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This resolution, passed by the Mississippi Senate, formally recognizes Heather Christian, a composer, playwright, and performer from Natchez, Mississippi, as the recipient of the 2026 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Music Composition. The Governor's Arts Awards, established in 1988 and presented annually by the Mississippi Arts Commission in partnership with the Governor's Office, are the state's most prestigious honors for living artists, celebrating significant contributions and artistic achievement. Heather Christian is highlighted for her numerous accolades, including Drama Desk and Obie Awards, and her innovative work in music-centered theater and rituals, with notable compositions and performances such as "Oratorio for Living Things" and "Animal Wisdom." The resolution also acknowledges her broader artistic contributions across film, television, and her teaching and recording endeavors, expressing pride in her achievements and her embodiment of Mississippi's artistic traditions.

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SR/SR0015.xml