TITLE: Recognizing Leland Lundgren for his accomplishments as a musician.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Leland Lundgren for his accomplishments as a musician.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Leland Lundgren for his 55 years of outstanding service as a church musician; and WHEREAS, Mr. Lundgren began providing music for churches while he was studying music in Stockholm, Sweden, and for more than half a century he has brought passion and professionalism to his work; and WHEREAS, Currently the musician and choir director for Manor United Methodist Church, Mr. Lundgren has served at numerous churches throughout the state, including Central Christian Church in Hill, Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Austin, and First Methodist Church in Waxahachie; and WHEREAS, Noted for his broad interest in a wide variety of sacred music, Mr. Lundgren has also served as an educator, teaching music at Hill College and San Marcos High School; and WHEREAS, Manor United Methodist Church is paying tribute to his 55 years of commitment with a special ceremony being held March 13, 2011; he is truly deserving of recognition for his dedication and his legacy of service; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Leland Lundgren on his many achievements as a musician and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Watson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2011.