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J1285Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Caledonian Highlanders’ 50th Anniversary

Official title

“Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band”

Sponsor Thomas F. O'MaraSD-58
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band for its cultural contributions.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the vital role of community-based arts organizations. like the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band—in preserving and sharing cultural traditions, especially those rooted in Scottish and Irish heritage, across diverse local populations.

  2. Underscores the impact of volunteer-driven cultural groups. on regional identity and social cohesion, showing how such organizations can foster inclusivity by welcoming members from a range of backgrounds.

  3. Recognizes the band’s broader contributions to the cultural landscape. of New York State, not only through performances at public events and ceremonies but also by helping to establish other cultural institutions (like the Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier).

  4. Signals legislative support and appreciation for the arts. by formally acknowledging the band’s achievements, reinforcing the importance of continued public and institutional encouragement for cultural enrichment activities.

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Who cares

  • Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band

    The resolution would commemorate the band's 50th anniversary and direct that an engrossed copy be sent to it.

  • Volunteer band members from the Finger Lakes

    The resolution would recognize their musical talents and contributions to Scottish and Irish musical traditions.

  • Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier

    The resolution would highlight that several current band members helped form the society in 1976.

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Honor Caledonian Highlanders’ 50th Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Thomas F. O'Mara

Senator · Senate District 58

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1285 BY: Senator O'MARA COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human expression; they are truly a universal language and their… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1285 BY: Senator O'MARA COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band WHEREAS, The arts, in whatever form depicted, are central to human expression; they are truly a universal language and their contribution to the development of friendship and understanding among all peoples cannot be underestimated; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those musical 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 commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band; and WHEREAS, The Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band celebrated this momentous occasion by marching in the 20th Annual New York City Tartan Day Parade on Saturday, April 6, 2019, in New York City; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1969 by its pipe major Lee Adelsberg, the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band is based in Chemung County, New York; its members hail from all corners of the Finger Lakes region and are all volunteers of various heritage and backgrounds who enjoy the tradition and glory of Scottish and Irish music; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, several of its current band members were instrumental in the formation of the Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier in 1976; and WHEREAS, Over the past five decades, the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band has earned its reputation as a talented band in Upstate New York; and WHEREAS, Performing at traditional events, parades, parties, weddings, funerals and festivals, the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band's distinct traditional music inspires and delights young and old; and WHEREAS, It is fitting and proper for this Legislative Body to take note of such a prestigious, musically gifted band, which brings great pride to the music industry as well as the citizens of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, With deep appreciation, this Legislative Body is pleased to have this opportunity to recognize the exceptional talents of the members of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band, and to wish them continued success in all their future endeavors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe & Drum Band.

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