All of the People, All of the Time
La Plaza Mayor at evening
It seems my secret is out at last. Having worked on Los Fantasmas de la Plaza Mayor for more years than I care to admit, I finally wrestled it into discernible shape. Now, ’tis true that that shape is twenty-four minutes long and comprises four sections without discernible breaks, but I have to confess that I have been somewhat surprised at its reception in some quarters. I will confess in advance that some friends and acquaintances have mentioned its “powerful architecture,” “masterly orchestration”, and fine handling of thematic material, but it is clear that my sins have found me out, for among the faults of the piece are the following:
