House Resolution 98

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE GERMANTOWN HIGH SCHOOL BAND UPON WINNING THE MISSISSIPPI HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION (MHSAA) CLASS 7A STATE MARCHING BAND CHAMPIONSHIP.

WHEREAS, the Germantown High School Band reigned supreme at the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 7A State Marching Band Championship, successfully defending their state title and claiming their fifth overall; and

WHEREAS, on November 1, 2025, fans crowded the stands at Northwest Rankin High School to watch the top bands from across the state demonstrate their immense skill and musical talent, and the Germantown Band took the competition by storm with a spectacular production titled "Tempest" - a powerful journey through the raw force and haunting beauty of a storm at sea; and

WHEREAS, featuring the music of Eric Whitacre and John Mackey, the piece showcased the band's technical proficiency and precise coordination with a strong focus on concert and orchestral music, engaging the audience and impressing the judges; and

WHEREAS, the Germantown Band has built a reputation as one of the most prominent performing arts groups in the State of Mississippi, and this year's ensemble has carried the mantle and continued the legacy of achievement established by previous members, securing the band's third state championship win in the last four years; and

WHEREAS, earlier in the season, the Germantown Band performed at the Bands of America Super Regional in St. Louis, Missouri, marking their fourth year at the competition, and they proudly represented Mississippi as they competed against 65 elite high school bands from across the United States; and

WHEREAS, as if by fate, a storm came to pass in St. Louis during the competition, and as the first group to perform after the storm, the Germantown Band brought the tremendous sound of the raging tempest to the crowd inside; and

WHEREAS, the band placed 14th overall at the super regional competition, earning a spot as a finalist in the nationally recognized event and showing the country why Mississippi is rightfully known as the Birthplace of America's Music; and

WHEREAS, under the expert guidance of Germantown High School Band Director Justin Harvison, this dynamic band has been inspired to hone their craft through consistent practice and tenacious effort, and their dedication has paid off in spades as they have reached new heights in their ascent to the pinnacle of marching band excellence; and

WHEREAS, the members of the Germantown Band will surely carry the unforgettable memories they have made, as well as the lessons of hard work and discipline they have learned, throughout their lives as they remember the feeling of greatness that accompanies being a champion; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the House of Representatives to recognize and commend Mississippi's extraordinary students, especially those such as the Germantown High School Band, and it is with profound pride that we congratulate this talented group of young musicians, whose outstanding ability and commitment bring honor to their school, their community and the State of Mississippi:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate the Germantown High School Band upon winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 7A State Marching Band Championship, and extend best wishes to the band for continued success in all their future endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to the Germantown High School Band and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.