[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 78 (Tuesday, May 29, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E893]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING ALL-STATE BAND MEMBERS OF THE CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 29, 2012

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I recognize 
Neha Jain, Holly Rosenberg, and Taylor White. All three are students at 
Carroll Senior High School and were selected for components of the 
Texas Music Educators Association's All-State Band for 2012.
  Every year 60,000 high school musicians in Texas compete for the 
opportunity to be among the 1,500 chosen for various All-State 
ensembles. Band students first audition before judges in one of twenty-
eight regions, and the highest ranked musicians from each Region then 
participate in one of seven Area competitions. The best among the Area 
participants then go on to the annual clinic and convention hosted by 
the Texas Music Educators Association, TMEA. The clinic consists of 
three days of rehearsal with prestigious musical conductors and 
culminates in a grand All-State performance.
  Being selected for one of the three All-State Band ensembles is 
indeed a high honor for any high school musician and is a testament to 
their hard work, talent, and dedication. Neha Jain, who plays the 
flute, and Holly Rosenberg, who plays the piccolo, both made it to the 
5A Concert Band for 2012. Taylor White, who plays the cornet and 
trumpet, performed in the Philharmonic Orchestra this year. It was his 
fourth year in an All-State ensemble, and it was Holly's second. 
Together, these three exceptional students are continuing to build a 
strong tradition at Carroll Senior High School. Their success is truly 
admirable and highlights the astounding work and contributions put 
forth by their band director, Jay Bach.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 24th Congressional District of Texas, I 
ask all of my distinguished colleagues to join me in congratulating 
Neha Jain, Holly Rosenberg, and Taylor White for being chosen for their 
respective components in the TMEA All-State Band.

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