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To honor and recognize Timothy Russell, Co-Founder and Music Director of ProMusica Chamber Orchestra, for his 34 years of leadership on Saturday, April 20, 2013.
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WHEREAS, Dr. Timothy Russell co-founded ProMusica Chamber Orchestra and has led the Orchestra for 34 seasons, since its inception in 1978; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Russell has profoundly and positively impacted the arts community in Columbus with a unique classical music experience that enriches and inspires people in Central Ohio and beyond; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Russell has commissioned 58 new works and has presented more than 100 premieres with the Orchestra through his commitment to adventurous programming and performing new and contemporary repertoire; and
WHEREAS, under Dr. Russell's leadership, ProMusica has an active recordings program, with thirteen CDs released to-date, including the Orchestra's latest, Supernova (2012); and
WHEREAS, beyond the concert hall, Dr. Russell has had a major impact on the Columbus community by serving thousands of individuals through key education and outreach programs in local schools, and with partners including the Columbus Museum of Art and Columbus Metropolitan Library; and
WHEREAS, the orchestra and Dr. Russell have gained national and international recognition through outstanding performances with the world's leading musicians, including the Guarneri String Quartet, Bela Fleck, and Mark O'Connor, as well as today's most prestigious composers, including Joan Tower, Peter Schickele, and Aaron Jay Kernis; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby celebrate Timothy Russell's 34-year tenure with ProMusica Chamber Orchestra along with the audience members, musicians, and community partners who have been inspired by his dedication and commitment.