SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 955

WHEREAS, In a national battle of bands, Austin's James Bowie High School Outdoor Performing Ensemble scored high, placing 12th in its finals performance at the Bands of America Grand National Championships on November 11, 2006; and

WHEREAS, The dedicated James Bowie High School musicians who participated in the Bands of America national finals were the first to represent their school at that prestigious event; they achieved their high ranking against stiff competition; among the 92 bands attending the contest from across the United States, approximately 15 were former Bands of America national finalists; and

WHEREAS, Earning the title of Grand National Finalist is an enormous accomplishment for any band, but for the Bowie Outdoor Performing Ensemble to do so well in its first attempt is truly a testament to the hard work of the students and staff, as well as to the support offered by parents and classmates; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby congratulate the James Bowie High School Outdoor Performing Ensemble on its 12th-place win at the Bands of America Grand National Championships and extend sincere best wishes to all the young musicians and their teachers; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the ensemble as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Wentworth

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate