Artist: Tony DeBlois Title: Four Thousand Years of Music Label: Twin Tune Productions Format: Full length compact disc Disc condition: Very Good Container condition: New UPC: 786851104622 Comments: Born weighing 1 lb.. 3/4 oz. was only the first obstacle that Tony DeBlois had to overcome. Tony is also blind and autistic and has Savant Syndrome. This 47 year old pianist from Morris, Illinois who has been playing the piano since age two was the subject of a movie inspired by actual events in Tonys life. "Journey of the Heart" with Cybil Shepard, was a 1997 CBS made-for-TV, Movie of the Week . Additionally, he has appeared on 2 Catholic Global Showcase Specials (2001), The Learning Channels Uncommon Genius, Strange Science "Unusual People", and "Understanding the Mysteries of Memory." He is the recipient of numerous awards, among them are Boston Celtics "Hero Among Us" (2003), Chou, Ta-Kuan Cultural and Educational Foundations Global "Love of Life Award" (2002), the Faith and Family Foundation Outstanding Achievement Award 2000, the coveted Reynolds Society Achievement Award (1996), the Foundation for Exceptional Childrens prestigious "Yes, I Can" Award for 1993 and the Panasonic Sponsored, VSAarts Itzhak Perlman Award (1992).