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Nolan'S new SOCIAL JUSTICE HYMN
Nolan's new social justice hymn, "JUST LIKE SELMA" is out and available on all streaming platforms.
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As the first phase-two project of Nolan's FREEDOM ADVANCES campaign, "JUST LIKE SELMA" commemorates the history that led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
To commemorate the centenary of Black History Month, Nolan is launching the 'Just Like Selma' Hymn-sing Project with more than 100 participants representing 38 states plus the District of Columbia!
nolan Wins best director honor in sweden film awards
Nolan has won "Best Director - Music Video" in the January 2026 edition of the Sweden Film Awards. The honor is in recognition of the "Just Like Selma" official music video.
“This recognition reflects the collective excellence of an extraordinary team,” Nolan said. “I want to especially acknowledge our live production director, William Haywood, our assistant director and production supervisor, Mike D. DuBose, and our lead editor, Mike Lyon, whose contributions have been invaluable. I’m also deeply grateful to our Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church colleagues who stood behind this project—Leon C. Lewis, Minister of Music, and Andre Williams, Director of Production and Media. Their support and collaboration made this achievement possible.”
Since its release last month, the “Just Like Selma” video has resonated with audiences for its powerful message and visual artistry. This latest international recognition underscores its growing reach and impact.
"JUST LIKE SELMA" EARNS more FILM HONORS!
Monday, January 19, 2026
Georgetown University honors Nolan
On January 19, Robert M. Groves, Interim President of Georgetown University, presented Nolan with a special award “with deep appreciation for over two decades of creativity and commitment to social justice through music.”
This honor recognizes Nolan’s 23 years as Music Producer for GU’s Let Freedom Ring MLK concerts.
March 22-27, 2026
NOLAN TO LEAD ‘6th & Jazz’ for a fIFTh year
This March, Nolan will again lead ‘6th & Jazz,‘ an immersive educational program he has designed in collaboration with the Dr Phillips Center to introduce sixth graders to the jazz genre.
April 24, 2026
NOLAN TO be inducted into sjc theatre hall of fame
On April 24, Nolan will be inducted into his high school alma mater's Theatre Hall of Fame.
NOLAN TO PREMIERE COMMISSIONED WORK THIS JUNE
Nolan has been commissioned by the Children's Chorus of Washington to create a new choral work in honor of CCW’s 30th anniversary.
The work, titled "I've Learned to Sing," will be premiered in June 2026. Stay tuned for more information.