Review: Flows like music
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 25, 2013
A sad, poignant story of an old man whose hands now fail him as the shakes prevent him from expressing himself with music. The tale unfolds like a melody, starting with the rustling of leaves. We can fairly hear the seductive notes of the piano, the passion of the trumpet, and finally, the blue melody of a solo clarinet. Only music keeps the old man grounded, as he connects everything to his life's passion. I do believe the present confuses him - at one point he thinks some music he hears is Louis Armstrong, then realizes it is Charlie Parker, two distinct musicians playing different instruments. However, when he delves in his memory bank, everything becomes clearer. So much to ponder and take from this short story that packs a punch. Well worth the read.