2019 Lexington Symphony's 25th Anniversary Proclamation

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�q MCANfh,� Cf�,- e, ? 9 r Tobin of lexington, _41ag5arbU!5ett!5 xI C.1 OFFICE OF SELECTMEN PROCLAMATION Whereas: the Lexington Symphony is celebrating its 251 Anniversary season;and Whereas: the Lexington Symphony was founded in 1995 by conductor Hisao Watanabe and a group of dedicated musicians and supporters, committed to maintaining a grassroots community spirit while producing high-quality performances;and Whereas: connecting to the community is at the heart of Lexington Symphony's mission. With a passion for educating younger generations about classical music,the Symphony presents workshops and concerts for children, including their award-winning educational outreach program for third and fourth graders, Orchestrating Kids Through ClassicsTM, which has received accolades from parents,kids,and teachers alike;and Whereas: each of Lexington Symphony's classical concerts are preceded by a Conductor's Talk by Music Director Jonathan McPhee, in which he explores the thoughts of the composers and the history behind the music in a way that illuminates the listening experience to follow;and Whereas: Lexington Symphony is a professional orchestra of accomplished musicians who share a passion for classical, pops and world music, a commitment to community engagement, and a commitment to exacting standards of performance;and Whereas: Lexington's cultural life is immeasurably enriched by the dedication and accessibility of the Lexington Symphony. NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN of Lexington, Massachusetts, do hereby proclaim September 28,2019 as Lexington Symphony Day in the Town of Lexington an4 urge all citizens to celebrate Lexington Symphony's twenty-five years of dedicated service to 1he corn pity. DOUGL LUCENTE,CHAIRMAN Jo PATO SUZANNE E.&RRY 7 JAI MARK D.SANDEEN