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NCWU Music Production Alumni Release Heartfelt Holiday Single

ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA – North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is proud to announce the release of a brand-new Christmas single created by talented alumni of its Music Production program. Just in time for the holiday season, graduates have come together for a collaborative rendition of the beloved Christmas classic, “The First Noel.”

The project, produced under 301 North Records, features an impressive lineup of former members of NCWU’s performance ensemble Spectrum, including:

- Joshua Strausser ’20

- Will Plyler ’21

- Justin Long ’21

- Madison Barbour ’21

- Jackson Nethercutt ’23

- Colby Whaley ’23

The single was officially released on Friday, November 28th, and is now streaming on all major digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.

Tony Sawyer, Assistant Professor of Music Production and Director of 301 North Records, shared his excitement about the project: “It was wonderful to work in collaboration with our alumni on this musical project. It is my hope that we can have more such alumni collaborations in the near future.”

NCWU continues to celebrate the success of its graduates and the growth of its innovative Music Production program. This release showcases not only the skill and creativity fostered at Wesleyan, but also the lasting connections formed through its close-knit artistic community.

For more information about the Music Production program or 301 North Records, visit ncwu.edu.

About North Carolina Wesleyan University

North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is a small, private Methodist-affiliated institution with a liberal arts-based core curriculum that prepares students for professional advancement, life-long learning and responsible participation in their communities. NCWU offers liberal arts, professional and graduate degree programs for traditional, transfer and working-adult students.

NCWU offers a best-in-class value and a personally tailored private higher education experience. We invest in each and every student we accept by providing individualized awards, scholarships and grants. Wesleyan is YOUR hometown University that is Personal. Practical, and Purpose-Driven. With students from all over the United States and more than 40 different countries, the University has immense cultural diversity. In addition to its educational mission, NCWU serves as a vital economic engine for the region, contributing over $209 million to the local economy.

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