Barry Thornton Bronze Bust

**Artist **Peter Latona

**Production date **2008

Media Bronze sculpture

Bronze bust on granite plinth, bronze inscription.

Located in Bicentennial Park, Pioneers Parade, Kable Avenue, Tamworth.

Photography by Steve Gonsalves.

Text on plaque:

"Barry Thornton

14.6.1934-28.7.2002

The much loved and admired creator of the

uniquely Australian country bush ballard

lead guitar style, Barry toured and recorded

for 20 years with Slim Dusty. His instrumentals

were the inspiration for meany up and coming

guitarists. Through his recordings, Barry's

work and dedication to his craft will live on

forever.

A gift to the public from the Australian country music fraternity.

Sculpted by Peter Latona, 2007.

Unveiled January 21, 2008."