LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Newyorkers Chorus upon the occa-
sion of celebrating their 50th Anniversary in 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those organizations that have brought entertainment and cultural
enrichment to the citizens of the great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Newyorkers Chorus upon the occasion of celebrating their 50th Anni-
versary on Saturday, June 4, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Newyorkers Chorus is a highly respected community organ-
ization of singers in New York's scenic Hudson Valley Region committed
to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony through educa-
tion and performances; and
WHEREAS, Officially chartered as a part of the Barbershop Harmony
Society on August 7, 1961, seven men came together, each eager to bring
the excitement of a'cappella singing in the barbershop style to its
area; today, the Newyorkers Chorus can boast a membership which spans
Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties; and
WHEREAS, From its inception, the Newyorkers Chorus' emphasis has been
placed on quartet singing, producing exciting shows, and perpetuating
this truly American musical art form; and
WHEREAS, Organizations of singular distinction as the Newyorkers
Chorus provide a model for enhancing the quality of life in its communi-
ty by supporting such organizations as Hospice, the Special Olympics,
children with speech difficulties, and school music programs; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the Newyorkers Chorus particularly enjoy
performing "the old songs" to senior residences, nursing homes, and
hospitals; and
WHEREAS, It is most fitting that we take time to celebrate the music
of our Nation, to honor our artists and musicians, and to express our
appreciation to everyone who patronizes the arts; and as we celebrate
the music, we celebrate and give thanks to our American freedom, the
only atmosphere in which artists can truly create and in which music is
truly the expression of the soul; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should he celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Newyorkers Chorus upon the occasion of celebrating their
50th Anniversary in 2011; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Newyorkers Chorus, 110 Overlook Road, Poughkeepsie, New
York 12603.