Crowe Family prepares to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. (Photo Credit: Ryan Crowe)
FLOYDADA, TX – The bright lights of New York City recently shined a little brighter with the presence of the Crowe family from Floydada, Texas, who took part in a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall as part of a Wayland Baptist University music event.
Dr. Rebekah Crowe, a 2002 Wayland alumna and current Professor of History and Dean of the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences, was joined by her husband, Ryan Crowe, a former Wayland student, and their son Wesley, a student at Floydada Collegiate High School. Their participation brought a proud representation of Floydada to one of the most iconic stages in the world.
The trip was more than just a performance—it was a deeply personal experience for the Crowes. Dr. Crowe and her husband first met through Wayland’s music department, making the event a meaningful full-circle moment for their family.
“As a couple who met through Wayland’s music department, the opportunity to participate in an event like this with our son and other members of the Wayland family was incredibly meaningful,” said Dr. Crowe. “Standing among colleagues, current and former students, and classmates brought all the threads of my Wayland experience together in a remarkably special way.”
For Floydada, a town known for its close-knit community and strong sense of tradition, the Crowe family’s journey to Carnegie Hall exemplifies the far-reaching influence of local roots and West Texas values. Their presence on stage in New York City not only highlighted the excellence fostered by Wayland Baptist University but also proudly showcased the talent and dedication emerging from Floydada.
Wesley added, “It was a really cool experience and great to represent the Panhandle in New York, where a lot of people probably haven’t heard of where we’re from. It kind of put us on the map a little!”
The Crowes’ story is a testament to the enduring power of family, education, and the arts—stretching from the plains of West Texas to the world stage.
