What Arbor Day Music with Meadowlark When Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The arboretum is open daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Where Boyce Thompson Arboretum Superior, Ariz. Admission $6, adults; $3, ages 5-12 Contact Information Media: Paul Wolterbeek Boyce Thompson Arboretum 520-689-2723 pwolterb@ag.arizona.edu Public: Recorded Info - 520-689-2811 Related Link(s) Boyce Thompson Arboretm

Enjoy the natural music sounds of Meadowlark floating beneath the canopy of fragrant eucalyptus trees on Earth Arbor Day, April 26, at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. The arboretum is a 320-acre botanical collection managed by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the University of Arizona in Tucson.

Guitarist Rick Cyge and Lynn Trombetta on flutes and pennywhistles share the stories of their wonder of nature in their original compositions inspired by the desert southwest and beyond.

"Much of the music we compose is written in direct response to our experiences in nature," Trombetta explains. "For instance, 'Circle of Giants' was written after spending time deep in the redwood forest and soaking up that awesome energy. The only sounds to be heard were the rustling of pine needles in the breeze and the gentle creaking of the trees. We translated that magnificent experience into music."

A joyful celebration of the wonder and beauty of nature coupled with a unique melding of many cultures, such as Celtic, African and Mediterranean, the music of Meadowlark will transport listeners on their own reflective journeys.

Earth Arbor Day at Boyce Thompson Arboretum includes displays explaining tree care and environmental awareness; events of the day last from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum is about 90 minutes north of Tucson via highways 79 and 60. Founded in 1925, this Arizona State Park is cooperatively managed with the University of Arizona College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and is dedicated to fostering an appreciation for desert plants. Hours are 8-5 daily, admission is $6 for adults and $3 for kids age 5-12.