HJ 436 — Commending David Stewart Wiley.

SESSION INTRODUCEDENROLLED 22107458D HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO.

436 IE Offered March 7, 2022 N Commending David Stewart Wiley.

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andand audiences throughout the United States and dozens of countries in Europe, Asia, End WHEREAS, the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra has blossomed under David Wiley's leadership, D earning high praise for its outstanding performances, diverse and impressive list of guest artists and composers, and innovative commissions of new music;

and WHEREAS, since David Wiley joined the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra in 1996, the organization has expanded its programs, increased its financial stability, and helped its members grow personally and artWHEREAS, David Wiley is an active leader in the Roanoke community and was part of the team that helped Roanoke earn its 7th All-America City Award from the National Civic League;

and WHEREAS, David Wiley has composed and recorded several original works, including three pianoH concerti and a symphonic soundtrack for the movie Lake Effects;

he has collaborated with many 4 well-known musical artists, including Billy Joel, Jennifer Holiday, Bernadette Peters, John Wil6iams, Bruce Hornsby, Lou Rawls, and Marvin Hamlisch;

and Award and the prestigious Perry F.

now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend David Stewart Wiley on the occasion of his 25th anniversary with the Roanoke SymphonySymphonyy Orchestra;

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