LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Avi Nagin upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition upon being named Concertmaster of
the New York State Youth Symphony

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding individuals whose professional lives, personal endeavors and
community service are an example and inspiration to their colleagues,
friends, and family; and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
the dedication and commitment of our young people who distinguish them-
selves through excellence in musical performance and accomplishment; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Avi Nagin upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion upon being named Concertmaster of the New York State Youth
Symphony; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Pomona, New York, and son of Rabia and Paul
Nagin, 17 year old Avi Nagin began playing the violin at age seven; and
WHEREAS, Avi Nagin attended the Mannes College of Music Preparatory
Division, and is presently a student at the prestigious Meadowmount
School of Music; and
WHEREAS, In 2002, Avi Nagin made his solo debut with the Rockland
Symphony; since then, he has performed in numerous venues, including
Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and New York's Symphony Space; and
WHEREAS, On Wednesday, March 18, 2009, Avi Nagin was presented with a
Distinguished Service Award by the Rockland County Legislature in recog-
nition of being named Concertmaster of the New York State Youth Sympho-
ny; and
WHEREAS, Avi Nagin will perform as Concertmaster of the New York State
Youth Symphony at Carnegie Hall in New York City on March 22, 2009, and
May 31, 2009; and
WHEREAS, In his travels throughout the United States, Avi Nagin serves
as an ambassador from the arts community of Rockland County, New York;
and
WHEREAS, Avi Nagin's outstanding musical talent has clearly made a
contribution to the spirit of excellence and which reflects favorably on
his parents, community, teachers, and school; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Avi Nagin upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition upon being named Concertmaster of the New York State Youth
Symphony; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Avi Nagin, Pomona, New York.