LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Mr. Frank Harris Anderson upon the occa-
sion of celebrating his musical genius by the Panama Connection of Janes
United Methodist Church of Brooklyn, New York

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made signif-
icant contributions to the quality of life therein; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Mr.
Frank Harris Anderson upon the occasion of celebrating his musical
genius by the Panama Connection of Janes United Methodist Church of
Brooklyn, New York on Saturday, July 24, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Frank H. Anderson was born in Bocas del Tora, Panama; he
began his Piano studies at five years of age and his early professional
experiences at age 14 included being the official Pianist for the two
radio stations in Colon, Panama; he was also the pianist for the LAM
Orchestra and pianist for the U.S.O. special Service Show around the
Panama Canal Zone; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Anderson migrated to Brooklyn, New York in 1948 and
continued his piano studies and related music theory under Mr. Louis
Alcuri, Jr. of the Julliard School of Music; through his acquaintance
with Luis Russell, a well known band leader, Frank Anderson was intro-
duced to the entertainers of the era and he began to play in several
famous night clubs, including the Palladium, Savoy and Tropicana; and
WHEREAS, Frank Anderson had his own band from 1952-1975; he also has a
wide ranging career as pianist, musical director, arranger, composer,
organist, conductor and teacher; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Anderson conducted and/or played the piano for numerous
recordings; there are many variety shows and commercials to add to his
credits; and
WHEREAS, Frank Anderson was the organist at the New Lots Reformed
Church from 1959-1963; he is currently on the faculty of Borough of
Manhattan Community College in New York City and is the pianist for the
International Ladies Garment Workers Union Chorus; he was the organist
at Bushwick United Methodist Church from 1965-1995; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout has been his daughter, Deena Maria, who
feels privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achieve-
ments; and
WHEREAS, Frank Harris Anderson's distinguished record merits the
recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative Body; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Mr. Frank Harris Anderson upon the occasion of celebrating his
musical genius by the Panama Connection of Janes United Methodist Church
of Brooklyn, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitable engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Mr. Frank Harris Anderson.