The songs on Notes from the Woods were inspired by many days of walks and spending time at various parks and gardens over the years in travels throughout North America, Europe, Asia, South America and especially The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL.- favorite places of mine to spend time, get rejuvenated and learn about the beauty of nature. These are very special places that we need to continue to take care of and cherish. Here are some Notes on what I was thinking about and learning as I wrote these songs.

Enjoy,

Sharon West :)

Album Tracks -- Notes from the Woods

Approximate playing time 60:00 minutes

Music composed, arranged, and performed by Sharon West


1. Life Within Trees (4:21) - A celebration of the gift of life that trees give us, from the oxygen to the sheer beauty and inspiration they provide us everyday.

2. Beauty of the Ginkgo (4:38) - The ginkgo is a very ancient and rare tree, being the only surviving tree of its species which started over 200 million years ago - a truly unique livin