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The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz honors the legacy of illustrious jazz musician Monk.

Competition showcases promising jazz talent

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Many moons ago, piano legend Thelonius Monk made his reputation by changing the way pianists viewed Western Civilization. His compositions stand as staggering contradictions- classic standards that can never truly be duplicated, layered with rich dynamics that seem motionless.

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Griffith classic raises controversy

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Politicians may lead American policy, but celebrities lead Americans. Much of what we do, wear and say is based on those who walk the glittery red carpet. The question is, who are these people? You don't have a clue, says the film "A Face in the Crowd." Elia Kazan's 1957 movie is the tale of a man, Larry "Lonesome" Rhodes (Andy Griffith), who goes from the bottom up in life's luxuries.

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National Opera appeals to students

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Washington National Opera has announced a "Welcome to Opera" concert on Saturday, Oct. 14, in an attempt to make opera more accessible to the young, broke college student. Legendary opera star Pl cido Domingo will conduct favorite selections from Mozart and Puccini, and the concert will also feature singers from WNO's upcoming production of Puccini's "Madama Butterfly" and singers from the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program.

Homoeroticism is the soup of the day at famed 'Cabaret,' now playing through Oct. 29.
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Life is a 'Cabaret' for everyone at Arena Stage

"Cabaret" Directed by Molly Smith Starring Glenn Seven Allen, Megan Gillentine Arena Stage 1101 6th St. S.W. Runs through Oct. 29 Grade: B+ The orchestra pianist looked refined and gentlemanly with his wire-rim glasses, black top hat and neatly trimmed graying hair and beard- not to mention his double-strand pearl necklace and sparkling black dress.



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Men's soccer ties Lafayette in PL title game rematch

The AU men's soccer team tied Lafayette in a rematch of their PL title game from a season ago. The result dropped the Eagles to 0-0-1 in league play and 3-4-1 overall. In front of a crowd of just under 400 spectators in Easton, Pa., the two teams that had combined to win four of the last five PL championships lived up to the hype of being among the top teams in the league.


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Music notes

Wolf Eyes "Human Animal" (Sub Pop) Grade: A- Sounds Like: Those night terrors you had as a kid set to demonized jazz music. Wolf Eyes is a noise trio out of Ann Arbor, Mich., that for the past decade has been screwing with people's minds and making them sleep with the lights on.


The Tavern will now offer different themed food nights every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year for students who frequent the late-night campus food eatery, unlike the common fare from last year, as seen above.
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Tavern adds variety with themed food nights

New Tavern specials were designed to increase the options for late-night dining and broaden the selection of food at the Terrace Dining Room alternative, according to Student Government President Ashley Mushnick. Mushnick, a senior in the School of Public Affairs, said she worked closely with Yvonne Matteson, the manager of Bon Appetit, to add more variety to the Tavern.


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Opinion

All thumbs

Thumbs up... 'The Toilet Paper'... Useful health information in a convenient format. TNT should spread the love beyond the dorms. Artemas Ward Week... Free food, themed TDR nights and 'V for Vendetta' captured the essence of Artie and gave us an excuse to celebrate.




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Campus briefs

SOC freshman wins award for producing public service announcement Christine Felty, a freshman in the School of Communication, received a Young Producer's Award last weekend from the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the National Association of Television Arts and Sciences, which is affiliated with the Emmy Awards.



Indie songwriter M. Ward's first show in D.C. area ended with two encores Friday.
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Acoustic visionary M. Ward woos Birchmere

M. Ward first took the Birchmere's bandstand stage alone on Friday night, his face shrouded by a faded baseball cap and his dark hair curling out from beneath it. In silence, he grasped the neck of his acoustic guitar and began playing. To call Ward an accomplished acoustic guitarist would be a gross understatement.


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National briefs

Spinach maker recalls products due to E. coli concerns Consumers are warned not to consume any fresh spinach or any products containing fresh spinach because spinach products may contain a strain of the E. coli virus, according to the Food and Drug Administration.


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Opinion

Toward a legacy of sanity

The reflex of society is to assuage the pain of collective tragedy through myths and narratives that transform suffering into an integral part of the national fabric. The United States is now five years into the process of making sense of those unprecedented September 11 attacks, communally deliberating the past and the future: why were we attacked, how will we respond.


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Library adds bestselling books to collection

Bender Library added the "Popular Reading Collection" to its book selection because of high demand, according to library monitor Sam Reggio. Each month, newly published popular fiction and nonfiction are added to the collection. The books are on lease from distributor Baker & Taylor.


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Metro brief: Stadium parking buyout offered

Plans to build housing condominiums and parking garages next to the proposed Southeast D.C. baseball stadium seem doomed, as District officials have offered the developer nearly $1 million to back out of the deal, according to The Washington Post. Herbert S.


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Bitter 'suite' dorm decorations for triples

As freshmen make the transition to dorm life and upperclassmen make the transition to suite life, some stylish students realize that a small space can provide ample opportunities for big design. Whether in doubles, triples or suites, these students demonstrate their decorative and organizational prowess.


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Alcohol-related hospital transports on the rise

The "red zone," Housing and Dining's nickname for the first five weeks of the semester, lived up to its name this year with a significant increase in hospital transports since Welcome Week than in previous years, creating concern among faculty and staff. According to studies conducted by the Office of Campus Life, approximately 25 to 30 students are transported during the year because of alcohol overdose.



Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.


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