by Leo Aristimuño (in the photo)
Premiered in WYBE Public TV 35 (September 2003)
A documentary portrait of Panamanian-born Emiliano Pardo-Tristán, prolific avant garde composer and virtuoso guitarist now permanently established in Philadelphia. Personal anecdotes of Mr. Pardo-Tristán's life as an immigrant in Philadelphia intertwine with his explanation and descriptions of his most recent compositions, his creative process, his artistic goals, and his strong bond to his native Panama. Punctuating and guiding Mr. Pardo-Tristán's story are exclusive performances of his dynamic musical works by the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Trio and a host of other talented Philadelphia musicians.
