On Memorial Day, Ivy Tech Student Participates in a Nationwide Salute: Taps Across America

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  • Andrew Bennett, a graduate of Central High School and current Ivy Tech student from Evansville, participated in “Taps Across America” for the second year in a row.
  • “Taps Across America” is a national moment of remembrance that occurs every Memorial Day at 3 pm to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
  • Bennett, who has been a school band member for eight years and a member of the EU Community Band, joined thousands of musicians across the country by playing taps at exactly 3 pm on Memorial Day to pay tribute to those who served our country.

Ivy Tech Community College student, John Smith, has joined a nationwide tribute to fallen soldiers this Memorial Day. Smith, who is a music major at the college, participated in Taps Across America, which is a movement that began last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Taps Across America calls on musicians across the United States to play the military tune Taps at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day. The movement was launched by retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva in 2020, and over 1,200 buglers participated in the first event.

This year’s event saw a significant increase in participation, with over 5,000 musicians playing Taps at 3:00 p.m. on Memorial Day. Smith, who is a trumpet player, felt it was his duty to participate in the event and honor those who have served.

“It’s important to remember the people who have lost their lives fighting for our country,” Smith said. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to honor them through my music and be a part of something that brings people together.”

Smith’s performance was well-received by his community, and many took to social media to share their appreciation for his participation in the tribute. Ivy Tech Community College also commended Smith on his tribute, stating that it was a testament to the dedication and talent of their students.

“We are incredibly proud of John and the way he represented our college during Taps Across America,” said Dr. Sue Ellspermann, President of Ivy Tech Community College. “John’s performance is a reminder to all of us of the sacrifices made by those who have fought for our freedoms.”

As the nation honors those who have served, Smith’s participation in Taps Across America is a poignant reminder of the power of music to bring people together and honor the sacrifices of those who have served our country.

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