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Tuesday, April 23, 2002 JUNE 3-28,2002 BUSINESS BOOT CAMP For Non-Business Majors SUMMER BUSINESS INSTITUTE An Intensive Course In Business Essentials For Non-Business Majors The job market today is challenging, demanding new employees be well versed in business concepts and practices. The Summer Business Institute is designed for students like you, with little or no business training or experience, giving you an edge to compete for top positions in any field. • One month, intensive non-degree certificate program • Real-world business knowledge in: accounting, finance, marketing, information technology, operations management, presentation skills • Career planning assistance • Exceptional faculty • Nationally-ranked business school in the heart of Dallas, a major hub of business 214.768.9008 execdev.cox.smu.edu LUfti AGfilM Tuc »AT1 THE BAl'iL' f THE JJ72 JJ72 Lakota/Columbia Records It takes several minutes for the human eye to adapt to a dark room. Similarly, it may take lis teners a moment to adjust to the wailing melan cholic cries of JJ72’s lead vocalist, Mark Greaney. Although some listeners may consider his voice whiny, Greany’s sorrowful and echoic skill is the perfect instrument to supplement lyrics of the same qualities. But the longing and sometimes cynical subjects of JJ72’s sobering melodies should not discourage listeners. Even though verses alluding to death and mourning may be dis heartening and lyrics like “torrential seas dragged me to my knees bleeding’’ may be unsettling, the poetry of songs like “Undercover Angel" and "Improv" evoke introspection and reflection. Greany’s voice, which at times resembles the banshee-like wails from rock bands of old, is only one musical facet that distinguishes the group. Sly Letter Theme of Six Bayou City Music The unique styles of lead singers Ryan Slie and Sean Smith and the sounds of different instru ments are what make Sly Letter original. With the release of its second CD, Theme of Six, by Sound Arts Recording Studio, the band continues to grow in the number of fans as well as musical performance. The CD's first track, “Beside Me," is a great start. It is energetic and catchy — a main theme throughout the album that keeps the listener hooked. The CD ends with “We All Fall Down," a song that leaves listeners begging for more, because it is just as catchy as the first track. The songs on Theme of Six fit together well, with a mixture of high-energy songs such as “Still the Same," as well as slower, more emotional songs such as "The Promise" and “Mercury." He also plays lead guitar, and along with bassist Hilary Woods and drum mer Fergal Matthews, there is an entourage of violists, violinists and cel lists who implement clas sical capacities in several songs, namely “Oxygen" and "Willow." songs employ spiritual expressions and *1 imagery like “true love has no simplicity,% ; { our world you and I” and “by the bright leave the garden of my savior.” Of course lyrics like “dreams of dying motef and “decaying as I am/I need not somepr.T ised land” may appear a sharp contrast! serenity of other lexis that permeate the a:, but JJ72’s self-titled LP is far from inconsfej From “October Swimmer” to its finale “Bums Bee.” JJ72 breathes both musical harmonys lyrical poeticism. (Grade: B+) -Walt frl The lyrics remain strong throughout the pieces and are held together by refreshing beats. The different instruments of Sly Letter mesh well with the distinct voices of the vocalists. The mandolin also is a great aspect of the band and Mark McDavid doesr amazing job playing the unique instrument.a r : it is always easy to pinpoint the sound ofthew dolin in each song. The name of the album fits the band, asSij Letter is composed of a six-piece lineup, i person contributing a significant amount tomtei makes the CD worthwhile. The CD released Theme of Six will be held at The Tap, Wednesday April 24. (Grade: A+) -Crystal Dobso- Tanning Bed Media Center Came Room Fitness Center 2 Sparkling Pools Oversized Jacuzzi On TAMU Shuttle Route 117 Holleman Drive West College Station, Tx 77840 www.suhvillage.com SMUISI COX Summer Business Institute Southern Methodist University will not discnmmate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex. age. disability, or veteran status SMU's commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscnmmation on the basis of sexual orientation. CX02-20050 O n if I O App Fe e! o Deposit. fo y ou! ?iso cA st L 12,3,6 4 Bedrooms Individual Leases Washer/Qryer Roommate Matching Fumished/Unfurnished Free Fthemet An SUK Community SUH is a IrtKtomvfc of 3UH, Inc. Open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Sat 10am - 5pm (979)696-5711