Recognizing Tarquin Bennion

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Mr. DOWNING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary young Montanan, Tarquin Bennion, who will make his Carnegie Hall debut on July 20.

Tarquin hails from Sidney, Montana, and is one of the 28 violinists from around the country headed to the Big Apple to perform with the National Youth Orchestra of the United States.

Not only will he debut in New York, he will also represent our Nation and our State as he tours internationally in Japan, Hong Kong, China, and South Korea.

Tarquin's journey began at the age of 5 when his mother, who taught herself to play the violin at age 34, inspired him to pursue music. Since then, his passion has taken him to venues like the Montana Senate Chamber where he performed a piece from Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 4 during his time as a page.

Mr. Speaker, Tarquin's remarkable talent and dedication are an inspiration to his peers and to his State. I congratulate him on this incredible accomplishment and wish him the best of luck in his bright future. I know this is just the beginning.

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