PASSING - A California Suite

"Passing: A California Suite" was inspired by the poetry of Los Angeles' first poet-laureate, Eloise Klein-Healy. Each piece is based off of a poem with a similar title, and the overall theme of the entire suite is inspired by "Passing," a poem about the ephemeral beauty of life and the roots that grow deep and outlast generations. The music reflects this in it's heart-wrenching melodies, churning rhythms, and lush textures. It is a deeply emotional journey through the awe-inspiring state of California. 

Cathlene Pineda piano and compositions
Kris Tiner trumpet
Dave Tranchina bass
Paul Kikuchi drums

John Baffa recording & mixing
Nate Wood mastering

Pianist and composer Cathlene Pineda’s newest release, “Passing: A California Suite” for Orenda records, is airy, elegant and haunting. Its conflicting and rich subtleties — including some unexpected stops and starts — are as complex as the conceptual theme that is the foundation for the composition as a whole: the city of Los Angeles.

—Cesario Garasa, The Californian