We have calculated the (p, pi(-)) spectra for calcium isotopes based o
n a two-nucleon pion-production model. In the near-threshold region, t
he observed selective excitation of high-spin states is well explained
. The experimental data are reproduced within a factor of 2-3. In the
higher-energy region, our calculation predicts a pronounced selectivit
y for stretched two-particle-one-hole high-spin states.