[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 14 (Monday, January 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E62]
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       HONORING THE OUTSTANDING MUSICAL WORK OF MR. ANDREW HORWAT

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2003

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this 
opportunity to honor Mr. Andrew Horwat, upon his selection to perform 
with the Honor Band of America.
  Andrew has made Robert E. Lee High School history by becoming the 
first student ever from his high school to be selected for this 
national Honor Band. Every year student musicians all across the 
country are nominated by their band directors to take part in this 
national performance. After the nomination, musicians are evaluated by 
a distinguished panel of university wind conductors, and selected to 
attend the Bands of America National Concert Band Festival and National 
Percussion Festival. This year, the 11th District of Virginia is proud 
to send one of our own to this selective event.
  Andrew is currently a drum major in the Marching Lancers, Lee High 
School's band. In March, he will represent this group when he travels 
to Indianapolis to perform with all other high school students selected 
for the Honor Band of America. This experience will provide Andrew with 
the opportunity to participate in rehearsals, master classes, and 
special clinics and concerts in addition to rehearsing with the Honor 
Band.
  This experience will not only recognize Andrew for the dedication he 
has already exhibited, but also motivate him to continue his hard work. 
Andrew's accolade is a perfect example to young students that hard work 
and dedication do pay off. I believe that Andrew will serve as an 
example to his peers and hope that through this experience, he will be 
able to share with them all that he has learned.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, it is with great pleasure that I extend this 
recognition to Mr. Andrew Horwat. His hard work and discipline are an 
example to all of us. The 11th District of Virginia is honored to have 
such a young talent in our community. I call upon my colleagues to join 
me in applauding him for all of his accomplishments.

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