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| Help with speech synthesis research? |
[11 Oct 2008|08:38pm] |
I'm looking to recruit a non-smoking, native English-speaking volunteer to be the speaker for my speech synthesis research project. It's somewhat obnoxious work:
step 1: read ~460 sentences into a mic while wearing an E.G.G. on your neck.
step 2: come back a second time to read the same sentences while attached to an EVA2 airflow monitoring system (this involves having a tube in one of your nostrils).
It pays $35.00/hour and the ideal person would have some drama, music, or singing training. You need to be able to read all of these sentences clearly, at a regular tempo (I'll provide a silent metronome), and at a relatively level pitch. I expect it to take five to six hours (over 2 or 3 sessions) total to complete the recordings. There's some initial testing I'd have to do to make sure your voice meets the requirements for the research -- and I can't work with you if you've had a head cold in the last two to three weeks.
( pictures of gear behind cut )
Please e-mail: clunis [at] umich [dot] edu if you're interested in participating.
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| Village Corner |
[11 Oct 2008|07:31pm] |
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Does anybody know what the deal is with Village Corner? They've got signs up everywhere saying they can't sell alcohol and they're closing at 10 tonight.
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| Haunted Houses |
[11 Oct 2008|11:35am] |
For those of you that like a good haunted house, I highly recommend DarkSyde Acres in Jonesville, MI (about an hour away). There's also Homer Mill, which is where I originally went to, but DarkSyde Acres makes you scream and jump a LOT more.
http://www.darksydeacres.com/
http://www.thehomermill.com/
Homer Mill is $20 while DarkSyde is $15. However, there are flyers at Homer Mill to get $3 off at DarkSyde Acres.
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| ticket for m vs. toledo |
[09 Oct 2008|09:49pm] |
Anybody want a student ticket for the Toledo game Saturday?
Section 27
Row 35
Seat 22
I'm asking $30 or best offer. Reply here or email me lintjerk (at) gmail.com if you're interested.
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| Ballot proposals |
[09 Oct 2008|07:37pm] |
I never thought I would miss all of the annoying people on campus who hand out pamphlets and unwanted advice on how to vote while everyone tries to scurry to class. Now I'm living in North Carolina and when I received my absentee ballot I realized that I don't have a clue about any of the proposals and the descriptions on the ballot aren't enough to make a decision on.
So, not to open up the political can of worms, but can someone give me a brief breakdown of the pros/cons of the the medicinal marijuana and stem cell research proposals? Thanks.
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[09 Oct 2008|10:14am] |
If you read mgoblog, you may have heard of this man:
Rumor has it that J Leman is doing color commenting for the BTN this week. This is going to be amazing.
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| tire repair in evening hours? |
[07 Oct 2008|05:56pm] |
Hey all,
Can anyone recommend a place near downtown where I could get a tire patched or a new one put on my car at night? Will probably be before nine...
I've gotten a tire patched at that gas station/repair place on the corner of Packard and Stadium for really cheap before, but I can't for the life of me remember what it's called and thus can't call to see how late they're open. There's also a tire place downtown, I'm pretty sure, but again, I can't remember the name...
Advice on where the price won't be awful would also be cool... It is possible my tire is severely damaged (it looks pretty floppy) and I'll actually have to buy a new one... Alas.
Thanks!
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| Expected utility costs |
[06 Oct 2008|06:15pm] |
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For those of you who rent houses, what are your utility costs like? I'm considering renting a 4-bedroom house next year, but I'm wary of the hidden costs beyond rent. Any tips would be appreciated.
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| ? |
[05 Oct 2008|05:31pm] |
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Has anyone heard any news about the guy who fell off the railing at Mitch's Place last night? It looked not good. :/
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| Ben Folds in Detroit -- Transportation Options? |
[02 Oct 2008|06:12pm] |
Hi all,
Next Thursday, my roommate and I are going to the Ben Folds concert at the Fillmore in Detroit. Neither of us are from Michigan and have no idea how we're going to get there. We've looked into cabs, but the cheapest we could find is a rate around $200 total. We really can't afford that much for transportation, so we were wondering about alternatives.
I'm sure people go to concerts all the time! How would you all suggest getting to Detroit safely and relatively inexpensively?
Any and all help would be appreciated! Thank you!
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| SBE money? |
[02 Oct 2008|04:54pm] |
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For those of you who sold books at the last Student Book Exchange-- have you gotten your money/even heard anything from them?
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| Engineers!...again! |
[30 Sep 2008|10:51pm] |
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Is anyone taking the FE this October in Lansing? I've got a friend who needs a ride.
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[30 Sep 2008|10:06pm] |
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Does anyone know the name of the band that was playing in the Diag at around 1 today? I think it was something like The Kinetics, and they were from Colorado, but I might've heard wrong, since my google searches don't even turn up so much as a myspace... I could just be really bad at googling things, but yeah, does anyone know?
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| A Random Question... |
[01 Oct 2008|08:20am] |
I am hoping to come to Michigan next year, and I was just wondering, are you allowed to paint the walls of your dorm room?
Not exactly pivotal in my college selection process, but I was just curious :)
Thanks for all the help guys, very helpful!
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[30 Sep 2008|12:54am] |
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Anyone know of a place hiring that would value someone with written communication, customer service experience, and a humanities bachelor's degree?
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[29 Sep 2008|05:39pm] |
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Hey, I'll be in Ann Arbor for the weekend and I'm looking to get my hands on an Illinois ticket. Can anyone help me out?
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| Student temp employees wanted |
[29 Sep 2008|03:16pm] |
We're looking for 2 student employees to do ongoing system administration work on linux. Applicants must have some UNIX (preferrably) linux experience.
We're looking for self motivated students who have solid problem solving skills. Experience with UNIX (preferrably linux) is a requirement. Additional skills in hardware, networking, customer service, shell scripting and/or programmer are a bonus.
The job pays $13 and up based on experience. We're looking for people who can work 15-20 hours a week (potentially more during the summer).
This is a job working with large scale 7/24 production systems and is an excellent resume builder for people who ultimately want to work in the IT field.
The job is located at Arbor Lakes off Plymouth Rd (at Earheart). Applicant must have their own transportation or be willing to deal with the bus system.
Please send any questions or resumes to ainman@umich.edu.
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| can't believe this hasn't been posted yet |
[28 Sep 2008|12:28pm] |
So...post your thoughts on the ridiculousness that was the football game!
Seeing as how I was out of town (I'm in Indiana for grad school now), I had to enjoy it vicariously through my friends who were at the game and make do with the flatscreen at a local bar with a couple other alums. Those who were there...you have no idea how jealous I am. That might have topped MSU my freshman year!
edited to add: those who are better at graphics than I am (uh, almost everyone) please send your submissions for commemorative LJ icons! :)
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| Peacoats |
[27 Sep 2008|10:55pm] |
This may be the dumbest thing you've ever been asked, but...
I'm looking to get a new winter coat this year, and peacoats are the cutest things ever. I'm torn as to whether or not they are warm enough for Michigan winters. (FYI, I'm a Michigan native with a pretty normal Columbia coat now)
So, any feedback on peacoats is appreciated. :)
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| football |
[26 Sep 2008|02:11pm] |
selling my ticket for tomorrow. face value OBO... i think its section 3- row 36
april.n.lehman@gmail.com
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| Wisconsin ticket for face value |
[25 Sep 2008|09:28pm] |
Hey all,
So I ended up buying the Wisconsin ticket that the girl above me was selling for face value, excited to go to a game this season. Unfortunately, a family emergency has come upon me and I have to leave town. Does anyone want to buy the ticket off me for face? It's section 31, row 6.
I'll have to leave sometime tomorrow, but I'll leave the ticket with my boyfriend and hook you guys up.
It's easiest if you email me at lizsto@gmail.com.
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[25 Sep 2008|09:03am] |
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Is there a time or day you can just drop in, find a partner, and play sand volleyball at Elbel?
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| Football Ticket? |
[22 Sep 2008|11:28am] |
I've been in the hospital on and off this week/end so I'm not going to push my luck and stand at the football game this weekend. I realize football tickets aren't exactly in high demand these days but I'm looking to sell (just for face value of course) my Wisconsin ticket. If anyone needs a tickets let me know, I'm in row 6 too! So it's a good seat!
Either comment here or email me, KMIKULA@umich.edu
Thanks!
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| Yarrr! |
[19 Sep 2008|07:28am] |
Avast! It be National Talk Like a Pirate Day. So ye better be talking like a pirate, or I'll be sending ye t' Davy Jones' Locker!
ARRR!
http://www.talklikeapirate.com/
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| Free computer repair service? |
[18 Sep 2008|09:10pm] |
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Hey everyone, I'm having issues with the screen of my laptop, and I was wondering where I can go to get it fixed for free. I know that the UM Computer Showcase repairs computers, but I can't afford to pay them. I thought there was some place in West Quad that dealt with this sort of thing, but I can't remember. Any help regarding this issue would be great. Thank you.
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| MICHAEL MOORE ON CAMPUS |
[17 Sep 2008|10:46am] |
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Does anybody know what time and where Michael Moore is speaking on Thursday? I heard he was.
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| Engineers! |
[16 Sep 2008|08:56pm] |
Has anyone here taken the FE exam? If so, did you get a review book?
Thanks!
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| anthrbio 265 with MacLatchy |
[15 Sep 2008|11:45am] |
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Hey, does anyone have any info on this particular class? Such as workload, level of difficulty, the professor? Anything would be fantastic!!!! Thanks!!
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| Women's haircuts? |
[15 Sep 2008|10:33am] |
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I'm looking for a place where I can get my hair cut at a reasonable price and have it look good (going for a bob, so some shaping would be nice). I'm hoping for no more than $50 (the cheaper the better, of course). Near campus is a plus, but I do have a car. I'm hoping for a place that takes walk-ins but will make an appointment if necessary.
The previous entries on this were from 2006 and 2003; they recommended Aveda and Shear Impact.
Thanks!
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| Regular class vs minicourses |
[14 Sep 2008|09:38pm] |
So here's my drama. Right now I have a gaping hole in my schedule because I dropped a 4 credit class. Most of the professors I emailed said they wouldn't allow me into their class because they've covered so much material by now. The rest of the professors didn't ban me from their courses, but also didn't sound entirely optimistic. I've never taken a minicourse before, so I'm completely oblivious to the work you have to put into it to obtain a good grade. Do you guys think it would be less painful to sign up for 4 minicourses that start in October, rather than spend ridiculous amounts of time catching up the two weeks I've missed in a regular course? Thanks in advance for the opinions :D
Minicourses I'm considering (hey, I'm desperate):
Coral Reefs
Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Continents Adrift
Polish Culture
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| Quick! |
[13 Sep 2008|11:14am] |
My parents are coming into town today and I have no idea what we're going to to because it's pouring rain.
Anyone have any ideas (that don't include shopping at any malls/Meijer/Target or seeing a movie)?
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| This is probably a bit early, but... |
[13 Sep 2008|12:39am] |
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Does anyone either need someone to sublet from them next year fall semester, or need a place for winter but not fall? The only places I've found that have short term lease options are rooms in a house with shared common areas, and I really don't want to be in a situation where I have no idea who my housemates will be.
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[12 Sep 2008|11:18am] |
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If you don't read mgoblog, you may not have seen this. But you really, really should.
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| Help please :D |
[11 Sep 2008|10:07am] |
Is it too late to make a drastic change to my schedule? I'm not sure what the policy is on dropping a class and starting up with a completely different one (one I never attended any lectures or discussion sections for) two weeks into the semester, so if anyone could help me out I'd really appreciate it.
And where the heck is Weill? I can't find it on the map for the life of me.
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| Calling all cool kids |
[10 Sep 2008|09:25pm] |
UMLJ (University of Michigan Lit Junkies) needs more members. If a slew of newbies join we can push back the date of the first meeting (and subsequent ones as well) to give everyone time to read the first book.
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=28064715582
Join it. You know you want to.
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| Shameless Plug (delete if you must) |
[09 Sep 2008|09:53pm] |
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Do You Dream of making Art that Matters?
Do You Love the Theatre?
Are you Excited to Collaborate with your Peers?
THIS IS WHAT YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR.
This project includes a minimal time commitment during first semester and will culminate in a fully produced performance second semester. Performance material will be created collaboratively drawing on the experiences of community members who participate in facilitated workshops. Thematic content is likely to include mental health disorders and how they may effect one's perception of the world as well as society's treatment and labeling of the 'disordered'. Collaboration and a multidisciplinary approach are key to this work and all people of an artistic bent are welcome to enrich a process that is being forged as a new way to create theatre. For more information of if you cannot attend one of the scheduled meetings, contact Laura at (lauraprz@umich.edu)
FRIDAY, September 12; 5:30 pm @ the Walgreen Drama Center (North Campus)
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Sunday, September 14; 7:00pm @ Mason Hall Lobby
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[08 Sep 2008|03:33pm] |
looking for 2 student section for wisconsin.
thanks!
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| New York Philharmonic concert |
[08 Sep 2008|02:01am] |
Did anyone get a ticket to the New York Phil's Sat. night performance through UMS's half-price sale tonight?
I'm looking for one, so let me know if you did and are interested in selling :). Thanks.
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| Essential Oils |
[07 Sep 2008|09:53pm] |
Hey,
Can anyone think of a good place to buy essential oils that's within walking (or short biking) distance from campus? I was thinking maybe someplace as obvious as Middle Earth, but I feel like they are more of the incense-y type of establishment.
Thanks for any insight!
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| South Commuter Buses |
[04 Sep 2008|10:08am] |
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If I stash my car at the State Street commuter lot, is my only chance for a bus (around 8 or 9 PM) the AATA's 36? It doesn't look like any M buses go there but that seems kind of weird. Is there a better free lot to park in where buses have service later at night? Should I go gray early trying to park downtown?
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[02 Sep 2008|04:10pm] |
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Do the B&N bookstores on campus take B&N gift cards?
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| Party area? |
[01 Sep 2008|10:42pm] |
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"Ain't No Mountain High Enough", from the party across the street |
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So ... this year I'm living on Wilmot, near Observatory. I thought it'd be quiet at night here, but every night it's been loud outside ... understandably so, since it was Welcome Week. Tonight, however, someone across the street (on Washtenaw? Or maybe Wilmot Ct.?) is having a party.
My question is this: is this area a huge party area? I know Washtenaw near Hill is, because of the frats/sororities, but I thought this area would be quieter at night. I'm curious, because for the past week or so it's been really loud out, every night - but this might've just been from Welcome Week.
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| fake play |
[30 Aug 2008|10:44pm] |
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Anyone have a video, or know where to find one, of that fake play today when the offensive line just stood there and pretended like they thought it was a penalty? I'm talking about the first time they did it, not the 6 times after that. Thanks!
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| Football tickets |
[29 Aug 2008|06:49pm] |
What's the community for football tickets again? I know its on a million times here but I couldn't find it and I'm scrambling for a Utah ticket for tomorrow. Or, if you have any other suggestions for places to look (besides umich marketplace and faceook marketplace) I'd appreciate that too.
Thanks!
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| First Special Reading Course? |
[28 Aug 2008|07:51pm] |
Hey Michiganders,
My program requires that I complete a "First Special Reading Course" in either French or German.
Have any of you taken such a course? Is it a course that one could complete (B or higher) without any prior knowledge of the language? Also, what's the workload/structure of the course? I'm trying to decide whether to try to pass it in French (which I studyed years ago and don't remember) or German (which I know nothing about, but I'd prefer to study) and whether to pursue it during the semester or summer.
Thanks for any input!
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| IT bits around campus |
[28 Aug 2008|04:05pm] |
While everyone settles in for Fall Term, I thought I'd keep you apprised of some things going on with computing on campus. First, ITCS is piloting a new, sexier e-mail client for the Web, based on Roundcube. You can check it out here:
https://web.mail.umich.edu/roundcube/
Second, the Michigan Union computing site is back open. For those that don't know, it's a computer lab in the basement of the Union, open 24/7, with black-and-white, color, and tabloid-sized printers. It's got new computers and new tabletops. There are two entrances: the West Quad courtyard off of Madison St. (across the street from South Quad, just walk in and go all the way to the back, swiping your M-Card at the door to your right) and a staircase by the International Center in the Michigan Union. If you're in the food court of the Union, head towards the Computer Showcase, go past it and through the three doors, then down the stairs to your right.
Also, freshmen and those new to the group: be sure to check out Virtual Sites if you need to use software (e.g. Photoshop, Matlab, SPSS) at home but don't want to buy it, and MPrint if you need to print something from your computer to a campus printer (now with .doc support!).
Enjoy!
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| postcards anyone |
[27 Aug 2008|10:09pm] |
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Where can I buy postcards of Ann Arbor? With pictures of things around here.
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| another job |
[27 Aug 2008|09:16pm] |
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does anyone in here work for Michigan Telefund? I'm trying to get a job there and i want to know if there's anything i can do other than apply and wait. like do they prefer people to not call or walk in? any other suggestions or open jobs anyone would suggest?
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| Body fat testing |
[26 Aug 2008|12:08pm] |
Hey all -
I was wondering if anyone knew of places on campus to get your body fat tested - preferably free to students, or cheaply otherwise.
Thanks!
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| Job? Job! |
[25 Aug 2008|04:33pm] |
Hi!
I help run a local record label called Suburban Sprawl Music, and we'd love a fall intern.
An exciting rundown of what our past interns have done:
- Photocopies!
- Faxing stuff!
- Email!
- Managing Myspace accounts!
- Telephone calls!
- Updating show listings on our website!
- Research/Using Google!
- SPREADSHEETS!
- Mailing/FedEx-ing stuff!
- Putting up posters!
Ideally, you'd be at least a little familiar with the "indie rock" and music in general.
We're a part of the Quack Media family, so you might be asked to do some things for them too. They do publishing, and videos, and a bunch of other media type stuff. Cool!
This is a paid position with flexible scheduling (we do keep normal business hours though), and we're on Main Street above Connor O'Neills.
If you are interested, email me at zach[at]suburbansprawlmusic.com and include a resume if you have one.
If you want to get acquainted with Suburban Sprawl or Quack, visit www.subsprawl.com or www.quackmedia.com.
Thanks!
- Zach
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