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harmonies? Maybe he‘s not so off.

NORM
My God, you‘re right! Ignore me—ignore the client—that guy over there? He‘s the one you should
follow.

KEN
(Moment, glancing at Benny who quickly looks away. They both chuckle derisively, walking off
together) What do I know--I‘m just the producer. (They‘re gone)

BENNY
(Long moment. He wanders over to Marty, the piano player.) Marty is it? (Gesturing to take over the
keyboard) May I?

MARTY
Uh…

N
Benny sits at the piano.

BENNY
Stay with me. First. Tempo. Make it something like…(Intro on piano)

[Piano: upbeat stride intro]

CRACKLE-E
IT‘S EVERYONE‘S FAVORITE BREAKFAST CEREAL
Then harmony. I need someone high. (Points to Chris) You.

(Demonstrates high note a capella) EVERYONE‘S FAVORITE

ALYSON
Benny, I think Norm just wants us to keep it--

BENNY
Trust me. This is what he really wants.

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