Good Night (Buenas Noches)

In a sun‑drenched Californian mission garden, a mischievous parrot named Loretta flits among scarlet fuchsias, turning the quiet routine of Padre Alonzo into a lively comedy of misunderstandings. The bird’s bright feathers and stubborn curiosity clash with the priest’s stern warnings, leading to a chorus of half‑Spanish greetings, startled canaries, and a surprise appearance from a dapper companion named Tony. Their banter paints a vivid picture of colonial life, where language, religion, and the natural world collide in humorous, almost musical exchanges.

As the garden’s fragrant blooms swirl around stone walls, another priest, Padre Anzar, arrives armed with a trowel and a knife, hinting at a deeper, more solemn role for the sacred space. Yet even his grim purpose is softened by the ever‑present chatter of Loretta, whose antics keep the atmosphere light and unpredictable. Listeners will be drawn into this charming tableau of birds, clergy, and a garden that seems alive with secret stories.