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PERIWINKLE MEMORIES (composer CARLOS BARRIENTOS)
A solo classical guitar piece composed by Honduras-born Carlos Barrientos (b.1954) inspired by the most American of musical stylesùthe blues. Periwinkle Memories, a lightly swinging piece marked by delicate changes in tempo and touch. In explaining the name of the piece, the composer says, ""I was struck by the purplish-hue of the periwinkleà some consider it an invasive weed, most admire its extraordinary beautyàit is a vibrant part of the American landscape, elegant, stubborn, and nearly native. Like the blues."" For the advanced player. Duration: 8' 30
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