SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 540
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Band of the Hills on the occasion of the group's 25th
anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Formed in 1998 by 18 Cedar Park musicians, Band of
the Hills is a wind and percussion ensemble that has delighted
music lovers in Williamson County for 25 years; the band has
grown to comprise more than 100 members who span a range of ages,
occupations, and backgrounds and are connected by their love of
music; and
WHEREAS, The Band of the Hills' repertoire includes
marches, classical music, show tunes, big band orchestral
pieces, and seasonal music; participants volunteer their time
and talents at such free community events as holiday
celebrations, festivals, and formal concerts; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, Band of the Hills has brought
live entertainment and joyful music to the Austin area and to the
communities of Cedar Park, Leander, Round Rock, and
Pflugerville; the band is affiliated with the Cedar Park Chamber
of Commerce, the Leander Chamber of Commerce, and the National
Association of Concert Bands; and
WHEREAS, Band of the Hills is celebrating its
quarter-century anniversary with a concert on May 21, 2023, at
Vista Ridge High School Performing Arts Center in Cedar Park;
live music is an intrinsic and beloved component of Texas
culture, and Band of the Hills has continued to inspire a deep
appreciation for music by carrying on this proud tradition in
Central Texas; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commend Band of the Hills on its many
contributions to music and culture in Texas and extend to the band's
musicians and to the event's attendees best wishes for a memorable
and enjoyable 25th anniversary concert; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the band as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 10, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate