[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 58 (Tuesday, April 21, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E894]
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           HONORING THE 11 WOMEN EMISSARIES OF MEMPHIS MUSIC

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                         HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 21, 2009

  Mrs. BLACKBURN. Madam Speaker, it is a privilege to rise today to 
honor and recognize 11 truly inspirational women who have each played a 
part in making the music of Memphis world renown. Memphis's music 
heritage has been called the ``soundtrack of America'' and these 
talented artists deserve our thanks and are extremely justified in the 
recognition bestowed on them today by the Memphis and Shelby County 
Music Commission.
  The esteemed emissaries are Jo Bridges, Joyce Cobb, Jackie Johnson, 
Susan Marshall, Judy Peiser, Di Anne Price, Reba Russell, Linn Sitler, 
Pat Kerr Tigrett, Deanie Parker and Ruby Wilson.
  Tennessee is the home of country and blues music and the birthplace 
of the ``rock and roll.'' We are also proud of the thousands of 
singers, songwriters, performers, producers, and other music industry 
professionals that make their homes and livelihood within the state and 
allow Tennessee to compete with New York and California as a hub of 
creativity and entertainment.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in both thanking and 
congratulating the new Emissaries of Memphis Music for their dedication 
and devotion for enriching our lives with wonderful sound and music. 
These 11 women are truly worthy recipients of this outstanding honor.

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