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As music educators,  it is imperative that we keep in constant practice.  I like to do this by picking a new piece every week.  I try to keep my pieces within a range that allows variety.  Last week I was working on a piece by composer Robert Schumann.  This week, I am working on a modern piece.  I am working on the Ben Folds Version of a song called, "Fred Jones".  Ben Folds is one of my modern day heroes when it comes to pianists.  Although the subject matter to this song is quite sad, it is one of the most beautiful songs that I think I have ever heard.  It is about a man named Fred Jones that has been working at a factory for 25 years, and gets laid off.  Please enjoy the video,  What piece are you currently working on?  Who is one of your heroes in music?