Echoes of the Wild: An Evening of Solo Piano
Saturday & Sunday, May 17 – 18 | 7–8:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Saturday & Sunday, May 17 – 18 | 7–8:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Presented in partnership with Juventas New Music Ensemble.
Join pianist Julia Scott Carey for a special solo piano performance of music inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of the country’s national parks and wild spaces. Set in the Garden’s iconic Limonaia conservatory at golden hour, this one-of-a-kind program will take you on a musical journey through the American wilderness – from the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the tranquil seashores of Cape Cod. Featuring music by seven contemporary composers, each piece captures the unique spirit and beauty of nature’s diverse landscapes.
A selection of beer, wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase during the event.
Doors and concessions open at 6:30 PM. Music begins at 7 PM.
Tickets must be reserved in advance. General admission discounts and passes do not apply to this special event. All sales are final.
Early Bird Registration (through April 5, 2025) – 20% off
$20 Member Adult
$28 Adult
$12 Student (must show student ID upon arrival)
General Registration (after April 5, 2025)
$25 Member Adult
$35 Adult
$15 Student (must show student ID upon arrival)
 Photo by Oliver Caplan |
Mountain Toccata by Carson Cooman, inspired by the Appalachian Mountains and folk music |
 Photo by Joshua Tree National Park |
Afterimage by Daroo Lee, inspired by first impressions of the American West, as an immigrant to the U.S. from Korea |
 Photo by Nathan Scalise |
Aqueous Layers by Nathan Scalise, inspired by the ponds of Cape Cod |
 Photo by Stacy Garrop |
At Water’s Edge by Stacy Garrop, inspired by Rocky Mountain National Park |
 Photo by Gwyneth Walker |
Rhythms from the North Country by Gwyneth Walker, inspired by Northern Vermont |
 Photo by Larry Smith |
Variations on This Land is Your Land by Kian Ravaei, a musical journey based on themes from Woody Gurthrie’s iconic tune, exploring what it means today |
 Photo by Oliver Caplan |
Echoes on the Horizon by Oliver Caplan, inspired by the Columbia River Gorge (Oregon), Deschutes National Forest (Oregon) and the Grand Canyon (Colorado) |
FAQs
This event is a formal, sit-down concert experience. The event takes place in the picturesque setting of New England Botanic Garden’s Limonaia conservatory. Seating will be arranged in traditional rows of chairs and guests may select their seats upon arrival on a first-come, first-served basis. Light snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
The concert features pianist Julia Scott Carey performing seven pieces inspired by various national parks and wild areas across the country. Doors and concessions open at 6:30 PM and the performance begins at 7 PM. The performance takes place in two sets, with a 15-minute intermission halfway through the program. The performance will conclude around 8:30 PM.
Doors and concessions open at 6:30 PM and the performance begins at 7 PM. Please plan to arrive no later than 7 PM. Late arrivals will be held at the door until the next applause takes place.
New England Botanic Garden will be closed from 5 PM to 6:30 PM. If you arrive early, please wait in your vehicle until doors open at 6:30 PM.
If you are visiting during general admission hours but have tickets to the concert that evening, we ask that you please exit the property and return at the time listed on your event ticket.
The concert takes place indoors in our Limonaia conservatory. Our outdoor gardens and trails will not be accessible during these evenings.
Drinks and light snacks will be available for purchase during the event. Concessions will be closed throughout the performance but will reopen during the 15-minute intermission approximately halfway through the evening. Menu coming soon. Outside alcohol is not permitted at the Garden.
No, the Garden Shop will not be open during this event.
While we love our furry, four-legged friends, pets are not permitted during special after-hours events like this concert. Service animals are welcome throughout the property during all open hours.
This concert is an indoor event that takes place in all weather conditions. In the case of hazardous weather, New England Botanic Garden may decide to cancel an event. If an event is cancelled, you will be notified by email as soon as possible on the day of your visit and you will receive a full refund for your reservation.
Tickets for this concert are non-refundable and are only valid for the date selected. Tickets can be rescheduled to a different evening of Echoes of the Wild for a $10 fee but only if tickets are still available for a different evening. Ticketholders must call 508-869-6111 x174 to reschedule by 5pm the day before the date on their original ticket.
Plan to arrive between 6:30pm and 7pm. After parking your vehicle, proceed up the path into the Visitors Center. Please have your ticket/confirmation email printed or available to show on your phone for our front desk staff to check you in.
We have a large, well-lit parking lot on site. There is no charge for parking.
Accessible parking is located closest to the building in the first parking lot on the right. You can learn more about accessibility at the Garden here.
If you choose to use Uber, Lyft, or another taxi service, please note that our entry gate on French Drive will close automatically for arriving vehicles at the end of the event. Please plan to be picked up before the property closes at 9:00pm.