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This resolution commends Michael "Doc" Woods for his induction into the Oneida County Historical Richard W. Couper Living Legends Hall of Fame on October 10, 2024, recognizing his significant contributions to music and community. Woods, the first African American to receive a doctoral degree in music composition from the University of Oklahoma, has composed over 700 musical works spanning various genres, including choral, orchestral, chamber, and jazz pieces. As a musician, educator, and director of the Zoe Jazz Band, he has taught courses on African-American Popular Music and Jazz Improvisation, and is professionally affiliated with organizations like the American Society of University Composers and the NAACP. The resolution highlights Woods' lifelong commitment to improving communities, praising him as a compassionate and inspiring civic leader who has made substantial contributions to Central New York's cultural landscape. By passing this resolution, the legislative body officially recognizes Woods' achievements and will transmit a copy of the resolution to him as a formal acknowledgment of his distinguished career and community impact.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J171