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IL SR1272
Resolution
Status
Passed
11/21/2024
Primary Sponsor
Michael Halpin
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AI Summary
- Congratulates the Augustana Symphonic Band on its 150th anniversary
- Band was organized as the Augustana Silver Cornet Band in Paxton in 1874 and has participated in every major Augustana College event since the college's relocation to Rock Island in 1875
- Band served as the 6th Illinois Regimental Band during World War I and has represented Illinois through national and international performance tours
- Band has been directed by Dr. James M. Lambrecht since 1988 and is recognized as one of the oldest, most storied collegiate wind ensembles in the nation and the oldest musical organization currently active in the Quad Cities
- Illinois Senate extends gratitude for the band's contributions to the artistic culture and musical reputation of the state
Legislative Description
CONGRATS-AUGUSTANA BAND
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/21/2024
Committee Referrals
Assignments11/6/2024
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