Cedar Park is now hitting a high note in Texas's vibrant music scene, officially named a 'Music Friendly Texas Certified Community' by the Texas Music Office (TMO), a noteworthy recognition that underscores the city's dedication to cultivating its local music industry. Governor Greg Abbott revealed the designation, which indicates that Cedar Park has fulfilled a meticulous multi-step certification process, aspiring to stimulate the city's economic growth and employment through music, as reported by KXAN.
Immersed in celebration, a ceremony is slated for Friday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at Lakeline Park aligning with the Live at Lakeline Concert Series – this is not merely a token of recognition but an emblem of the city's deep-rooted commitment to its auditory art; Cedar Park Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin expressed this honor "highlights our commitment to fostering a vibrant music culture" and City Manager Brenda Eivens noted the city's aim to amplify the resonance of its musicians and bolster cultural and economic vitality, their comments provided by KWTX.
The prestige of becoming a 'Music Friendly Texas Certified Community' comes with tangible perks for Cedar Park, recognized for its dedication to supporting local talent. The TMO's certification brings not only recognition but also opportunities for growth and development in the music sector. Governor Abbott's office emphasized the significant impact Texas music has on the state's economy, tallying over $31 billion in annual economic activity and securing nearly 196,000 jobs both directly and indirectly linked to the rhythm of the industry, according to an announcement by KXAN.
Festivities during the May 2nd ceremony are expected to draw city officials and community behemoths alongside music aficionados to Lakeline Park celebrating the symbolic handover of this new title to Cedar Park presented by Janie Havel from the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office on behalf of the TMO, highlighting that "Music is key to the Texas brand and is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of our great state," as Abbott pronounced and Cedar Park is now firmly rooted in this tradition, the validation of this announcement was obtained by KWTX.
