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SENATE RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Band of the Hills on the occasion of the group's 25th |
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anniversary; and |
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WHEREAS, Formed in 1998 by 18 Cedar Park musicians, Band of |
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the Hills is a wind and percussion ensemble that has delighted |
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music lovers in Williamson County for 25 years; the band has |
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grown to comprise more than 100 members who span a range of ages, |
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occupations, and backgrounds and are connected by their love of |
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music; and |
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WHEREAS, The Band of the Hills' repertoire includes |
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marches, classical music, show tunes, big band orchestral |
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pieces, and seasonal music; participants volunteer their time |
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and talents at such free community events as holiday |
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celebrations, festivals, and formal concerts; and |
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WHEREAS, Through the years, Band of the Hills has brought |
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live entertainment and joyful music to the Austin area and to the |
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communities of Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, and |
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Pflugerville; the band is affiliated with the Cedar Park Chamber |
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of Commerce, the Leander Chamber of Commerce, and the National |
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Association of Concert Bands; and |
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WHEREAS, Band of the Hills is celebrating its |
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quarter-century anniversary with a concert on May 21, 2023, at |
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Vista Ridge High School Performing Arts Center in Cedar Park; |
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live music is an intrinsic and beloved component of Texas |
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culture, and Band of the Hills has continued to inspire a deep |
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appreciation for music by carrying on this proud tradition in |
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Central Texas; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th |
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Legislature, hereby commend Band of the Hills on its many |
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contributions to music and culture in Texas and extend to the |
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band's musicians and to the event's attendees best wishes for a |
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memorable and enjoyable 25th anniversary concert; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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the band as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. |