House Concurrent Resolution No. ___ commends Katrice LaCour for his significant contributions to the Natchitoches Parish showcase during Natchitoches Day at the state capitol. Born on March 13, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, LaCour is a distinguished music educator and performer who graduated from Grambling State University with a degree in music education. He has an extensive background in music, having participated in various ensembles and festivals, and has served as an orchestra and band director at multiple educational institutions, including his current role at Northwestern State University Elementary and Middle Laboratory Schools in Natchitoches.

LaCour's achievements include leading his middle school orchestra to win prestigious awards at Festival Disney and Carnegie Hall, as well as organizing all-state orchestras for the Louisiana Music Educators Association. He has also performed internationally and was recently inducted into the Folk Music Hall of Fame. The resolution recognizes LaCour as a vital figure in Louisiana's cultural music scene and expresses the legislature's sincere wishes for his continued success in his endeavors.