SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 434
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Martha Haydon, who is retiring as the principal
accompanist of the Brenham Children's Chorus; and
WHEREAS, The Brenham Children's Chorus was established in
2002; since its founding, the community-based program has
brought a wealth of opportunities to children who have the desire
to learn more about music and to share their talents with
audiences across the nation; and
WHEREAS, Martha Haydon has played piano and been a part of
the music staff at Brenham's First Baptist Church for 40 years;
she also serves her church as the handbell choir director, and
she has taught at several private schools; and
WHEREAS, Due to Martha's impressive talents and musical
expertise, she has played an integral role in the success of the
Brenham Children's Chorus; she has generously given her time and
energy to the members of the chorus, and she has helped instill in
them a sense of pride in their many accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, The Brenham Children's Chorus and the Brenham
community have greatly benefited from the work of this talented
accompanist, and her presence with the chorus will be greatly
missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Martha Haydon for her many
contributions to the Brenham Children's Chorus and extend to her
best wishes in all her future endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 15, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate