freedom Bands has performed across Georgia and the Southeast and participated in events of national importance, including the inaugurations of Presidents Clinton and Obama, alongside the Lesbian and Gay Band Association
- The organization has commissioned new works from Georgian composers and created a Student Composer Residency Program for music students at Georgia colleges and universities
Legislative Description
Atlanta Freedom Bands; occasion of its 25th anniversary; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/29/2018
Full Bill Text
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