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PUBLIC CHAPTER NO. 176
SENATE BILL NO. 794
By Bailey
Substituted for: House Bill No. 1094
By Mr. Speaker Sexton, Butler, Davis
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 1, Part 3, relative to bands.
WHEREAS, from Bristol, the birthplace of country music, to Memphis, the blues capital of the
world, musicians across Tennessee continue to inspire and influence through their astounding
artistry; and
WHEREAS, from time to time, the exceptional ability, dedication, and accomplishments, both
musical and philanthropic, of standout Tennessee musicians warrant a place of honor in the annals
of State history; and
WHEREAS, based in the Crossville area, Southern Stars Symphonic Brass is a collective of
musicians from Clarksville, Nashville, Murfreesboro, Tullahoma, Cookeville, Crossville,
Chattanooga, and Knoxville and includes university professors, secondary-level music educators,
and others who are excellent musicians in their own right; and
WHEREAS, in addition to a three-concert season at Stone Memorial High School's
auditorium, this talented group has given concerts at the Performing Arts Center in Maryville,
Maryville College, the University of the Cumberlands, and various locations in Knoxville, Cookeville,
and Murfreesboro; and
WHEREAS, Southern Stars Symphonic Brass has performed at the Great American Brass
Band Festival on multiple occasions, representing Tennessee at this prestigious, long-running event
that draws musical ensembles from around the country and across the globe; and
WHEREAS, for nearly two decades, Southern Stars Symphonic Brass has served as an
exemplar of musical talent and generosity of spirit, and it is most worthy of special recognition; now,
therefore,
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE:
SECTION 1. Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 1, Part 3, is amended by adding
the following as a new section:
The Southern Stars Symphonic Brass is hereby designated as the official brass band
of the state of Tennessee.
SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon becoming a law, the public welfare requiring it. PASSED:
SENATE BILL NO. 794
March 31, 2025
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' RANDY M
SPEAKER OF THE SENATE
CAMERON SEXTON, SPEAKER
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
APPROVED this 11 '1,. day of /\pJ:i I 2025
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BILL LEE, GOVERNOR