Denny Zane's lecture hall was quickly filled by students and staff waiting for the final lecture of the Environmental Issues Lecture Series, “Denny Zane moves LA."

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Music to our ears

A look at the Santa Monica College music department

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Music industry woes in digital age

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Melodies that captured times

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Cheer squad brings change

New head coach Jessie Moorehead has big plans for Santa Monica College's cheer program.

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Long live rock 'n' roll

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We make music; it doesn't make us

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Sex sells, not talent

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Music will take you home

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Pump up the volume

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Focusing effects of favorable music genres

Some students might have better concentration by turning up the volume of their favorite tunes on their MP3 music players.