LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Andrew Jacobson upon the occasion of
his selection as a member of the All-National Honor Ensembles on October
25-28, 2015

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to call attention to
those young people within our midst whose nationally acclaimed accom-
plishments bring pride to their families, their communities, and to the
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Each young musician in our schools is deserving of his or her
own recognition and spotlight, for their remarkable commitment and hours
of practice in perfecting their musical abilities; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Andrew Jacobson upon the occasion of his selection as a member of the
All-National Honor Ensembles, held in Nashville, Tennessee, on October
25-28, 2015; and
WHEREAS, A Senior at Herricks High School, Roslyn, New York, Andrew
Jacobson is honored to be accepted to the All-National Honor Ensembles,
sponsored by the National Association for Music Education; this talented
musician plays several instruments including alto saxophone, tenor saxo-
phone and baritone; and
WHEREAS, Andrew Jacobson began his musical journey in third grade, and
has earned a long list of musical achievements; he has performed in
numerous All-County ensembles, and was an alternate for the All-State
Ensemble; and State School Music Association's All-State Ensemble; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Andrew Jacobson, an
exceptional musician, recognizing the value of his dedication to his
art, and the promise of his future; and
WHEREAS, Music study is most worthy of being encouraged and promoted,
as it provides an opportunity for students to exhibit their skills to an
audience, thereby giving them self-esteem to last a lifetime; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Andrew Jacobson upon the occasion of his selection as a member
of the All-National Honor Ensembles on October 25-28, 2015; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Andrew Jacobson.