[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 47 (Thursday, March 19, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E369]
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                      HONORING JOHN THOMAS DODSON

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                            HON. TIM WALBERG

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 19, 2015

  Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor John Thomas Dodson, 
Music Director of the Adrian Symphony Orchestra, and to thank him for 
his impact on the musical life of the Adrian community over the past 14 
years.
  Many years ago, I served on the Board of Directors which brought John 
Dodson to the symphony, which he has energetically overseen since 2001. 
During that time, he elevated the artistic level of the orchestra while 
collaborating with artists of the highest quality. His authority at the 
podium and willingness to engage new formats and audiences will 
certainly be missed when he steps down from his position next month.
  His talents have been recognized beyond the walls of the Dawson 
Auditorium, as Mr. Dodson was awarded the 2008 Lenawee Arts Award from 
the Croswell Opera House. He also earned the Ross Newsom Award for 
Outstanding Teaching in 2009 by Adrian College where he taught from 
2001-2013.
  On April 19, 2015, he will direct Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, the 
final complete symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven, and fittingly, Mr. 
Dodson's final classical concert performance with the Adrian Symphony 
Orchestra. I know the Adrian community looks forward to one last 
inspiring performance and wishes Mr. Dodson the best in his future 
endeavors.

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