| As I reflect on the continuous circle of transmission and reception, of bestowal and inheritance, all exists simultaneously in the center of this moment. From this center blooms a flower of gratitude, as I come to know that the designation I call “I” could not be without the help of parents, teachers, friends, and numerous beings, all of whom sit together with me in this great circle.
In this spirit, I wish to dedicate this collection of music to the memory of my mother, Thelma Cline (whose continuation I am), and to my daughter, Naomi Xinwan Padma Cline (who is my continuation), while remembering two percussionist-composer friends who recently passed out of manifestation and whom I miss, Dan Morris and Ron George (whose spirits I choose to continue in my own way), and great ones in the arts of music and of life whose legacy has been left for those who so choose to endeavor to continue. I also wish to honor my teachers by aspiring to be their continuation, that the beauty, wisdom, and inspiration they have transmitted, having been received, may in some small way sustain in the world.
“Fade to Green” is offered in memory of my close friend Dan Morris. “SubMerge” is for the wonderful and inspiring dance duo Eiko & Koma. “On the Bones of the Homegoing Thunder” was inspired by the life and work of Trappist monk, author, poet, and champion of peace Thomas Merton, to whose memory it is dedicated. The title comes from one of his poems.
My profound gratitude goes to the musicians, Jeff (who also made this dream project possible), Myra, Peggy, and Scott. I can’t say enough about what I feel is the magnificence of their contribution. This music is as much theirs as anyone’s, and it continues us all. My thanks to Rich Breen for his incomparable recording artistry, and to Karen Hamilton and Anne Fishbein for their skills in visual beauty. Special thanks also to those who contributed crucial assistance behind the scenes: Karen Cline, John Graves, Christopher Allis, and Peter Erskine. Finally, thank you, listener, for bringing yourself into this circle of continuation.
Alex Cline
Culver City, CA USA May 2008 |
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