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Nationally Acclaimed Musician To Perform As Part Of Wellness Series On March 5

CORTLAND, NY (02/26/2008; 1032)(readMedia)-- Chris Cauley, a nationally acclaimed singer and performer, will present an “Acoustic Coffeehouse with Chris Cauley” on Wednesday, March 5, at SUNY Cortland.

The 23-year-old singer, guitarist and songwriter from Atlanta, Ga., will perform at 8 p.m. in the Corey Union Function Room. Sponsored by the Student Activities Board, the Health Education Office, Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) and the Student Development Center as part of the “Wellness Wednesday Series” at SUNY Cortland, this event is free and open to the public.

Cauley has been described as having passion, soul and easy charm that captivates his audience. He has the gift of comfort onstage that enables his unique charisma to shine.

In his first year on the college circuit in 2005, Cauley was the number one music act of all three showcases he was selected for and was voted Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APAC) Coffeehouse Artist of the Year. In 2008, he was nominated the Best Male and Small Venue Performance.

Cauley has opened for Edwin McCain, Amos Lee, Will Hoge, Kevin Kinney of Drivin’ and Cryin’, Matt Nathanson and Motor City Josh and The Big 3.

He began writing songs at the age of 16 and in 2004, signed a deal with Red Drum Records of Augusta, Ga., at age 19.

Today Cauley, a live duo act with his saxophone player, creates a blend of rock and rhythm and blues. In 2003, he released his first solo album, titled “Wishing Well.”

The semester-long “Wellness Wednesday Series” features speakers, exhibits, self-help workshops and other programs intended to help students adjust to college life.

For more information, contact Cathy Smith at the Health Promotion Office in Van Hoesen Hall, Room B-1, or at (607) 753-2066 or smithc@cortland.edu.

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