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PRINTER'S NO. 2694
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No. 380
Session of
2025
INTRODUCED BY WAXMAN, GUENST, GIRAL, VITALI, HOWARD, RIVERA,
FREEMAN, SANCHEZ, KHAN, COOPER AND HOHENSTEIN,
DECEMBER 10, 2025
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TOURISM, RECREATION AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT, DECEMBER 10, 2025
A RESOLUTION
Designating November 16, 2025, as "Philadelphia Orchestra Day"
in Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Since the Philadelphia Orchestra's founding in 1900,
the Philadelphia Orchestra has been a global symbol of artistic
excellence and innovation; and
WHEREAS, The Philadelphia Orchestra is celebrating its 125th
anniversary in 2025; and
WHEREAS, The Philadelphia Orchestra brings people together
across generations in the Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel
Center for the Performing Arts and in communities and venues
around the world; and
WHEREAS, From the Philadelphia Orchestra's inception, the
group has had visionary musicians and leaders who share
groundbreaking musical achievements with this Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, The Philadelphia Orchestra has created memorable
performances like the soundtrack for Walt Disney's "Fantasia";
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WHEREAS, The Philadelphia Orchestra was the first symphonic
orchestra to make electrical recordings in 1925, perform its own
commercially sponsored radio broadcasts in 1929 and the first to
appear on a television broadcast in 1948; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its history, the Philadelphia Orchestra
has cultivated strong relationships with influential composers
who have performed and debuted new works with the orchestra; and
WHEREAS, The Philadelphia Orchestra is known globally for its
unique sounds defined by iconic strings, known as the
"Philadelphia Sound"; and
WHEREAS, Under the visionary leadership of Music and Artistic
Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the orchestra continues to push
boundaries and inspire audiences around the world; and
WHEREAS, Through innovative programming and education, the
Philadelphia Orchestra is creating an expansive and inclusive
future for classical music; and
WHEREAS, As the United States' 250th anniversary is
celebrated, we recognize the orchestra's unique place in
American music in the birthplace of American democracy; and
WHEREAS, As the Philadelphia Orchestra celebrates 125 years
of artistic excellence, cultural diplomacy and community
service, we honor its legacy as a preeminent musical
institution; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives designate
November 16, 2025, as "Philadelphia Orchestra Day" in
Pennsylvania.
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