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Rest In Power, Master Teacher Gil Scott-Heron Artist * Poet * Activist * Musician * Author 1949-2011 Gil Scott-Heron was called home Friday, May 27, 2011. An iconic creative spirit who left an indelible mark on Black music and indeed the entire world, you'll read obits about his public accomplishments and contributions. He is indeed a revolutionary. He is the Godfather of Spoken Word. But this piece is about what this amazing Master Teacher taught me during the three years I worked on his behalf. Gil's music used to pump at full volume in my home. My parents and he went to Lincoln University, and his...