Longhorn Band Required to Play 'Eyes of Texas' in 2021

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While announcing increased financial support for and participation options within its band programs, the University of Texas made it clear Wednesday that "The Eyes of Texas" will be part of the Longhorn Band's repertoire and that 2021 band members will be required to play it.

As reported by Sports Illustrated, the debate surrounding school's alma mater song began in June 2020, when a group of athletes called on the university to it. "The Eyes of Texas'" was used in minstrel shows featuring characters in blackface dating back to the early 1900s, and the song additionally alludes to a phrase from Confederate general Robert E. Lee.

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