SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 633
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Michael Salgado for his outstanding success as a
musician and his many contributions to the music industry; and
WHEREAS, Known for his remarkable ability to play the
accordion both left and right handed, Michael "El Zurdo De Oro"
Salgado is a beloved entertainer who has won the hearts of the
public with his unique talent and his spirited performances; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Salgado released his first album in 1989, and
he rose to prominence in 1995 with the release of "Cruz De
Madera," which won best song of the year; he went on to release a
string of hits and to earn numerous accolades including multiple
Tejano Music Awards, a Billboard Latin Music Award, and a Grammy
nomination; and
WHEREAS, In recent years, Michael has ventured into the
country music genre and created his own independent record label,
releasing several albums to critical acclaim; he shared his journey
of pursuing a new music genre in the film This is My Country, Twin
Fiddles and Accordion, and he performed "Honky Tonks and Cantinas"
at the film's world premiere in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, Michael Salgado celebrated 20 years in the
industry with the 2015 release of 20 Aniversario, and he will
soon release Otras Historias, a compilation of different sounds
that will also incorporate mariachi, a time-honored favorite; he
is a celebrated performer whose extraordinary talent delights
fans of all ages, and he is indeed deserving of recognition for
his many career accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Michael Salgado for his outstanding
success as a musician and extend to him best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 18, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate