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MS HR117
Resolution
Status
4/6/2015
Primary Sponsor
Toby Barker
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AI Summary
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Commends the University of Southern Mississippi's marching band, The Pride of Mississippi, for winning the overall championship at the 45th annual International Band Parade in Limerick, Ireland on March 15, 2015.
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The band performed "Thriller" and a routine with the Dixie Darlings and flag bearers before a crowd of over 40,000 people along a 2.75-mile route that featured 24 bands and more than 1,100 musicians from Ireland, Europe, and the United States.
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130 students from the 300-member band traveled to Ireland and also participated in the St. Patrick's Festival Parade in Dublin on March 17, marking the band's third trip to Ireland in 25-30 years.
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Recognizes the students' commitment and fundraising efforts to pay for the overseas trip while maintaining rigorous rehearsal schedules.
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Directs copies of the resolution be provided to University of Southern Mississippi President Dr. Rodney D. Bennett, Director James Standland, and the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
USM Marching Band The Pride of Mississippi; commend on being named overall winner of International Band Parade in Ireland.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/6/2015