SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 548
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco mariachi band for its recent
triumph at the state mariachi competition; and
WHEREAS, Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco students made their
parents and school district proud by winning the first Class 1A
state mariachi title; following closely in second place was
another school from Jim Wells County, Premont; and
WHEREAS, The state mariachi meet brings together young
musicians in a friendly spirit of competition; this year's Class
1A winning schools are separated by only 20 miles; and
WHEREAS, The tradition of mariachi is a hybrid art form
steeped in overlapping histories; it combines elements of
Spanish, Native American, and African cultures, cross-pollinating
the rhythms, melodies, and storylines that help define each
culture; and
WHEREAS, The students of Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco displayed
outstanding skill, style, and showmanship performing in this
unique discipline; mariachi combines the playing of violin,
trumpet, guitar, and other instruments with the singing in
Spanish of complex lyrics and melodies, while the performers keep
time in synchronized dance steps; and
WHEREAS, Mastering the art of mariachi is indeed a stellar
accomplishment; performing it in competition is an extraordinary
achievement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby commend the Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco mariachi
band for winning the state 1A mariachi title; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
these fine musicians as an expression of esteem from the
Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 26, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate