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To recognize and celebrate Bobby Floyd, one of our city’s premiere musicians, whose creativity and talent has brought national and international recognition to the city of Columbus.
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Whereas, Bobby Floyd, who has performed for decades around the country and the world, is celebrated for his talent as a pianist and particularly an artist of the Hammond Organ, an instrument with a unique sound that comes to life under his talented hands.
Whereas, the Greater Columbus Arts Council’s presented Bobby Floyd with the prestigious Raymond J. Hanley award of $15,000 in recognition of his ongoing contributions to the artistic and cultural vibrancy of the City of Columbus.
Whereas, Bobby Floyd is a featured artist in the Greater Columbus Arts Council’s Art Makes Columbus/Columbus Makes Art campaign, telling the story of the amazing and passionate creative artists who call Columbus home.
Whereas, Bobby performs regularly with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, bringing music and joy to the people and visitors of Columbus.
Whereas, Bobby Floyd enriches the world with his jazz and gospel, live and recorded music, and his diverse presentations including solo performances, shows with the Bobby Floyd Trio and tours with big bands and orchestras.
Whereas, Bobby Floyd has played and toured with many nationally and internationally known orchestras including the Boston Pops, Detroit Symphony, Count Basie Orchestra and Grammy Award winning musician Dr. John.
Whereas, Bobby Floyd, represents the best of what music, art and creativity mean to our lives and his talents contribute immeasurably to Columbus as a unique community where people want to live, work and play.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: To recognize and celebrate Bobby Floyd, one of our city’s premiere musicians.