Leek vocalist Sarah Miller will be joined by keyboard player Aidan Goldstraw for an evening of songs by the legendary Joni Mitchell at The Foxlowe Arts Centre in Leek on Friday, February 12 at 8pm.

Sarah has made numerous appearances across the Staffordshire Moorlands area as a member of the Steely Dan tribute band Nearly Dan, a member of blues band Chris Bevington & Friends, and also in a number of duos with other local musicians.

Aidan is also a member of Chris Bevington & Friends band, and is also a regular on the North Staffordshire gig circuit, mostly with soul band The Gospel Truth and 70s rock specialists Sam Whiskey's Poison Medicine Band. More info...

Singer/songwriter and mentor to Sam Smith Joanna Eden celebrates the music of her hero Joni Mitchell. With heartfelt reflections on the life of a songwriting pioneer and how they’ve inspired her own songs, Eden is joined by acclaimed pianist Chris Ingham and rising star of bass and guitar Lewis Andrews.Joni is perhaps the most beloved songwriter of all musicians so expect to see players in their element! Joanna has been a singing teacher for 12 years since the parents of her first student begged her to start. That student was Sam Smith, now an international star and highest selling debut artist in the US since records began. She began teaching Sam when he was just ten years old, coached him throughout his childhood and introduced him to songwriting, co-writing and producing his first demo tracks. She is a vocal coach for the popular music and performing arts degree courses at Anglia Ruskin University and hosts her popular ‘Singer to Artist’ workshops all over the UK. More info

“Both Sides Now” is a theatrical presentation of the music of Joni Mitchell, performed live with the Don and Rhonda band, and starring Canadian singer Jenny Allen. The show presents 2 sides of Joni’s music -acoustic folk and progressive rock/jazz. More info

Singer/songwriter and mentor to Sam Smith Joanna Eden celebrates the music of her hero Joni Mitchell. With heartfelt reflections on the life of a songwriting pioneer and how they’ve inspired her own songs, Eden is joined by acclaimed pianist Chris Ingham and rising star of bass and guitar Lewis Andrews.Joni is perhaps the most beloved songwriter of all musicians so expect to see players in their element! Joanna has been a singing teacher for 12 years since the parents of her first student begged her to start. That student was Sam Smith, now an international star and highest selling debut artist in the US since records began. She began teaching Sam when he was just ten years old, coached him throughout his childhood and introduced him to songwriting, co-writing and producing his first demo tracks. She is a vocal coach for the popular music and performing arts degree courses at Anglia Ruskin University and hosts her popular ‘Singer to Artist’ workshops all over the UK. More info

“Both Sides Now” is a theatrical presentation of the music of Joni Mitchell, performed live with the Don and Rhonda band, and starring Canadian singer Jenny Allen. The show presents 2 sides of Joni’s music -acoustic folk and progressive rock/jazz. More info

Desert Island Live is a band of supremely talented musicians who perform live versions of what they consider to be essential albums, from beginning to end. They're first concert featured Joni Mitchell's 'Blue' and 'Court & Spark' in the original track order on the albums (though with their own arrangements and not necessarily in chronological order).

Featuring:
Taylor O'Donnell - vocals
Jonny Peiffer - keys, drums, percussion
Chris Klaxton - trumpet, keys, percussion
Matt Langley - saxes
Nate Therrien - bass
Eric von Oeyen - drums
and more
$16 advance $20 at the door
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Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet we will be performing some of their favorite Joni Mitchell piano compositions! Joni's piano playing and music are equally as special as are her lyrics and guitar playing. Mostly self taught, she didn't follow the patterns of a traditional pianist/composer, which led to some wonderfully unique compositions. We will be playing selections from Ladies of the Canyon, Blue, For the Roses, Court and Spark and The Hissing of Summer Lawns.

Robin Adler-vocals
Dave Blackburn-guitar
Barnaby Finch-piano
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When: Thursday, January 21st 7pm
What: Joni Mitchell's Piano Compositions
Where: Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Rd. Fallbrook, CA 92028. (760) 731-4650
Free admission!
Generously hosted by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library

One of several concerts at Celtic Connections 2016 reflecting the currently hot-button topic of migration – a human phenomenon as old as the race, and indispensible to our cultural evolution – Pilgrimer reimagines Joni Mitchell’s classic 1976 album Hejira, whose Arabic title denotes both the prophet Muhammad’s flight from Mecca to Medina in 622, to escape persecution, and any flight from danger or hostility. Largely written while driving home solo from Maine to LA, Hejira meditates profoundly on what one track calls ‘The Refuge of the Road’, with its flipsides of freedom and loneliness.

Pilgrimer, by the novelist, poet and Scots language champion James Robertson – who’s long drawn inspiration from Mitchell’s canon – audaciously adapts the album into both Scots and a Scottish setting. It’s premièred here by a stellar cast including Dick Gaughan, Karine Polwart, Julie Fowlis and Annie Grace, plus Grammy-winning US guitarist Larry Carlton, who played on Hejira itself, and rising-star bassist Felix Pastorius, whose dad Jaco did.

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Eddie's Attic proudly welcomes back ATL Collective's retelling of Joni Mitchell's shimmering 1971 release Blue. Due to popular demand, there will be an early and a late show. Both will feature Adron, Shana Tucker, Wrenn and Casey Harper playing the album top to bottom. They will also perform an in-the-round featured set of originals. If you've not been to a Collective presentation before, you're missing out on one of our city's finest cultural happenings. ATL Collective handpicks the finest albums and gathers the choicest local and national acts to perform the tracks in sequence. Evenings are often paired with food or beverage hooks and stories about the artist and context for the album's release. Tickets will be gone soon, so get them now. More info.

The Manhattan is holding a Joni Mitchell tribute on December 17, curated by TEEN (who are also performing) with Jen Goma, Damon McMahon (aka Amen Dunes), Xander Duell, Miles Francis, Joan Wasser (Joan As Police Woman), Aerial East, Noah Hecht and Ryan Dugre. It's a suggested $5-10 donation, space is limited and entry is based on a first come first serve basis. 632 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY. More information.

Come hear Joni Mitchell as you know her and as you've never heard her, covered by a fantastic lineup of New York artists who are coming together for one night only to celebrate our lady of the canyon. Featuring songs from the seminal album "Blue", and the best of the rest of her incredible canon!

Hosted by Maddy Wyatt, with musical direction by Scott Davis

FEATURING: Shaleah Adkisson, Bryan Dunn, Bridget Barkan, Halle Petro, Starr Busby, Chrissi Poland, Maddy Wyatt, Julian Fleisher, Abby Ahmad, Jeff Litman, Amy Rivard, David Luther, Mike Errico, Dillon Kondor, Katie Rose Summerfield, David Paarlberg, Phil Pickens, Jared Joseph. More information here

Musicalou Productions and the Isis Music Hall present the North Carolina premiere of Joan & Joni, a tribute to Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell performed by singer/songwriters Allison Shapira and Kipyn Martin on Friday December 11th at 7:00 pm.

In Joan & Joni, Allison and Kipyn will bring to the stage many of Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell’s well-known songs, as well as a few of their lesser-known ones. They will also demonstrate the legends’ impact on their own songwriting and performance. Allison and Kipyn met at the 2013 Northeast Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) conference in Kerhonkson, NY. Both classically trained singers and up-and-coming musicians on the DC-area folk scene, they soon realized their musical influences were similarly shaped by the folk revival music of the 60’s.More info here.

The ECC Arts Center will present "Girls Like Us: The Music of Carole King, Carly Simon, and Joni Mitchell" on Friday, Dec. 11 at the ECC Arts Center. The performance will be held in the Blizzard Theatre, Building H on ECC's Spartan Drive Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Inspired by the book of the same name by Sheila Weller, "Girls Like Us" features three celebrated Chicago performers: Laura Freeman, Beckie Menzie, and Marianne Murphy Orland. Freeman, Menzie, and Orland perform a moving showcase of the music and life stories of Carole King, Carly Simon, and Joni Mitchell -- three iconic singers, rock superstars, and adventures of the heart and soul. More information

The three piece group Shadows and Light are bringing their captivating show on the iconic singer – songwriter Joni Mitchell to the Mill Theatre, Dundrum. Their stunning interpretations of her music are played by vocalist Maura Vambeck, Dave Mulligan on guitar and Paul Enright on keyboard.

The show features songs from the huge Joni repertoire, including classics from the landmark ‘Blue’ album, along with some of the lesser known numbers like Hejira, Secret Place and Hissing of Summer Lawns.

Their hypnotic performance of the lyrics and life of Joni is truly special, bringing you Joan Anderson, the poet, artist and mother. More information

Merideth Kaye Clark playing Joni's album "Blue" from beginning to end.
Mont Chris Hubbard, piano
Clark accompanies herself on dulcimer and guitar.
San Diego, CA
North Coast Repertory Theatre
987 Lomas Sante Fe Drive
Solana Beach CA 92075
7:30pm $22 - tickets
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The songs of Canada’s iconic Joni Mitchell have inspired us through several decades. Gibsons Public Art Gallery is celebrating her work with an invitational exhibition which will draw from the creativity of Sunshine Coast artists, musicians and poets. Using lyrics from her songs as the starting point, artists will create and present works of all kinds. More information.

JONI'S SOUL was formed with an all-star line-up in Summer 2014 to celebrate the brilliant and prolific work of Joni Mitchell. Given that contemporary interest in her music and personal history has never been so strong since her 2001 musical retirement, and the fact she's made it clear there'll be no future live performances, interest and expectation for this show is immense.

The five piece band, led by the beautiful from-the-heart vocals of Gina Foster (Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor) and guitarist Ronnie Johnson (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan), draw on their own emotional response to these songs to look beyond merely the faithful reproduction of the Joni Mitchell songbook and shine a light on the most soulful aspects of her words and music.

Coyote, Hejira, Edith and the Kingpin, The Hissing of Summer Lawns, River, Trouble Child, Help Me and Gina Foster’s gorgeous version of Both Sides Now - it’s through songs like these that the band explore the unique songwriting, harmonic concept and gift of performance Joni Mitchell so enduringly revealed in her iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond … More information here

"This show will be the official release of my recording of A Celebration of Joni Mitchell; Songs by & about her + Stories. I will be accompanied by my bandmates and this late afternoon show will include never before heard originals + some new Joni tunes I've been working on. I hope to see you there and children are most welcome." More info here and here.

On Friday, Nov. 27, Songwriters At Play will be hosting a special tribute concert to celebrate the 72nd birthday of Joni Mitchell. Local musicians and touring artists will cover the hits and misses: Both Sides Now, River, A Case of You, Free Man in Paris, Help Me and many more.

The performers include local harmony trio Chick Tuesday, Julia Mitchell (no relation), Ben Davis of the band Unfinished Business, Kiki Ebsen, Mary Scholz, Aaron Porter, Jim Conroy, and Melanie Statom.

Songwriters At Play concerts are held twice-monthly on Fridays at D’Anbino Cellars, 710 Pine St., Paso Robles. Reservations are highly recommended at (805) 227-6800 ext. 700. Tickets are $12. Show begins at 7 p.m., but attendees are invited to come early for dinner. Food service begins at 6 p.m. More info.

Please join Issa Forrest & Sweet Bird for an intimate concert at Mighty Fine Productions, a beautiful recording studio in Denver's Park Hill neighborhood. Sweet Bird's musicians are Alan Wartes (guitar), Lia Davis (piano), Eric Moon (pedal steel), Bijoux Barbosa (bass), Marc Dalio (drums), Monika Vischer (vocals & flute), Charlotte Braud-Kern (vocals), & Jackie Farrell (vocals).

Advanced Ticket Prices:
$18 general
$15 BYOC (bring your own chair)*
$10 ages 12 & under

Day of Show Ticket Prices:
$20 general
$12 ages 12 & under

*Mighty Fine Production's studio can accommodate more chairs than they own. A limited number of discounted BYOC (bring your own chair) tickets are available for advanced purchase only.

Few artists can rightly be called "icons" of their time and genre. Joni Mitchell is undoubtedly one of them. Her innovative and original music is woven into the very fabric of 20th century American culture. Much more than an entertainer, Mitchell became a treasured voice for millions of fans around the world.

Issa Forrest and Sweet Bird capture the magic and unique sound that so many have come to love through the decades. The band faithfully renders many of Joni's songs, while lovingly reimagining others. This gifted group of musicians truly lives up to the challenge implied in the phrase, "tribute band." Not content to simply "cover" Mitchell's life work, the group delivers the essence of the music and delights audiences with cherished memories.

This show amounts to an evening of time travel through Mitchell's own musical journey from the light and frolicking "Chelsea Morning" to the grounded and contemplative sound of "Sweet Bird."

LOCATION INFORMATION:
Mighty Fine Productions (MFP) is at 5225 E. 38th Avenue in Denver. It's in a warehouse district just north of the Park Hill neighborhood, on the north side of 38th avenue. The building itself has no signs, just a large street address (5225) on the front of the red brick building. There is a liquor store just west (left) of the building. The entrance to MFP is on the east side of the building, and there is no fully accessible entrance -- entry requires going up 6 stair steps (there is a sturdy hand railing). Tickets available here, more info here.

An evening to honor and celebrate Joni Mitchell, "Join in Joni Mitchell" plays songs from eight different albums. Free admittance.

"Join in Joni Mitchell" is:
Laura Sippola, piano & vocal
Peter Engberg, guitar
Tuure Koski, bass
Kepa Kettunen, drums
Joonatan Rautio, tenor saxophone

Wed, 18 November 9:00 pm, Juttutupa, Säästöpankinranta 6, Helsinki Finland. More info here.

Pollyanna Bush Musings on Laura Nyro, Joni Mitchell and Carole King
Musically Minded Academy
Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM (PST) Oakland, CA
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The songs of Canada’s iconic Joni Mitchell have inspired us through several decades. Gibsons Public Art Gallery is celebrating her work with an invitational exhibition which will draw from the creativity of Sunshine Coast artists, musicians and poets. Using lyrics from her songs as the starting point, artists will create and present works of all kinds. More information.

Divine Intervention: The Music of Joni Mitchell
Wednesday, November 11th, 2015, 8:00pm

The Royal Room
5000 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118

Come join some of Seattle's finest musicians in celebrating the legacy of this icon with a cross-genre tribute! Featuring Zachary Rushing(vocals), Steve Treseler (horns), Jackie Sandberg (piano), Geoff Harper (bass) and a string quartet (with arrangements by Matthew Reed) performing the most beloved compositions of the incomparable Joni Mitchell. More information here

A Celebration of Joni Mitchell with Kimberly Ford in Felton (Santa Cruz) at Don Quixote’s 2-4pm. More info here and here

Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet to perform FOR THE ROSES. Dizzy's, San Diego CA. 8pm. Sat Nov 7th (Joni’s birthday) 4275 Mission Bay Drive, San Diego. 858.270.7467

Robin Adler (vocals), Dave Blackburn (guitars) and Barnaby Finch (piano) will perform Joni’s For the Roses album in an intimate setting. More info...

The Joni Project at Still Partners
225 Sea Cliff Ave
Sea Cliff, NY 11579
Saturday, November 7th, 2015 8PM to 11PM

The Joni Project features:
Katie Pearlman - Guitar and vocals
David Berg - Guitar
Mark Mancini - Keys
Dan Erlich - Bass
Alan Lerner - Drums

Merideth Kaye Clark Performs Joni Mitchell’s “Blue” - A concert series where you enter through the Stage Door. On stage only. 60 seats available. Cafe style. Light hors d'oeuvres, no host bar.

Joni Mitchell's Blue (1971) is generally regarded by music critics as one of the greatest albums of all time. In January 2000, The New York Times chose Blue as one of the 25 albums that represented "turning points and pinnacles in 20th-century popular music".

In May, 2015 Merideth Kaye Clark performed the album in its entirety at Portland Center Stage's Ellen Bye Studio. It was such a hit that two additional performances were scheduled. Now it comes to the Columbia Theatre-a perfect addition to the intimacy of the Stage Door Concert series.

Columbia Theatre
1231 Vandercook Way, Longview, WA 98632
7:00pm $30 - tickets
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In celebration of the life and music of the incomparable Joni Mitchell, we've gathered over 20 singers and musicians to showcase a diverse selection of her repertoire for the Fourth Annual Joni Mitchell Tribute Show at the Arcata Playhouse.

Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm. The Performers: Jan Bramlett, Morgan Corviday, Marla Joy, Tim Gray, Jim Lahman, Jon Lewis, Joel Sonenshein, Leslie Quinn, Marcia Mendels, Kate Juliana, Tina Garsen, Julie Froblom, Nola Pierce, Beverly Twist, Les Craig, Rick Park, and Chris Manspeaker.

Tickets available Wildberries, The Works, and online here.

Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon — a river runs through them. And that connection will be explored in a tribute concert, "River," to be presented at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the State Theatre in Zumbrota.

The show mixes songs by the three artists with stories about their lives and careers. "It all flows together like a river," said singer Deb Brown. She's joined by singers Rachel Holder and Jana Anderson in the show.

More information here and here.

Victor sings songs from his new release and features a number of Joni songs as well! More info here.

Debra Mann is concert at 8 PM, in honor of Joni's 72nd birthday. It will be a solo piano and vocal performance by yours truly. It is a sold out event in Barrington, RI. Birthday cake included.

Played from beginning to end in the original keys, Merideth Kaye Clark performs Joni Mitchell's album BLUE, one of the most iconic albums of all time. Get your tickets now for a night of masterful storytelling through song, all happening on our June Havoc stage!

June Havoc Theatre
312 West 36th Street
New York NY 10018
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Played from beginning to end in the original keys, Merideth Kaye Clark performs Joni Mitchell's album BLUE, one of the most iconic albums of all time. Get your tickets now for a night of masterful storytelling through song, all happening on our June Havoc stage!

June Havoc Theatre
312 West 36th Street
New York NY 10018
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Soho Restaurant and Music Club
1221 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 7:30 pm $15.00
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Kiwi songstress Julia Deans is raring to take the stage in Wairarapa once again after many moons away; this time around paying homage to singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell.

The Both Sides Now show will comprise "interpretations of about 15 or 16 of JM's amazing songs", she said, and will also feature guitarist Paul McLaney, multi-instrumentalist Sean "SJD" Donnelly, drummer Tom Broome, and pianist Robin Kelly. More information here.

Sweet Fire: The Joni Mitchell Project features the very best of Mitchell’s songs – from ‘Big Yellow Taxi’, ‘Woodstock’ and ‘Both Sides Now’ to ‘The Jungle Line’ and ‘God Must Be a Boogie Man’. Translated into exquisite Irish by poets Liam Ó Muirthile and Gabriel Rosenstock, they will be performed by singer Caitríona O’Leary. She will be accompanied by Dick Farrelly (guitars), Nick Roth (saxophone), Dave Redmond (bass) and Graham Hopkins (drums). Margaret Lonergan has created stunning screen projections of the lyrics. More info

In 1971, Joni Mitchell released "Blue," a collection of songs Rolling Stone magazine would later rank No. 30 among its 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.

That year, Carole King's "Tapestry," No. 36 on Rolling Stone's list, also came out, eventually spending 15 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard chart and chalking up four Grammy Awards and more than 10 million U.S. sales.

And Carly Simon picked up the 1971 Best New Artist Grammy, before "You're So Vain" dropped in '72 and spawned one of rock and roll's great mysteries— who was she singing about? — on its way to ranking No. 82 on Billboard's Greatest Songs of All Time list.

All of that, and the fact that all three women came into occasionally overlapping orbits around James Taylor — Mitchell as a lover, King as a collaborator, Simon as a wife — is covered in sweeping detail in the 2009 tome, "Girls Like Us: Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon — and the Journey of a Generation."

Some of it is celebrated in "Girls Like Us," a cabaret-style show coming to Park Forest and the Freedom Hall Matinee Theatre series at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13. More info here.

Joni Mitchell Tribute "Blue" Album Sung Live by Brenda Woodrum Folz, October 7th 2015, 8PM, 20th Century Theater, Cincinnati. More info.

Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins and Joan Baez have enjoyed long careers in music as the female faces of folk beginning in the 1960s. Local singer/musician Linda Foster has developed “Stardust & Butterflies” as a musical tribute to the legacy of these amazing singer-songwriters. Linda is joined by vocalist Laura Jean Smillie-Diekmann, Kevin Leib on piano and David Ianni on guitar and Jamison Brooks on drums.

Saturday, September 26 at 7:30 pm with Special Guest Connie Deming. JCC CenterStage, 1200 Edgewood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618; Tickets sales (585) 461-2000 or online at www.JCCcenterstage.org

Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins and Joan Baez have enjoyed long careers in music as the female faces of folk beginning in the 1960s. Local singer/musician Linda Foster has developed “Stardust & Butterflies” as a musical tribute to the legacy of these amazing singer-songwriters. Linda is joined by vocalist Laura Jean Smillie-Diekmann, Kevin Leib on piano and David Ianni on guitar and Jamison Brooks on drums.

Thursday, September 24 at 6:00 pm - Rochester Fringe, Theatre ROCS Stage, Xerox Auditorium, Broad Street at Chestnut. Tickets available at rochesterfringe.com.

Join us for a refreshing night of music as Broadway's newest star, Whitney Bashor, celebrates songstresses of the 1960s and 1970s. Whitney wowed Broadway audiences last season as Marian/Chiara in the new musical The Bridges of Madison County, singing Jason Robert Brown's "Another Life." The Hollywood Reporter even noted, "Strains of 1960s folk run through several numbers, notably 'Another Life' performed by Whitney Bashor with phrasing and flute-like vocals that pay homage to Joni Mitchell." Now see Whitney wow audiences with an electric evening of selections written indeed by Joni Mitchell, Laura Nyro, and other revered female writers of yesteryear. This Clarence Derwent Award winner comes to 54 Below straight from starring in the Broadway-bound musical Beaches in Chicago. More info.

By any definition of the term, singer, songwriter, musician, and producer LAURIE ANTONIOLI is a Big Deal. She’s toured with saxophonist Joe Henderson, collaborated with pianist George Cables, and has served both as Professor of the Vocal Department at KUG University’s Jazz Institute in Austria and as director of the California Jazz Conservatory in Berkeley. See her as a part of JoniFest, more info here.

SOUTH CAROLINA JONIFEST
Swamp Rabbit Lodge
Greenville, South Carolina
Email Bob for more information.

Following the excitement generated in Vermont after Neil Young’s recent performance, Shelburne Vineyard is pleased to present an evening of Neil Young and Joni Mitchell songs by Vermont musicians Ragged Glory and Dawna Hammers. The concert will start at 6 PM on Thursday evening, Sept 3.

Green Pasture Meats will be on hand with their food truck and Shelburne Vineyard wine and Fiddlehead will be available for sale by the glass. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Vermont Family Network.

This concert is family friendly and admission is free. Grounds will open early for picnicking and the concert will go on rain or shine.

Ragged Glory is Vermont’s favorite Neil Young tribute group. Led by the father and son team of Ken and Jesse French, they bring Mr. Young’s music to life with skill and passion. For this performance they will join forces with Dawna Hammers of Shelburne, an accomplished singer and performer who has created a powerful Joni Mitchell tribute. Together they have a huge repertoire of over 80 songs with classics like Sugar Mountain, Cowgirl in the Sand and Heart of Gold; Both Sides Now, Circle Game, Big Yellow Taxi and Woodstock. In addition, Ragged Glory also performs material from the entire spectrum of Mr. Young’s 50-year career, including the new Monsanto Years album. Celebrate live, local music and enjoy the great songs of these musical legends by local singers right here in VT

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Kimberly Ford plays the music of Joni Mitchell
SARA BALBIN'S Dragonfly Studios
"Girls' Night Out"
Drummond, Wisconsin
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Shadows & Light: Celebrating Joni Mitchell
Wednesday, August 26th, 8pm

C'mon Everybody - 325 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY As Joni Mitchell, the iconic songstress, poet, and painter, recovers from a recent brain aneurysm in her home in Canada, we are sending a musical get-well card her way from NYC. Artists who have been influenced by her work are coming together to celebrate our lady of the canyon, featuring the seminal album "Blue" in its entirety, and the best of the rest of her incredible canon.

Come hear Joni as you know her and as you've never heard her, and join us in sending love and light her way. --

Hosted by Maddy Wyatt, with musical direction by Scott Davis

Artists include:
Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent) Angelica Allen (My Midnight Heart)
Phil Pickens
Bryan Dunn
Bridget Barkan
Alfonso Velez (The Yells)
Halle Petro & the Jilt
Starr Busby
Pamela Martinez (Teletextile)
Mike Errico
Akie Bermiss
Abby Ahmad (Fife & Drom)
Dave Paarlberg (The Hollows)
John Brodeur
Sean Cronin
Jeff Litman
Amy Rivard
Molly Mastrangelo
Joelle Lurie
Dillon Kondor
Grace McLean
Dave Luther
Julian Fleisher
Paul Wyatt
Emily Fellner Zeig
and more...

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Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet to perform MINGUS. Idyllwild Jazz in the Pines, Idyllwild CA. Starts at Noon, Sunday Aug 16th, 52500 Temecula Drive, Idyllwild CA. 951-500-4090

Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet will perform Joni Mitchell's Mingus album with San Diego’s top jazz musicians:Robin Adler - (vocals), Dave Blackburn (guitars), Duncan Moore - (drums), Joshua White - (piano), Tripp Sprague - (saxophone) and Rob Thorsen - (bass). More info...

COURTHOUSE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
3481 Kingstown Rd, West Kingston, RI
(401) 782-1018
Friday, August 14, 2015 8 PM
THE MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL
DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS
DINO GOVONI-SAX
STEVE DECONTI-GUITAR
DAVE ZINNO-BASS
CASEY SCHEUERELL-DRUMS
Tickets $20
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THE PARK THEATER, Hayward, WI
"JONI AND JAZZ"
Kimberly Ford & Kim Richmond play the music of Joni Mitchell and original jazz compositions by grammy nominee Richmond Hayward, Wisconsin
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Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet to perform THE PIANO MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL. Encinitas Library, 2pm, Sunday, August 2nd, 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas California 92024. 1-760-753-7376 . Price: Free Admission
Robin Adler (vocals)
Barnaby Finch (piano)
Dave Blackburn (guitar and percussion)
We will be performing some of our favorite Joni Mitchell piano compositions in a beautiful room overlooking the Pacific. Real good for free. More info...

A 6-time Grammy Nominee as both a recording artist and arranger, Tierney Sutton is often described as “a singer’s singer,” but just as often, she is described as a “musician’s singer” who uses her voice like an instrument.

Most recently, Tierney received her 5th consecutive Grammy Nomination for “Best Jazz Vocal Album” for her latest project, “After Blue,” an intimate, jazz-inspired re-imagining of the legacy of Joni Mitchell. The album, which is Sutton’s first solo outing without her longtime Band, features Al Jarreau, Hubert Laws, Peter Erskine, Larry Goldings, Serge Merlaud, Kevin Axt and The Turtle Island Quartet. More info

Join us for a special evening celebrating the work of Joni Mitchell, one of the most innovative and inspiring artists of our time. This night will pay tribute to two of her masterpiece records, 1971's Blue and 1976's Hejira. Philadelphia musician, singer, and songwriter Joshua Thomas will be performing these albums in their entirety, with the help of a few musical guests.

Brenda Folz started singing professionally 45 years ago, and for almost as long she’s been an admirer of Joni Mitchell’s classic 1971 album Blue. This Sunday evening at Northside’s Urban Artifact, she will perform it live – start to finish – in a long-planned tribute concert. more info

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Blake Pfeil in The BBC, 1970 on Saturday, July 25. On October 9, 1970, the BBC aired Joni Mitchell in Concert, an intimate and acoustic portrait that spotlighted several of her career-defining songs, including "Chelsea Morning," "Big Yellow Taxi," and "Both Sides Now."

In his 54 Below debut, up-and-coming singer/songwriter Blake Pfeil set up a challenge for himself: to pen and perform a new song as a mirrored response to each of the songs sung by Ms. Mitchell during the famed BBC broadcast. An eclectic walk between the realms of folk and pop, Mr. Pfeil's theatrically-charged melodic and poetic sensibilities weave a modern tapestry that examines humanity's continued search for joy.

The evening is co-conceived and directed by Ms. Sharone Halevy, in her subsequent 54 Below debut.

Villa Jenkins House Concerts: Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet to perform BLUE AND BEYOND. 8pm Sat July 11th, 14813 Old Creek Rd, San Diego CA, (858) 449-1766. Mutts of the Planet will be performing Blue in its entirety, plus a set of later Joni material at a cool outdoor house concert in San Diego. With Ed Kornhauser on keyboads and Rick Schmidt on steel guitar and bass. More info.

Kimberly Ford has created "A Celebration of Joni Mitchell," a group of World Class musicians with a shared passion for Joni's music -and the chops to pull it off. The band includes George Friedenthal on keys; Lee Rollag on guitar; Tom Buckner on saxophone; Tom Etchart on bass, and Charles Levin on drums. They perform songs from every decade of Joni's career. More info here

Join Laurie for an intimate evening at MYoga of when she will share music, stories and insights inspired by Joni Mitchell. Get a peak at the personal artistic process that resulted in music that is being pointed to as some of the most successful interpretations Mitchell compositions recorded to date:

"...two attempts to make Joni Mitchell's music anew have been hugely successful. The first is Herbie Hancock's partly instrumental one, River: The Joni Letters and now the amazing recording by the ineffable Laurie Antonioli, Songs of Shadow, Songs of Light."– Raul DeGama

Laurie will be joined by her musical partner, pianist Matt, a “Joniphile” who has been deeply involved with the project. They will perform, discuss the creative process and also invite the audience to sing along and share their own personal “Joni Stories.” More info here

Ereni Sevasti Sings Joni Mitchell: Stepping Out of Blue, NYC, June 20, 9:30pm

Following 2 sold out performances in March, Ereni is back for one night only. Accompanying herself on guitar, dulcimer and piano, Ereni draws you into an immersive experience while singing through the entire BLUE album and spinning some Joni stories. Boo Reiners on guitar and Eliran Avni on piano.

Saturday, June 20, 9:30pm
Stage 72Stage 72
158 West 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023
Tickets here
DISCOUNT CODE: JONIFRIENDS
Event page on Facebook

A salute to singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell will be performed Monday in the Omaha Community Playhouse’s Scott Lobby.

“Prairie Girl — A Tribute to Joni Mitchell” is part of the Playhouse’s alternative programming series. The 7:30 p.m. event is free and open to the public. Donations will be taken.

Mitchell, known as a folk, blues and jazz singer, wrote or performed hits including “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Both Sides Now,” “The Circle Game,” “Free Man in Paris” and “Help Me.” Her 1970s albums “Blue” and “Court and Spark” are considered classics.

Vocals for the Playhouse tribute will be by Camille Metoyer Moten, Abby Stewart and Natalie Thomas. Playhouse music director Jim Boggess will serve as pianist and host, accompanied by Clarke Edson on bass, Vince Krysl on drums and George Laughrey on guitar. No tickets or reservations are necessary.

Saturday, June 13th at 7:00 pm
Mighty Fine Productions
5225 E. 38th Ave
Denver, CO 80207
with special guest Ron Miles
$17.50 advanced tickets
$20 at the door
$8 ages 1

Few artists can rightly be called “icons” of their time and genre. Joni Mitchell is undoubtedly one of them. Her innovative and original music is woven into the very fabric of 20th century American culture. Much more than an entertainer, Mitchell became a treasured voice for millions of fans around the world.

Issa Forrest and Sweet Bird capture the magic and unique sound that so many have come to love through the decades. The band faithfully renders many of Joni’s songs, while lovingly reimagining others. This gifted group of musicians truly lives up to the challenge implied in the phrase, “tribute band.” Not content to simply “cover” Mitchell’s life work, the group delivers the essence of the music and delights audiences with cherished memories.

This show amounts to an evening of time travel through Mitchell’s own musical journey — from the light and frolicking “Chelsea Morning” to the grounded and contemplative sound of “Sweet Bird.”

Featuring:
Issa Forrest (vocals)
Lia Davis (piano, accordion, keyboards)
Eric Moon (pedal steel guitar)
Alan Wartes (guitar)
Marc Dalio (drums)
Gonzalo Teppa (bass)
Monika Vischer (vocals & flute)
Charlotte Braud-Kern (vocals)
Jackie Farrell (vocals)
Ron Miles (cornet) - Saturday June 13th

Issa Forrest & Sweet Bird perform the music of Joni Mitchell
Friday, June 12th at 7:00 pm
Unitarian Universalist Church of Boulder
5001 Pennsylvania Ave.
Boulder, CO 80303
$12.50 advanced tickets
$15 at the door
$8 ages 12 & under

The Fold presents a Joni Mitchell Tribute, June 10th, featuring Victoria Williams, Rodrigo Amarante, Mia Doi Todd, Kadhja Bonet, Sierra Swan, Petra Haden, The Haden Triplets, John C Reilly, Avi Buffalo, Henry Wolfe, Kelly Jones, Honey Child, Aaron Embry, Jade Castrinos and more TBA. Proceeds from the event will support the Young Musicians Fund and the IMC's relief in Nepal. This special tribute to Joni Mitchell will take place 7:00 pm at Bootleg HiFi, 2220 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90057 Tickets can be purchased here.

Tuesday 9th June at The Half Moon Putney, 93 Lower Richmond Road, London SW15 1EU £10 / £12

JONI'S SOUL was formed with an all-star line-up in Summer 2014 to celebrate the brilliant and prolific work of Joni Mitchell. Given that contemporary interest in her music and history has never been so strong since her 2001 musical retirement, and the fact she's made it clear there'll be no future live performances, interest and expectation for these UK shows is immense.

The five piece band, led by the beautiful from-the-heart vocals of Gina Foster (Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor) and guitarist Ronnie Johnson (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan), draw on their own emotional response to these songs to look beyond merely the faithful reproduction of the Joni Mitchell songbook and shine a light on the most soulful aspects of her words and music.

Coyote, Hejira, Edith and the Kingpin, The Hissing of Summer Lawns, River, Trouble Child, Help Me and Gina Foster’s gorgeous version of Both Sides Now - it’s through songs like these that the band explore the unique songwriting, harmonic concept and gift of performance Joni Mitchell so enduringly revealed in her iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond …

With
Gina Foster (vocals) - Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor
Ronnie Johnson (guitar) - Van Morrison, Bob Dylan
Graham Harvey (keyboards) - Incognito, George Benson
Jonathan Noyce (bass) - Jethro Tull, Gary Moore
Richard Bailey (drums) - Stevie Winwood, Jeff Beck

Joni’s Soul with Hejira - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGYQPcZwJXo&feature=share

Debra Mann returns with her band to Sandywoods to pay tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell. Debra has performed throughout the northeast corner of the US for 3 decades, and was deeply influenced by the music of Joni Mitchell from her folk years through her exploration into jazz. Debra’s band features the mega talents of Dino Govoni (sax), Steve DeConti (guitar), Marty Ballou (bass), & Marty Richards (drums). Together they interpret the iconic music of Joni Mitchell through a jazz lens.

Kristen Graves will be opening the concert. Kristen is a singer/songwriter and humanitarian from Fairfield, CT, serving as the current Connecticut State Troubadour. Recently mentioned as ‘the new generation of folk’ by the New York Times, Kristen performs approximately 175 shows a year throughout the country. Returning to Sandywoods, Kristen will be performing to honor Joni Mitchell and support her friend, Debra Mann. She’ll be performing a combination of Joni pieces as well as her own. The audience will be invited to sing, laugh, cry, and enjoy each other as Kristen shares the stories behind her music - from sharing the Lincoln Center stage with Peter Yarrow, to sharing lentil soup and conversation with Pete Seeger - this is a wonderful way to start off a wonderful night!

Sunday, June 7, 2015 7:00 PM

Sandywoods Center for the Arts
43 Muse Way
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 816-5600

FEATURING:
DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS
DINO GOVONI-SAX
STEVE DeCONTI-GUITAR
DAVE ZINNO-BASS
MARTY RICHARDS-DRUMS

Tickets: $15/advance $18/day of show
More info

Kimberly Ford has created "A Celebration of Joni Mitchell," a group of World Class musicians with a shared passion for Joni's music -and the chops to pull it off. The band includes George Friedenthal on keys; Lee Rollag on guitar; Tom Buckner on saxophone; Tom Etchart on bass, and Charles Levin on drums. They perform songs from every decade of Joni's career. More info here

Friday 5th June at Trading Boundaries, Sheffield Green, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 3RB £15 - £45

JONI'S SOUL was formed with an all-star line-up in Summer 2014 to celebrate the brilliant and prolific work of Joni Mitchell. Given that contemporary interest in her music and history has never been so strong since her 2001 musical retirement, and the fact she's made it clear there'll be no future live performances, interest and expectation for these UK shows is immense.

The five piece band, led by the beautiful from-the-heart vocals of Gina Foster (Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor) and guitarist Ronnie Johnson (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan), draw on their own emotional response to these songs to look beyond merely the faithful reproduction of the Joni Mitchell songbook and shine a light on the most soulful aspects of her words and music.

Coyote, Hejira, Edith and the Kingpin, The Hissing of Summer Lawns, River, Trouble Child, Help Me and Gina Foster’s gorgeous version of Both Sides Now - it’s through songs like these that the band explore the unique songwriting, harmonic concept and gift of performance Joni Mitchell so enduringly revealed in her iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond …

With
Gina Foster (vocals) - Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor
Ronnie Johnson (guitar) - Van Morrison, Bob Dylan
Graham Harvey (keyboards) - Incognito, George Benson
Jonathan Noyce (bass) - Jethro Tull, Gary Moore
Richard Bailey (drums) - Stevie Winwood, Jeff Beck

Joni’s Soul with Hejira - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGYQPcZwJXo&feature=share

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Jessica Molaskey, singing your favorites of Joni Mitchell. Saturday, May 30, 2015 8:00 PM at Victoria Theater. Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) Hear Molaskey's exciting interpretations of all your Joni Mitchell favorites, from "Blue" to "Big Yellow Taxi," accompanied by world-class musicians and special guest vocalists Madeleine Pizzarelli and Julia Gargano.

This performance of Jonathan's Choice: An Evening of Music and Conversation, which takes place before a live audience, will be taped for future broadcast on The Jonathan Channel and WNYC 93.9FM.

Jessica Molaskey has appeared in a dozen Broadway shows and is a favorite on the cabaret circuit. She frequently shares the spotlight with her husband, jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli. She has sung in concert from Lincoln Center to Carnegie Hall to the Montreal and Monterey jazz festivals, and has premiered music written by Stephen Sondheim, Ricky Ian Gordon, Jason Robert Brown and others.

Kimberly Ford has created "A Celebration of Joni Mitchell," a group of World Class musicians with a shared passion for Joni's music -and the chops to pull it off. The band includes George Friedenthal on keys; Lee Rollag on guitar; Tom Buckner on saxophone; Tom Etchart on bass, and Charles Levin on drums. They perform songs from every decade of Joni's career. More info here

Shadows and Light are captivating audiences with their intimate show on the iconic singer – songwriter Joni Mitchell, recently receiving a standing ovation from a sell-out crowd in the Black Box Theatre, Belfast as part of the Out to Lunch Festival 2015. Their stunning interpretations are played by vocalist Maura Vambeck, Dave Mulligan on guitar and Paul Enright on keyboard.

The show features songs from the huge Joni repertoire, including classics from the landmark ‘Blue’ album, along with some of the lesser known numbers like Hejira, Secret Place and Hissing of Summer Lawns.

Their hypnotic performance of the lyrics and life of Joni is truly special, bringing you Joan Anderson, the poet, artist and mother. If you like Joni, you will love this. Ticket info

THE SUZANNE SHERIDAN BAND - Performing the Music of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen at The Amazing Things Art Center in Framingham, MA on Saturday May 16. Suzanne is very excited to have completed her dream of recording the music of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. She wants to share her love for Joni and Leonard and create new fans for their music andf their poetry and lyrical wisdom that gets under your skin and becomes a part of you….forever. This is now an inter-generational love affair for truly great and deep music. Tickets $18.00 ($17.00 Students/Seniors; $15.00 Amazing Members; $9 children under 12) more info.

Ereni Sevasti recently premiered her show "Ereni Sevasti Sings Joni Mitchell: Stepping Out of BLUE" at the Triad Theater in NYC. New dates planned for early June. She is currently reprising her roles as Suze Rotolo, Joan Baez and Carolyn Hester in a new musical SEARCH: PAUL CLAYTON coming to NYC in May. Ereni's credits include JACQUES BREL RETURNS (Triad Theater, NY), THE BACCHAE (Delacorte Theater, NY), and Lill in CARNIVAL! (Kennedy Center, Washington D.C.). More info on this event

The SF Jazz Center in San Francisco on May 8, 2015, is presenting Joni with a Lifetime Achievement Award which will be presented by Wayne Shorter for all of her work with all the different jazz musicians she has worked with over the years. There will be an all-star band to play her music. The musicians include musical directors Brian Blade and Jon Cowherd, with Kris Kristofferson, Joe Jackson, Patti Austin, Kurt Elling, Tom Scott, Mark Isham and Laurie Antonioli interpreting Joni's music. For all the details check out the SF Jazz Center's website sfjazz.org.

Kimberly Ford has created "A Celebration of Joni Mitchell," a group of World Class musicians with a shared passion for Joni's music -and the chops to pull it off. The band includes George Friedenthal on keys; Lee Rollag on guitar; Tom Buckner on saxophone; Tom Etchart on bass, and Charles Levin on drums. They perform songs from every decade of Joni's career. More info here

Kimberly Ford has created "A Celebration of Joni Mitchell," a group of World Class musicians with a shared passion for Joni's music -and the chops to pull it off. The band includes George Friedenthal on keys; Lee Rollag on guitar; Tom Buckner on saxophone; Tom Etchart on bass, and Charles Levin on drums. They perform songs from every decade of Joni's career. More info here

FEATURING: DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS, DINO GOVONI-SAX, STEVE DECONTI-GUITAR, DAVE ZINNO-BASS, MARTY RICHARDS-DRUMS.

Chan's, 267 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI (401) 765-1900. more info

'I’ve Been To Sea Before' continues every Wednesday in April at 8pm. It is part of Salty Brine’s Spectacular Living Record Collection, currently in residence at The Red Room, 85 E 4th Street (between 2nd and 3rd Ave.) Directed by Jaki Bradley, starring Salty Brine, featuring Ian Axness and Brent Arnold, with costume design by One-Half Nelson, sound design by Isaac Jones, and lighting design by Michael McGee. Tickets available here. More info

Shadows and Light perform the music and stories of Joni Mitchell. Seamus Ennis Arts Centre, The Naul, Co. Dublin. Saturday 4th April 2015, Doors 8.00pm, Tickets €10-13 Audiences are in for a treat in the lovely intimate setting of the Seamus Ennis Centre when Shadows and Light perform their show on the music and life of Joni Mitchell.

Shadows and Light are captivating audiences with their interpretations and recently received a standing ovation at a sold-out Black Box Theatre in Belfast.

The show features songs from the huge Joni repertoire, including classics from the landmark ‘Blue’ album, along with some of the lesser known numbers like Hejira, My Secret Place and Hissing of Summer Lawns.

The show is also interspersed with interesting stories about her life, lyrics and loves.

Shadows and Light are vocalist Maura Vambeck, Dave Mulligan on guitar and Paul Enright on keyboard.

To get a flavour of Shadows and Light, listen to their performance of Both Sides Now in Belfast Cathedral for Culture Night 2014.

Lots more songs and information on the website at and on Facebook.

Their hypnotic performance of the music and life of Joni is truly special, bringing you Joan Anderson, the poet, artist and mother.

Melissa Fulkerson presents A Tribute to Joni Mitchell as her Masters recital in music. All Joni music, interpreted and arranged by Melissa. Performance is at Capistrano Hall at Sacramento State University, Friday, April 3 at 7PM. More info

Ereni Sevasti Sings Joni Mitchell: Stepping Out of Blue, NYC,
Thursday, March 26th 7pm
Sunday, March 29th 5pm
Stage 72
158 West 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023
More info...

Omaha Performing Arts presents Tierney Sutton “After Blue” The Joni Mitchell Project in the Scott Recital Hall at the Holland Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 27, at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of the show, and are available at TicketOmaha.com, 402.345.0606 or at the Ticket Omaha Office inside the Holland Center, 1200 Douglas St. Sutton’s performance is a part of the 2014/15 1200 Club Series. More Info

A very special evening Saturday March 14 at the Nehalem Beehive, 35870 7th Street (Hwy 101) in downtown Nehalem, 7 to 9:30 pm, doors open at 6 pm. All of the performers are current or former “coasties” and fans of Joni Mitchell’s music, Sedona Kelly Marie, Maia Holliday, Cathy Tippin, Sarah Archer, Maggie Kitson, LaNicia Williams and friends. The venue, The Nehalem Beehive is a very special local business and with teas, coffee, treats, on-tap kombucha, soups and chocolates will be available the evening of the concert. Doors open at 6pm if you want to get an early seat. $10.00 suggested donation, with proceeds to Beyond Toxics www.beyondtoxics.org -- a non-profit organization that has been assisting us here all along the coast of Oregon in our struggle to limit aerial pesticide applications on forest lands adjacent to villages and drinking water watersheds, to keep toxic chemicals from our drinking water, air, soil, food, to protect wildlife and bees.

6th Annual Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert
Community School of Music and Arts
330 E. MLK / State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
Saturday, March 7, 2015; 7:00 – 10:00 pm

Featuring:
Joe Crookston | Sue Tierney McNamara | Molly Mac Millan | Christine Evans & Eric Miller |Colleen Kattau | Joe Gaylord | FIVE 2 | Sally Ramirez | Maggie Whitehead | Laura Peters & Sergio Pedro | Alice Saltonstall | Ephemera | Susie Terwilliger | Patti Witten & Sera Smolen | Rachel Ozols | Joannalyn Delacruz

Proceeds benefit scholarships for CSMA students.
Video of Colleen Kattau and friends from last year’s event

Laurie Antonioli revisits an early musical influence with her recent recording, Songs of Shadow, Songs of Light, an exploration of Joni Mitchell’s songwriting. The project has been praised for Antonioli’s original approach and instinctive sense of musicality, avoiding any direct duplication of Mitchell’s oeuvre. Instead, she has come up with her own inventive arrangements while staying true to the heart of Mitchell’s songs. AllAboutJazz writes: “It is not hyperbole to say that Laurie Antonioli is emerging as the most important vocalist, let alone jazz vocalist, this decade.”

$20/Adv $25/Door (admission tax and service charge additional)
Doors and dinner beginning at 6:00 PM
Laurie's website, ticket info.

Debra Mann Quintet
Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Thursday, February 12, 2015, 8 PM

Narrows Center for the Arts
16 Anawan Street
Fall River, MA 02721
(508) 324-1926
FEATURING:
DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS
DINO GOVONI-SAXOPHONE
STEVE DeCONTI-GUITAR
DAVE ZINNO-BASS
MARTY RICHARDS-DRUMS
Tickets: $22 Advance | $25 Day of Show

LONDON Sunday 8th February - it's the legendary Half Moon Putney where JONI'S SOUL set out again to shine a light on the most soulful aspects of Joni's words and music. Some of UK's finest players reunite for a celebration of the unique songwriting, harmonic concept and gift of performance revealed in those iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond … sublime vocals from Gina Foster (Sinead O'Connor, Eric Clapton), beautiful guitar playing by Ronnie Johnson (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan) with Jim Watson – keyboards (Manu Katché, Paloma Faith), John McKenzie – bass (David Bowie, Everything But The Girl), Paul Beavis – drums (Andy Fairweather Low, Thea Gilmore) + Mim Grey, Kevin Leo special guest singers. This video is from the band's debut performance last Summer - and it's a great sound! Venue and ticket details here and here

Back to the Garden celebrates folk-rock trailblazers Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro. Challenged by the traditional images of women in the music industry, they bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines of popular music. These prolific singer-songwriters paved the way for women in music, art and life. Back to the Garden pays tribute to these women, their influence and inspiration. Featuring Melissa Hammans (Company, Smokey Joe's Cafe), Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent), and Maddy Wyatt (Band of Wyatt). Directed by Amy Jones (Good Ol' Girls, Broadway Backwards). Musical Direction by Debra Barsha (Jersey Boys, Radiant Baby). More info

A Celebration Of Joni Mitchell
Featuring: Kimberly Ford- vocals, guitar
George Friedenthal- vocals, keyboard & Dr. Adam Booker, bass
Sat. Jan. 24th 7:30PM
Park Theater
Hayward, Wisconsin
More info

THE PHILLY LOCAL JONI MITCHELL TRIBUTE AT WORLD CAFE LIVE
Saturday, January 17, 2015
Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm
World Cafe Live Philadelphia - Upstairs
$10.00 - $12.00
More info

Kimberly Ford- vocals, guitar, dulcimer
George Friedenthal- piano, keyboard- vocals
Lee Rollag- guitar, violin, vocals
Tom Etchart- double bass and electric bass
Charles Levin- drums
Doors: 6:00 pm / Show: 7:00 pm $12.00. More info

ON A LONELY ROAD...TRAVELIN' WITH JONI
Remy Block sings the songs of Joni MItchell

An evening of Joni's songs interwoven with personal stories of self-discovery through wandering: a map exploring internal and external landscapes…personal and poetic, it is a Joni-inspired journey that I hope will allow you to spend some time wandering territory both familiar and mysterious, visiting old favorite haunts and new (swingin') hot spots.

Director Raquel Cion , Musical director Gregory Tororian

Thursday November 13 at 7pm
Saturday November 15 at 4pm

DON'T TELL MAMA
343 West 46th St, NYC 10036
RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED:
212.757.0788 (AFTER 4PM)
DontTellMamaNYC.com
$15 + two-drink minimum

On the day after Joni Mitchell’s 71st birthday, San Diego based band, Robin Adler and Mutts Of The Planet present “Mingus” – the extraordinary 1979 collaboration between Joni Mitchell and Charles Mingus. It was to be Mingus’ farewell project before his passing, and it created much controversy among Mitchell’s fans who were unprepared for her full embrace of the jazz artform. It began her long association with Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Peter Erskine and cemented her status as an uncompromising artist forever. San Diego’s top jazz musicians, Joshua White, Tripp Sprague, Rob Thorsen, and Duncan Moore will join Robin Adler and Dave Blackburn for this special concert 8PM at Dizzy’s in San Diego – $20 cover More info.

That's right, we're doing it again! In celebration of the life and music of the incomparable Joni Mitchell, we've gathered over 20 singers and musicians to showcase a diverse selection of her repertoire.

This show is not to be missed, and WILL sell out! TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT THE WORKS, WILDBERRIES, PEOPLE'S RECORDS, AND THE PLAYHOUSE!!

NOTE: There will be NO phone reservations for this show. You must purchase a physical ticket!

Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

The Performers: Jan Bramlett, Morgan Corviday Hollis (aka Magpie), Marla Joy, Tim Gray, Andrea Zvaleko & John Ludington, Joel Sonenshein, Brisa Roche, Lauren Norgeot, Sarah Torres, Leslie Quinn, and MORE... More info here

A tribute to Joni Mitchell on her 71th birthday in conjunction with the record release of the album "Heart and Mind" by Lara Puglia. Master Class and concert, with Lara Puglia: voice, Roberto Monti: electric guitar, Fabio Casali: acoustic guitar. Readings by Valentina Tosi. More info here and here

Sat, Oct 4 9:30pm Doors 8:45pm Buy Tickets *Tickets on the day of performance after 2:00pm are only available by calling 646.476.3551.

After a sold out performance this spring, Back to the Garden returns to 54 Below! Back to the Garden celebrates folk-rock trailblazers Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro. Challenged by the traditional images of women in the music industry, they bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines of popular music. These prolific singer-songwriters paved the way for women in music, art and life. Back to the Garden pays tribute to these women, their influence and inspiration. Featuring Melissa Hammans (Company, Smokey Joe’s Cafe), Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent), and Maddy Wyatt (Band of Wyatt). Directed by Amy Jones (Good Ol’ Girls, Broadway Backwards). Musical Direction by Debra Barsha (Jersey Boys, Radiant Baby). More info

Fearless Bay Area vocalist Laurie Antonioli has never shied away from plunging into jazz’s deepest pools. She’s raced through bebop steeplechases with cult saxophonist Pony Poindexter, collaborated with Bobby McFerrin during his formative San Francisco years, performed and collaborated with tenor sax legend Joe Henderson, and recorded a breathtaking duo album with pianist Richie Beirach, just for starters. With her latest project, Songs of Shadow, Songs of Light, Antonioli plumbs new emotional depths exploring her earliest musical inspiration, the vividly confessional songs of Joni Mitchell.

An internationally acclaimed jazz singer and influential educator, Antonioli doesn’t just interpret Mitchell’s music, she unveils unexpected emotional insights and uncovers submerged musical ideas while turning each song into her own revelatory tale. “Joni’s music is such a part of me, it’s like a second skin,” says Antonioli. “So is jazz, of course, but this goes even deeper. It’s where I started. You can hear how much she has influenced me now that I’ve come out with this recording.”

Mitchell’s songs have been so widely embraced by jazz singers in recent years that her music is ready for inclusion as the most contemporary chapter of the American Songbook. Part of what sets Songs of Shadow, Songs of Light apart is that Antonioli approaches Mitchell’s music as a jazz artist who leads a working band that, together, retains their group sound while also paying homage to a widely-known repertoire of music. This same band is also featured on her critically acclaimed 2010 album American Dreams (Intrinsic Music).

This concert will celebrate the release of Songs of Shadow, Songs of Light (Origin Records). The band on the recording is also the same band that will be on stage for a set of music featuring songs from the new CD. Joni Mitchell fans have attended the sold out “Joni” shows and have loved the new spin on familiar songs like “Woman of Heart and Mind,” “Both Sides Now,” and “River,” to name a few. The jazz musicians in the band are among the most revered in the Bay Area and are composers, bandleaders and first call sidemen. Together, the “American Dreams Band” is a cohesive, exciting and passionate collection of musicians – together creating a soundscape that enhances Ms. Antonioli’s interpretations of songs that defined a generation.

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19th September 2014 CULTURE NIGHT 8PM at Tipperary County Museum, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary

Award-winning singer, Edel Meade and the legendary guitarist, Dick Farrelly pay tribute to the iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, Joni Mitchell performing an eclectic blend of Mitchell's back catalogue including songs from 'Blue', 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns' and 'Court and Spark'.

6th September 2014 Doors 7.30PM Set Theatre, Kilkenny, Ireland

Award-winning singer, Edel Meade and the legendary guitarist, Dick Farrelly pay tribute to the iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, Joni Mitchell performing an eclectic blend of Mitchell's back catalogue including songs from 'Blue', 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns' and 'Court and Spark'.

5th September 8PM at Theatre Royal, Waterford, Ireland

Award-winning singer, Edel Meade and the legendary guitarist, Dick Farrelly pay tribute to the iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, Joni Mitchell performing an eclectic blend of Mitchell's back catalogue including songs from 'Blue', 'The Hissing of Summer Lawns' and 'Court and Spark'.

Internationally celebrated, Singer, Songwriter, Novelist, Coach on ‘The Voice of Ireland’, former lead performer with Van Morrison’s Blues & Soul Revue for six years, featured Lead Performer in Riverdance on Broadway for nine months in an especially tailored role at the request of the composer Bill Whelan, Brian Kennedy returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August 2014 to showcase his latest album and labour of love. More info

Featuring: Don Byron, world renowned Clarinetist and Saxophone... Zachary Alford, Drummer for Davie Bowie and Bruce Springsteen... Veronica Nunn, Vocalist and member of Michael Franks Band for 20 years... Scott Petito Award winning Producer (James Taylor, Mercury Rev) and Bassist for the Legendary rock group the Fugs... Josh Colow, Guitars, member of the Crowmatix and european singing sensation!... Amy Fradon and Leslie Ritter, Woodstock super heroes and internationally known for their hit single “Your Move” by Yes… Christine Spero, Vocalist, Pianist and creator of “Spero plays Nyro" a fantastic Laura Nyro retrospective concert... Adrien Reju fantastic up and coming new singer songwriter with a “buzz” and Last but not Least… Woodstock’s own Julie Last, Singer/Songwriter who also engineered recordings for Joni with some cool stories to share.

$20 Advance / $25 At The Door - General Admission
More info

Back to the Garden celebrates folk-rock trailblazers Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro. Challenged by the traditional images of women in the music industry, they bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines of popular music. These prolific singer-songwriters paved the way for women in music, art and life. Back to the Garden pays tribute to these women, their influence and inspiration. Featuring Melissa Hammans (Company, Smokey Joe's Cafe), Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent), and Maddy Wyatt (Band of Wyatt). Directed by Amy Jones (Good Ol' Girls, Broadway Backwards). Musical Direction by Debra Barsha (Jersey Boys, Radiant Baby). Special guests, Marshall Robbins and the Phunk Nastys.

Melissa Hammans in BACK TO THE GARDEN plays Buskirk-Chumley Theatre on August 1st and 2nd, 2014, 7pm. Reserved Seating: $25 Advance, $27.50 Day of Show. $18 - Seniors (Ages 62+), Students (w/ valid High School or College ID). Tickets and information are available here. If you need assistance placing your order, call BCT Box Office at 812-323-3020.

From Wisconsin to Berklee to the Oak Room, Tierney Sutton’s career has been on a steady upward trajectory. Considered one of the most accomplished singers on the modern jazz scene, Sutton's recent Grammy-nominated Joni Mitchell project, After Blue, inspired her current tour with cellist Mark Summer, who appears on the album with Sutton and his Turtle Island String Quartet colleagues. On July 31st, Sutton, Summers and Parisian guitarist Serge Merlaud, celebrate Mitchell as well as re-arrangements of standards and Summer's solo repertoire at the Dakota in downtown Minneapolis. More info.

WHAT: On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 Beat Hôtel, located in Cambridge’s Harvard Square presents a tribute to singer/ songwriter Joni Mitchell with an evening of live performance featuring some of the artist’s most iconic work with cutting-edge modern musical artists. Taking the stage that night will be Raquel Alexa of Amethyst Band and several guest artists from Boston to NYC. A Berklee college senior, Alexia’s young talent is shaped by her bright, smooth tone and her innovative and emotional delivery of tunes ranging in style, from jazz to bolero, from soul to pop. More info

Coyote, Edith and the Kingpin, The Hissing of Summer Lawns, River, Trouble Child, Help Me and Gina Foster’s gorgeous version of Both Sides Now - it’s through songs like these that ‘Joni’s Soul’ explore the unique songwriting and gift of performance Joni Mitchell so enduringly revealed in her iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond …

Drawing on their own emotional response to these songs ‘Joni’s Soul’ have created for themselves the perfect platform to look beyond merely the faithful reproduction of the Joni Mitchell songbook, and to shine a light on the most soulful aspects of her words and music. One of the UK Soul scene’s most respected ‘from-the-heart’ voices Gina Foster leads the way with special guest singer Manuela Panizzo (from Italy) adding her deftness and rich tonal palette and another Very Special Guest (we’re not allowed to name) delivering at least one of the classic Joni songs mentioned above. A real musical event.

Gina Foster - vocals (Eric Clapton, Sinead O’Connor)
Manuela Panizzo vocals (Carleen Anderson, Mario Biondi)
Mim Grey - vocals (Paul McCartney, Dave Stewart)
+ Very Special Guest vocalist TBA
Ronnie Johnson – guitar (Van Morrison, Bob Dylan)
Pete Adams – keyboards (Yusuf Islam, Tom Jones)
Pat Clahar – sax (Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross)
John McKenzie – bass (David Bowie, Everything But The Girl)
Richard Bailey - drums (Steve Winwood, Incognito)

More info...

Debra Mann Quintet performs a Joni Mitchell 70th Birthday Tribute, FRIDAY, JUNE 27, 2014
8:00 PM CONCERT
SANDYWOODS
43 Muse Way
Tiverton, RI
401.241.7349

FEATURING:
DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS
DINO GOVONI-SAX
STEVE DECONTI-GUITAR
DAVE ZINNO-BASS
STEVE LANGONE-DRUMS

Tickets: $15/advance and $18/door. More info

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre presents The Songs of Joni Mitchell & Leonard Cohen by Lauren Fox for Two Performances ONLY on Saturday, June 14 at 5:30pm and 8:30pm. The Downtown Cabaret Theatre is located 263 Golden Hill Street, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. More info

Who: Julia Deans
What: Both Sides Now: Julia Deans Sings Joni Mitchell as part of the Auckland International Cabaret Season.
Where and when: Auckland Town Hall Concert Chamber on Wednesday June 4 and Sunday June 8.
See:aucklandlive.co.nz/cabaretseason for more info.

The Joni Project (Edel Meade & Dick Farrelly), will be performing 'All I Want', 'A Case Of You', 'Big Yellow Taxi', ‘Free Man In Paris’ and more at Monroe's, Galway, Ireland.

Joni Mitchell's timeless masterpiece HEJIRA performed live at a beautiful small theater with great sound. This will be a show to remember. More info here.

The band will feature:
Robin Adler - lead vocals
Dave Blackburn - guitars
Jamie Kime - guitars
Kevin Hennessy - basses
Danny Campbell - drums & percussion

with special guests:
Jeffrey Joe - harmonica
Lisa Hightower-Kibbe - harmony vocals
Sheryl Eytchison-Goodman - harmony vocals
Mo Mullins - harmony vocals

The Music of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen will be performed by The Suzanne Sheridan Band, in concert at New Haven's Long Wharf Theatre, Stage II on Saturday May 31 at 8 PM. The concert is a benefit for the ACLU of CT (https://acluct.org) to support their ongoing campaign to make MARRIAGE EQUALITY a reality in all 50 states. All ticket purchases are charitable donations to the ACLU-CT. The concert will be honoring the late Civil Rights attorney and Quinnipiac University law professor, Manny Margolis. Ferrara Hayden Law Firm (https://www.victoriaferrara.com) is lead sponsor for this concert. To purchase your tax-deductible ticket, call the box office at Long Wharf at 203-787-4282 or online at https://www.longwharf.org/peo. Suzanne Sheridan can be reached at https://www.suzannesheridanmusic.com/

Got a voice? Help create a world record for the largest ever mass sing-along of Big Yellow Taxi – Joni Mitchell’s iconic song about our natural and built environment. Acoustic instruments of all kinds welcome, too. Free continental breakfast for all participants on the day of the event, May 19. A professionally filmed music video will be made of the event. More info

WELLFLEET PRESERVATION HALL
335 Main Street. Wellfleet, MA 508.349.1800
SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014, 7:00 PM CONCERT
THE MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL
FEATURING:
DEBRA MANN-PIANO & VOCALS
ALAN CLINGER-GUITAR
RON ORMSBY-BASS
BART WEISMAN-DRUMS
Tickets: $15 More info

The Joni Project (Edel Meade & Dick Farrelly), will be performing 'All I Want', 'A Case Of You', 'Big Yellow Taxi', ‘Free Man In Paris’ and more at Pilegaarden, Brönshöj, Copenhagen, Denmark.

More info here and here

98.7 WFMT Chicao / Folkstage, Live On Air performance. More info here and here

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The Joni Project (Edel Meade & Dick Farrelly), will be performing 'All I Want', 'A Case Of You', 'Big Yellow Taxi', ‘Free Man In Paris’ and more at Chancery Lane Theatre, Dublin, Ireland.

Back to the Garden celebrates folk-rock trailblazers Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro. Challenged by the traditional images of women in the music industry, they bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines of popular music. These prolific singer-songwriters paved the way for women in music, art and life. Back to the Garden pays tribute to these women, their influence and inspiration. Featuring Melissa Hammans (Company, Smokey Joe’s Cafe), Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent), and Maddy Wyatt (Band of Wyatt). Music Direction by Debra Barsha (Jersey Boys, Radiant Baby.) Directed by Amy Jones (Good Ol’ Girls, Broadway Backwards). More info

The Joni Project (Edel Meade & Dick Farrelly), will be performing 'All I Want', 'A Case Of You', 'Big Yellow Taxi', ‘Free Man In Paris’ and more at Chancery Lane Theatre, Dublin, Ireland.

Woman of Heart and Mind: Joni Mitchell's 70th Birthday Tribute Concert is set for Friday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Columbia Center for the Arts.

Bringing together some of Portland’s finest musicians, this is a true celebration to Joni Mitchell and her 70 years (and counting).

Featuring folk-funk-blues diva Anne Weiss (Shawn Colvin, Richie Havens, Dar Williams, Ani DiFranco), rock-folk artist Kris Deelane (Adam & Kris), The Decemberists (guest singer), The Sharp Little Things, soul-jazz chanteuse Bre Gregg (Midnight Honey, Bre Gregg Band) and folk-poet Paula Sinclair (Paul Sinclair Band, Discovering William Stafford).

This year, they have added J.P. Garau who is one of the first call pianists for the Northwest’s best, including Patrick Lamb and Ellen Whyte.

Women of Heart and Mind features two sets of Joni Mitchell’s finest creations. The first set is a mish mash of some of her most poignant tunes, including Help Me, Last Time I Saw Richard, Coyote, Free Man in Paris and Both Sides Now.

The second set features covers of every song from Mitchell's most popular album, "Blue" which was released in 1971. "Blue" was the artist's fourth album and it is iconic in the minds and hearts of her millions of fans.

Tickets are available at Columbia Arts, Waucoma Bookstore and online at www.columbiaarts.org. Columbia Center for the Arts is located at 215 Cascade Ave. in downtown Hood River.

The Joni Project (Edel Meade & Dick Farrelly), will be performing 'All I Want', 'A Case Of You', 'Big Yellow Taxi', ‘Free Man In Paris’ and more at Teatro Cabaret Restaurant, Belfast, Ireland.

Amy Wigton presents “Mostly Joni.” Performing with Amy is bassist Robin Hildebrant, whose virtuosic fretless playing recalls the legendary Jaco Pastorius. Together they capture the timeless beauty, heartfelt passion, and musical mastery of one of the most poetic and influential singer-songwriters, Joni Mitchell. Wigton is an indie singer-songwriter, performer, and recording artist. Described as having the soul of a rocker and the heart of a folk troubadour, she has shared the stage with such artists as, Jefferson Starship, Norton Buffalo, Louden Wainwright III, Dave Mason, Jesse Colin Young, The Waybacks, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Pablo Cruise, Tommy Castro, Beth Nielson Chapman, Roger McGuinn and John Stewart. More info

Celebrating the music of iconic singer songwriter Joni Mitchell and following a fantastic show in the Cobblestone in November, live band Shadows and Light are bringing Joni’s songs to the intimate surroundings of Bewley’s Café Theatre on Saturday 22nd March 2014.

Joni Mitchell’s songs will be interpreted by three lovers of her music, Maura Vambeck (vocals and guitar), Dave Mulligan (guitars) and Paul Enright (keyboard).

The band will play songs from the huge Joni repertoire, some of the more well-known songs like ‘Chelsea Morning’, ‘Big Yellow Taxi’, ‘Both Sides Now’ along with some of the lesser known numbers like ‘Coyote’ and ‘Help Me’.

Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to enjoy the eclectic musical style of Joni Mitchell; it promises to be a really special night.

Bewleys Café Theatre, Grafton Street, Dublin. Saturday 22nd March 2014, 9pm. More info.

After nine CDs over 20 years with her longstanding Tierney Sutton Band, the vocalist decided to leave her comfort zone and leap off the cliff by tackling an homage to the revered pop singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. With After Blue, her most daring and revealing project to date, Sutton puts her own unique stamp on familiar Mitchell tunes going back to 1969’s “Both Sides Now” and 1970’s “Big Yellow Taxi” and including more recent numbers like 1979’s “The Dry Cleaner from Des Moines” and 1982’s jivey “Be Cool,” along with Joni’s haunting take on the standard “Don’t Go to Strangers” from her 2000 orchestral album, Both Sides Now. A project she’s considered for a long time, Tierney says, “Thank you Joni Mitchell for your inspiration, your excellence. All I can hope for here is to scratch the surface of your deep legacy.” More info.

SONGS ARE LIKE TATTOOS - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell. Saturday, March 8th, 2014 at Hugh's Room, Toronto. Hosted by Mia Sheard with guests: Liam Titcomb, David Wall, Kathryn Rose and more... 8:30pm

5th Annual Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert
A Benefit for the Community School of Music and Art
March 8, 2014, 7:00 pm
Community School of Music and Art
330 Martin Luther King St
Ithaca, New York

Performers include:
Terry Burns & Ron Kristy, Jeannie Burns, Joe Gaylord, Shauna Guidici, Colleen Kattau, Molly MacMillan, Sue Tierney McNamara, Nate and Kate, Dana Paul, Sally Rameriz, Alice Saltonstall, Elisa Sciscioli, Rich Stearns, and Maggie Whitehead. More info.

Edel Meade sings the Joni Mitchell songbook at the Odessa Club, 13 Dame Court, Dublin 2 on Thursday 13th February. Doors 8.30pm. Tickets €12 available from entertainment.ie (includes booking fee). More info: www.edelmeade.com and www.odessa.ie.

CenterStage at Fitchburg State University will present the music of Joni Mitchell as interpreted by jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton at 8 p.m. Feb. 7 in Weston Auditorium, 353 North St.

Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and $7 for children and Fitchburg State students. The Weston Box Office is open from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and can be reached at (978) 665-3347. Tickets can also be ordered online here. There will be a special pre-show dinner at the Fay Club at 658 Main St. For dinner reservations, call (978) 345-4537.

Before the performance there will be a spotlight talk with the artist at 7:15 p.m. with Fitchburg State professor Michele Caniato.

The performance is co-presented by CenterStage at Fitchburg State and WICN-90.7 jazz radio and co-sponsored by Rollstone Bank & Trust and the Sentinel & Enterprise.

Sat 18th Jan - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho, London www.pizzaexpresslive.co.uk , tel: + 44 845 6027 017

Sun 15th Dec - The Brunswick, Hove www.thebrunswick.net, tel: + 44 1273 733 984

Elly Paspala wishes Joni Mitchell a “Happy Birthday”
On Sundays 17th & 24th of November
at GazArte(Voutadon 32-34),in Gazi at 9:00pm

Elly Paspala , one of Greece’s most popular singers is throwing a “Birthay Party” for her beloved singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell, introducing the Greek audience to the songs of one of Canada’s most brilliant artists. Joni Mitchell has been in the limelight for the past 45 years creating music & lyrics that have both moved and provoked as well as inspiring millions of people around the world. Joni Mitchell’s lyrics are profoundly poetic and personal while being universal , exhibiting a courageous and acute social and political spirit.

She has been a major influence for other great musicians such as Prince, Herbie Hancock, Björk, Elvis Costello, k.d. lang, Gaetano Veloso just to name a few.

Her music has always been uniquely creative and imaginative finding inspiration in styles as diverse as Jazz and Folk, rock and classical.

Elly Paspala , though born in New York, has been living and singing here in Greece for over 30 years. She has sung with Greece’s most illustrious composers including Manos Hadjidakis, Mikis Theodorakis, Stavros Xarchakos and countless others.

Joining her in this celebration with 5 of Greece’s most extraordinary musicians- David Lynch (Saxophones),Takis Farazis (piano), Giorgos Limakis(Guitars), Giotis Kiourtsoglou( bass guitar) and Μichael Κapilidis (drums). Come and celebrate Joni’s 70th birthdayon Sundays the 17th and 24th of November at GazArte (Voutadon 32-34) in Gazi at 9:00p.m

Info:
17th &24th of Νovember
Gazarte , Voutadon 32-34, Gazi ,at 21.00p.m
Τickets: 8€-18€ -
Τ : 210 3460347, 210 3452277

*Thur 28th Nov - Dirty Martini@Le Monde, Edinburgh www.dirty-martini.co.uk, tel: +44 131 270 3900

Sun 24th Nov - The Hull Truck Theatre, Hull www.hulltruck.co.uk, tel: + 44 1482 323 638

Fri 22nd Nov - Royal Albert Hall (The Elgar Room) The London Jazz Festival www.londonjazzfestival.org.uk, tel: + 44 845 401 5034

Vocalist and pianist Hannah Reimann and her seven-piece band honor the iconic career of the incomparable Joni Mitchell in commemoration of Joni's 70th birthday at Littlefield Performance Space on November 15th, with a selection of songs from Mitchell's most influential era: the late sixties to the early seventies. Doors are at 7:00pm; show starts at 8:00pm.

Ms. Reimann will be joined onstage by Scott Chasolen (of The Machine) on keys and piano; Michele Temple (of Pere Ubu) on guitar and bass; Steve Bloom (of The Last of the International Playboys) on guitar and bass; Skip Krevens on pedal steel and electric guitar; Michael Devellis on sax, Ryan Vaughn on drums and Gina Yowell-Gerszberg on vocals. More information...

Misty Fest 2013 will pay tribute to Joni Mitchell by bringing together different generations of singers and Portuguese authors well known to the public and whose work identifies with this great music icon. More info here.

Debra Mann & Dave Zinno present The Music of Joni Mitchell
Thursday, November 14, 2013, 9 PM at
THE GRANGE
Vegetarian Restaurant, Café & Bar
166 Broadway, Providence, RI
No cover charge | No minimum
Dinner served until 9 PM
For more info: (401) 831-0600
https://providencegrange.com/

Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet celebrate Joni's 70th birthday by performing her 1976 Hejira album in its entirety. Grammy winner Jamie Kime (Zappa Plays Zappa) joins the Mutts on lead guitar for this night of Joni's most lush and poetic music.

Joni Mitchell's Hejira Live - 8pm, Sat. Nov 9th
4275 Mission Bay Drive at Rosewood Street
Pacific Beach, California 92109
Price: $20
Reservations are recommended. Purchase tickets here.

This year Joni Mitchell turns 70. BBC multi award winning vocalists Ian Shaw and Claire Martin have themselves recorded many of her songs (Shaw’s 2006 ‘Drawn To All Things’, Linn Records).

Mitchell’s beautifully crafted confessionals resonate so effectively in this, now famous, duo setting from the seminal, now legendary, singer-songwriter bible “Blue” to her later musings on world issues, this powerful and intimate show is not to be missed.

Sat 9th Nov - Sage Gateshead www.thesagegateshead.com, tel: + 44 191 443 4661

EVENT: BALTIMORE LOVES JONI! A Benefit Tribute Concert in Honor of Joni Mitchell on her 70th Birthday

WHERE: Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore / Phone: 410-276-1651 / www.creativealliance.org/

PERFORMERS: Headliner: SONiA of disappear fear, plus We're About 9, Sahffi, Joanne Juskus & Adrian Bond, LEA, Beggar's Ride, Teporah, Carl Corse

DATE/TIME: Thursday, November 7, 2013 / 7 pm

TICKETS: $15 / $10 CA members / A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's Orchkids, a year-round during and after school music program designed to create social change and nurture promising futures for youth in Baltimore City neighborhoods. Sponsored in part by Knaggs Guitars

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Thur 7th Nov - Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea www.taliesinartscentre.co.uk, tel: +44 1792 60 20 60

Baltimore's leading jazz singer, Marianne Matheny-Katz, will give a Joni Mitchell tribute concert at the Carlyle Club in Alexandria, Viriginia in the US on November 7, 2013. She will be surrounded by some of the region's finest musicians.

Woman of Heart and Mind: Joni Mitchell's 70th Birthday Tribute Concert
Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 8PM
Minors OK when accompanied by a parent or guardian Doors open at 7:00
$15 General Admission
The Alberta Rose's third annual tribute to Joni features performances of songs from her classic albums "Hejira," "Court and Spark" and "Blue," and more of her hits and misses.
Some of Portland's finest female singer/songwriters including Anne Weiss, Kris Deelane, Bre Gregg, Paula Sinclair, Sue Zalokar will perform. More info

Tue 22nd Oct - 54 Below, New York www.54below.com, tel: +1 646 476 3551

Mulligan's On The Blue and Gaia Best will present an evening of music in honor of singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell on Saturday, Oct. 19, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

A portion of the proceeds from the event's live art auction will be donated to Women Helping Women.

Advance tickets are $15 and available at Bounty Music in Kahului, Lahaina Music on the West Side and the new Awakening in Paradise bookstore in the Long's Shopping Center in Kihei.

For more information about this event, or to purchase tickets online, visit louiselambert.com (click on "Special Events") or here.

DEBRA MANN QUINTET | 70th BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE to JONI MITCHELL THURSDAY - OCTOBER 17, 2013 8 PM

Debra Mann, jazz pianist and vocalist, has performed throughout the northeast corner of the US for 3 decades. She was deeply influenced early on by the music of Joni Mitchell, from the folk years through her exploration into jazz. Debra’s band features the mega talents of Dino Govoni (sax), Steve DeConti (guitar), Dave Zinno (bass), & Steve Langone (drums). Together they interpret the iconic music of Joni Mitchell through a jazz lens. Come join us in a great night of music as we celebrate this rare and highly gifted and influential artist. This concert will be a live recording for a future CD release. More info

Double Take – Portraits of Intriguing Canadians opens today until October. Organized by Library and Archives Canada, the exhibition offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at 59 personalities who have helped shape Canada, such as Samuel de Champlain, David Suzuki, Kim Campbell and Joni Mitchell.

Insightful. Revealing. Surprising. The exhibition Double Take – Portraits of Intriguing Canadians invites visitors to discover unsuspected or little-known aspects of 59 prominent personalities who left their mark on their times. Bringing together more than one hundred paintings, photographs and drawings, as well as artifacts, Double Take offers to take a fresh look at these renowned individuals who shaped the history of our nation.

An exhibition organized and circulated by Library and Archives Canada. Additional content provided by the Canadian Museum of Civilization.

AMTRAK PRESENTS PAZFEST III FEATURING: ROLAND GUERIN BAND, MUTTS OF THE PLANET, PAUL SANCHEZ, JOHNNY VIDACOVICH, THE HONORABLE SOUTH, BILL LANCTON, SUSAN COWSILL, JIMMY ROBINSON, OTRA, GAL HOLIDAY, AND FROM LAFAYETTE, RODDIE ROMERO, CALEB ELLIOTT AND SAM BROUSSARD, TANDEM AND OTHERS TO PERFORM AT PAZ FEST III, AN ALL-STAR TRIBUTE TO JONI MITCHELL, TO BENEFIT THE RUTH PAZ HOSPITAL FOR BURNS AND PEDIATRIC SURGERY!

NEW ORLEANS, LA - September 13, 2013: Michael Paz, New Orleans Music Producer, and Founder of The Ruth Paz Foundation who funded the construction of the $1.5 Million Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery in Honduras, announced today PAZ FEST III an all-star musical tribute to Joni Mitchell, Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 8pm at the Howlin' Wolf, 907 South Peters Street New Orleans, LA. Tickets are $20 and are available in advance at Howlin' Wolf Den or at https://www.TheHowlinWolf.com

A musical tribute to singer songwriter and cultural icon, Joni Mitchell, Paz Fest III is also a fundraising celebration for the continuing support the Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.

Joining the all-star line-up are: DJ G-CUE, Mikayla, Christina Friis-Nielson, Chris Atkins, Vida Wakemen, Leslie Smith, Dirk Billie, Sue Tierney-Macnamara, Victor Johnson, Faith Crawford, and Michael Paz and Friends. All will perform Joni Mitchell songs from her amazing catalog.

There will be a concert preview "An Evening With" Mutts of the Planet at the Little Gem Saloon on Friday, October 4, 2013 from 8pm-Till. Presented by Amtrak and also benefiting the Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery. More info...

Scottish jazz star Louise Mochan will perform in Cumbernauld this Friday, September 6, with a tribute to singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. Mochan and her band will perform such songs as Chelsea Morning, Woodstock, Big Yellow Taxi and Both Sides Now. The show starts 7.45pm. For tickets, priced £6-£12, call 01236 732887.

54 Below is delighted to tip our hat to the brilliance of eight-time Grammy winner Joni Mitchell. Whether it’s “Both Sides Now,” “Chelsea Morning,” “The Circle Game,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” or “A Case of You,” the work of Mitchell, one of the world’s most embraced, lauded, and prolific singer-songwriters, continues to inspire and delight generations of listeners. At 54 Below, look for a cast of Broadway and cabaret luminaries singing the praises of all things Mitchell, including: Lisa Asher (MAC, Bistro & Nightlife Award winner), Annie Golden (Broadway’s Hair, Leader of the Pack, On the Town, The Full Monty, Xanadu), Heather MacRae (Broadway’s Hair, Falsettos, A Catered Affair), Julie Reyburn (MAC, Bistro, Nightlife Award winner), Nicholas Rodriguez (Broadway’s Tarzan, Helen Hayes Award winner), and Gabrielle Stravelli (celebrated NYC jazz vocalist). Upon presenting her with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002, the Grammys called Joni’s music “a powerful influence on all artists who embrace diversity, imagination, and integrity.” For four special performances only at 54 Below, come see why!

Laurie Antonioli, The prime San Francisco singer, one of many jazz musicians drawn to the melodies, lyrics and harmonies of Joni Mitchell’s vivid songs, sings the songwriter’s music in spacious arrangements explored by a deft quintet of improvisers. More details

Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration presented by Chicks With Dip
This concert features a stellar cast of some of the New York City area's finest female singer/songwriters in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Joni Mitchell's landmark album, Blue. The evening will include performances of ALL the songs from Blue plus original songs inspired by Joni Mitchell.
June 1, 2013, 8:00 PM
First Acoustics at the First Unitarian Church
50 Monroe Place, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tickets: $25 advance / $30 door
First Acoustics website
Chicks With Dip website

Where Light Falls - Songs about Joni Mitchell
Tuesday 09 April, 19:30
Firth Hall
Tickets: £8.50, £6 (concessions-over 60s),
£3 (under 26s, students, unwaged)
Duration: 90 minutes + 20 minute interval.
Click here to purchase tickets online now


The highly influential singer-songwriter and versatile musician Joni Mitchell is best known for hit songs such as ‘Big Yellow Taxi’ and ‘Woodstock’ but there is far more to her work than this. Through the medium of original songs composed with lyricist Mike Jones and guitarist Alejandro Sancho, Sheffield based jazz singer Rosie Brown has taken her admiration for the song-writing, singing and playing of Joni Mitchell as the inspiration for this concert. In this ‘rich biographical body of work in song’ Rosie and her band explore the artist's career and complicated personal life, joys and trials, the love she walked away from to fulfill her artistic dreams, her life as a painter and the conflicts with fame of this all too human musical icon.

University of Sheffield alumnus Rosie Brown arrived at jazz when late nights in Techno clubs were rounded off with Nina Simone records. What really converted her though, was hearing Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue. Amongst her other influences, Ella Fitzgerald, Chet Baker, Carmen Macrae, Sheila Jordan, Shirley Horn, Cassandra Wilson and Keith Jarrett stand out. Rosie was originally part of a notable renaissance in classic jazz singing, a movement which includes Tina May with whom she studied. Other teachers include Sheila Jordan and Scottish award winning tenor saxophonist Bobby Wellins, who accepted an invitation to tour with her in 2000.

Rosie’s debut album, ‘Preface’ was released to rave reviews in 1998, coinciding with a national tour sponsored by Jazz Services. In 2001, album number two, ‘Now’s the Time’, was also warmly welcomed by critics. Her third, ‘Miss Brown to You’, came out in May 2003 and the fourth recording ‘Bicycles and Dreams’ reflects her evolution in both vocal range and musical interests.

Robin Adler and Mutts of the Planet - "For the Roses"
Dizzy's- 8 pm
4275 Mission Bay Drive at Rosewood Street (San Diego Jet Ski Rentals)
Pacific Beach California 92109

760-723-1056 robinadler@sbcglobal.net reservations

$20 at the door.

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet perform a night of early Joni music including the 1972 For The Roses album in its entirety. Robin Adler, Dave Blackburn and Barnaby Finch, with Peggy Watson, Barry Cahill and Danny Campbell faithfully present this beautiful music in a great listening space. Reservations recommended.

The Joni Show Back By Popular Demand

Tribute to Joni Mitchell Features 14 Local Talents

FELTON, CA -- March 4, 2013 -- The Joni Show, the popular tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell, returns for a third time on Saturday, March 23 at 8:00 pm at Kuumbwa Jazz Center. The venue is located at 320 Cedar Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 and can be reached at 831/427-2227.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The two previous Joni shows sold out weeks in advance. As of press time, 50 tickets are available here.

"The Joni Show III features an all-star line up of 14 of Santa Cruz's most popular and accomplished musicians," said Producer Jayme Kelly Curtis. "We've added many new songs this time and there is a greater level of collaboration among the players. I've also retained the popular 'informational audio quips' from interviews with Joni and contemporaries such as David Geffen and Graham Nash."

The concert features a wide variety of material spanning the breadth of Mitchell's prodigious output of original songs from 1968 through 1994. Singers this time include Curtis, Amy Obenski, Celina Gutierrez, Ginny Mitchell, Jesse Autumn, Pamela Hanson and Kevin Kraft, Paula Bliss and 2013 Gail Rich award winner Pipa Pinon. Each of these musicians has had a serious love affair with Joni Mitchell's work. Instrumentalists Bill Walker, Bob Bliss, Bob von Elgg, Daniel Vee Lewis and Jimmy Norris round out the sound.

For those unable to obtain tickets, a video highlight reel of some of the best performances from the two previous Joni Shows airs on Santa Cruz Community Television throughout the first two weeks of March. The broadcast schedule is available here.

On Friday, March 8, the me&thee presents a special tribute concert – Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary. This concert will feature a stellar cast of some of the New York City area's finest female singer-songwriters in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Joni Mitchell's landmark album, Blue. The evening will include performances of ALL the songs from Blue plus original songs inspired by Joni Mitchell. Doors open at 7:30 PM for this 8:00 PM show at the me&thee coffeehouse which is located at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead at 28 Mugford Street.

Women know about the power of girlfriends — but how about an entire posse of female empowerment? For the past decade, nearly a dozen NYC and NJ-based women have been part of an informal NYC-based musical girlfriend posse called the Chicks with Dip — singers and songwriters all, who convene regularly for afternoons filled with songs, wine, chips and dip, and lots of girl talk that ranges from the silly to the sexually explicit and from the emotionally raw to the political. The Chicks are Honor Finnegan, Meg Braun, Sharon Goldman, Victoria Lavington, Catherine Miles, Karyn Oliver, Elisa Peimer, Allison Scola, Anna Dagmar, Carolann Solebello, and Allison Tartalia. Over the years, they have laughed, cried, gossiped and performed together — and supported each other through 10 years of ups and downs: the birth of Carolann’s son; Meg’s marathon success; Allison S.’s wedding; Allison T.’s dating dilemmas; Elisa’s husband’s brain tumor; and Sharon’s divorce — not to mention moves, job changes, unemployment, band breakups and writer’s block. Their most serious struggle was when Victoria was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008.The gals swooped in to provide food, transportation, babysitting, and emotional support, as well as a fundraising performance in 2009 that raised over $5,000 towards Victoria’s treatment. “The idea for the Blue show sprang up organically up at a meeting in the summer of 2011,” says Carolann Solebello, longtime Chick and former member of female Americana trio Red Molly. “We were discussing Joni Mitchell and what her songwriting has meant to each of us, and since we’re always on the lookout for ways to collaborate, the 40th anniversary of Joni’s masterpiece seemed the perfect opportunity.”

Tickets for the special tribute concert – Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration are $20 in advance and $23 at the door. Tickets are available online at www.meandthee.org and can be purchased in person in Marblehead at either the Spirit of ’76 Bookstore or the Arnould Gallery As at all me & thee coffeehouse events, refreshments are available, including homemade pastries, coffee, and teas. The me & thee has a handicapped-accessible entrance and an accessible bathroom, is a smoke-free environment, and is easily reached by MBTA bus. The me & thee is the oldest continually running acoustic coffeehouse in New England, and probably the country. The me & thee has been and will always be a volunteer, non-profit organization sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead. For information and directions, call 781-631-8987 or check the link above.

The Community School of Music & Arts and CFCU present The 4th Annual Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert
Friday, March 8th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
3rd Floor Stage, CSMA, 330 E. State/MLK, Ithaca NY

Ithaca loves Joni Mitchell, and they will prove it again at the 4th Annual Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert, March 8 at the Community School of Music and Arts. Many of Ithaca's best musicians will return for what has proven to be an exhilarating exhibition of Joni Mitchell's rich and varied catalogue. This year's lineup includes Amelia Burns, Anna Coogan, Bev Fitzpatrick, Colleen Kattau, Cookie Coogan, Eric and Christine, Joe Gaylord, Kara Eaton, Maggie Whitehead, Mike Allinger, Mollie MacMillan, Patti Witten, Sim Redmond & Jen Middaugh, Susan Terwilliger and Sue Tierney McNamara.

A $10 donation benefits the CSMA Arts Education Programs

Join host Mia Sheard for her annual Joni tribute at Hugh's Room in Toronto. Featuring David Sereda, Lenni Jabour, Selena Evangeline, and Molly Sweeney. Featuring Band Members Ryan Granville-Martin, Chris Gartner, Kurt Swinghammer, Joan Besen, Colleen Allen. More information here.

54 Below is delighted to tip our hat to the brilliance of eight-time Grammy winner Joni Mitchell. Whether it’s “Both Sides Now,” “Chelsea Morning,” “The Circle Game,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” or “A Case of You,” the work of Mitchell, one of the world’s most embraced, lauded, and prolific singer-songwriters, continues to inspire and delight generations of listeners. At 54 Below, look for a cast of Broadway and cabaret luminaries singing the praises of all things Mitchell, including: Lisa Asher (MAC, Bistro & Nightlife Award winner), Annie Golden (Broadway’s Hair, Leader of the Pack, On the Town, The Full Monty, Xanadu), Heather MacRae (Broadway’s Hair, Falsettos, A Catered Affair), Julie Reyburn (MAC, Bistro, Nightlife Award winner), Nic Rodriguez (Broadway’s Tarzan, Helen Hayes Award winner), Gabrielle Stravelli (celebrated NYC jazz vocalist), and Michael Winther (Broadway’s Damn Yankees, 1776, Mamma Mia!). Upon presenting her with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002, the Grammy’s called Joni’s music “a powerful influence on all artists who embrace diversity, imagination, and integrity.” For four special performances only at 54 Below, come see why! More info here.

More information here!

Garden Stage at UUCCN will present a special tribute concert - Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration - on Sunday, Dec 2 at 3:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Avenue (corner of Nassau Boulevard), Garden City, NY. Tickets, $20 in advance/$22 at the door, may be purchased via email by writing calendar@uuccn.org or calling 516- 279-7606. For more information about Garden Stage, visit https://www.gardenstage.com/.

This concert will feature a stellar cast of some of the New York City area's finest female singer/songwriters - plus Philadelphia percussionist Cheryl Prashker - in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Joni Mitchell's landmark album, Blue. The evening will include performances of ALL the songs from Blue plus original songs inspired by Joni Mitchell. Performers will include: Meg Braun, Anna dagmar, Honor Finnegan, Sharon Goldman, Victoria Lavington, Catherine Miles, Karyn Oliver, Elisa Peimer, Cheryl Prashker, Allison Scola, Carolann Solebello and Allison Tartalia.

These 12 women, known collectively as Chicks With Dip, represent a loose affiliation of female singer/songwriters in the New York City area who enjoy each other's company and the pleasures of good conversation, good songs, and good dip. The Chicks will celebrate their tenth anniversary this year.

"The idea for the Blue show sprang up organically at a meeting," says Carolann Solebello, longtime Chick and former member of female Americana trio Red Molly. "We were discussing Joni Mitchell and what her songwriting has meant to each of us, and since we're always on the lookout for ways to collaborate, the 40th anniversary of Joni's masterpiece seemed the perfect opportunity."

For more information, visit https://www.gardenstage.com/

Indulge in delicious homemade desserts in the Mallette Gallery during the intermission.

Garden Stage is an all-volunteer, non-profit, committee of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau.

Lauren Fox is being heralded as one of the brightest stars on the New York cabaret scene, and Friday she will be at the Schorr Family Firehouse Stage in Johnson City when Goodwill Theatre presents “Love, Lust, Fear and Freedom: Songs of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen.”

A recent article in the New York Times singled out Fox as the “future of the cabaret world.” “Together, Lauren and her trio perform 16 songs — nine by Joni Mitchell and seven by Leonard Cohen — into a spellbinding his-and-hers dialogue that conjures the charged erotic climate of the hippie culture of the Woodstock era, when sex was infused with romantic mysticism. Her show is remarkable, deep and dramatically revealing.”

The affair of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen in the late 1960s may have only lasted a few months, but its resonance in the songs of these two Canadians, especially in Mitchell’s lyrics, is far-reaching. A speculative exploration of their personal and artistic chemistry is only one aspect of Fox’s remarkable cabaret show.

Through stories and song, Fox examines the creative genius and conflicted desires of two of folk music’s most enduring artists.

Fox delves into the meaning behind the songs, giving us a better understanding of a painter and a poet who mesmerized the world through song. Highlights of the show include Mitchell’s “Chelsea Morning,” “River” and “Both Sides Now” and Cohen’s “Suzanne,” “Bird on a Wire” and “Hallelujah.”

In the spring, Fox was named as the Female Debut Artist of the Year at the annual MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs) Awards and Debut Artist of the Year at the 27th Annual Bistro Awards, which celebrate outstanding achievement in cabaret and jazz. Film credits include Darren Aronofsky’s “Pi,” “Noon Blue Apples” (Sundance 2002 premiere), “Revolution Summer,” “Hamill” and “We Need to Talk About Kevin.”

Television credits include “New Amsterdam” and “Fringe.”

Tickets for the 7 p.m. show are $25 for adults and $22 for seniors and students and can be purchased at www.goodwilltheatre.net or by calling the theatre box office at (607) 772-2404, ext. 301. The Schorr Family Firehouse Stage is located at 46-48 Willow St. Doors open approximately one hour before show time. General seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A gathering of northcoast musicians will pay tribute to Joni Mitchell on her birthday, Wednesday, November 7th, at 8pm at the Arcata Playhouse in Arcata, California. Jan Bramlett, Morgan Corviday, Tim Grey, Josephine Johnson, Marla Joy, Joanne Rand, Sarah Torres, Andrea Zvaleko and other north coast musicians will celebrate Joni's birthday by performing a selection of their favorite Joni songs. Tickets may be purchased at The Works in Eureka, at Missing Links in Arcata, online, or by calling the Playhouse at 707-822-1575 for reservations. $12 at the door, $10 in advance.

Garden Stage at UUCCN will present a special tribute concert - Joni Mitchell’s Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration - on Friday, November 2 at 8:30PM (preceded by an open mic at 7:30) at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Avenue (corner of Nassau Boulevard), Garden City, NY. Tickets, $20 in advance/$22 at the door, may be purchased via email by writing calendar@uuccn.org or calling 516-279-7606. For more information about Garden Stage, visit https://www.gardenstage.com/.

After celebrated shows at Galapagos Art Space, The Canal Room, and 45th Street Theatre, Back To the Garden is pleased to play Joe's Pub on 10/7/12.

Challenged by the traditional images of women in the music-industry, Carole King, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell, and Laura Nyro bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines of pop music. These prolific singer/songwriters paved the way for women like us: in music, art and life. We celebrate these women, their influence and inspiration.

Featuring: Melissa Hammans (LoveSick, Break Up Notebook, Smokey Joe's Cafe) who also curated this event, as well as, Carey Anderson (Mamma Mia, Avenue Q), Maddy Wyatt (the band of Wyatt), and Amy Lynn Zanetto (Radio City, Kennedy Center, Amy Lynn and the Gunshow.) The amazing band includes Barbara Merjan (drums), Sue Terwilliger (guitar), Julia Adamy (bass) and Debra Barsha (piano) who also provides vocals and music direction. More information and tickets

A Tribute to Joni Mitchell with The Modelos, Sarah Wheeler, Kelly Haigh, The Boomchix, D Trevlon and more! More info

UnderCoverPresents, Faultline Studios, and KALX 90.7 FM are thrilled to announce Joni Mitchell's Blue as the next album getting a Bay Area stamp. This time around, UnderCover has selected Dina Maccabee, renowned violinist and composer, as guest music director for the album and concert. Maccabee has carefully selected an all female fronted cast of roughly 50 Bay Area artists to create a diverse range of reinterpretations of this tribute to Joni Mitchell's most iconic album. The album was recorded and mixed at Faultline Studios by Yosh! (A download of the studio recorded album will be included with the cost of admission and will also be available for sale online and select outlets). The concert will be held on two nights, Saturday, 9/29 & Sunday, 9/30 at the historic Brava Theater full information further below. More information here.

Robin and Dave perform a short set of Joni songs in a unique setting, during a service at the United Methodist Church in Castle Rock, CO. The service starts at 5:30pm, located at 1200 South Street in Castle Rock. Join Robin and Dave for a rare appearance outside of southern California!

Dizzy's Presents "The Songs of Joni Mitchell" - 8 pm
2400 Ketter Blvd. Suite 110
San Diego California 92101
(619) 255-7885
98bottlessd.com/
RobinAdler.com
Price: $15.00 21 yrs + only

A Tribute to Joni Mitchell, performed by vocalist Robin Adler and her talent-rich ensemble, Mutts Of The Planet will be focusing on selections of Joni Mitchell's recordings from "The Hissing of Summer Lawns" (1975),"Hejira" (1976) and "Mingus" (1979). These albums demonstrated Mitchell's growth from the radio friendly pop artist of "Court and Spark" (1974) into the artist that, in 1978, jazz legend Charles Mingus, in his final days, called upon to co-write his final album, which became "Mingus".

Robin Adler-vocals
Dave Blackburn-guitars
Barnaby Finch-keyboards
Dan DiPietro-bass
Rick Schmidt-pedal steel guitar
Danny Campbell-drums

Alva's show room
1417 W 8th St
San Pedro, CA 90732 1-800-403-3477
Sunday, July 22nd at 4:00PM
$20 at the door. All Ages

For this show Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet will be playing the mid-70s music of Joni Mitchell (The Hissing of Summer Lawns and Hejira) in this wonderful small listening venue.

Robin Adler-vocals
Dave Blackburn-Guitars and vocals
Barnaby Finch-Keyboards and vocals
Dan DiPietro-Bass
Danny Campbell-Drums

Courtin' the Spark: Inspirations from Joni Mitchell
Directed by Clint Thornton and Bryan Mercer
Performances: June 21 - July 1, Thurs. - Sat at 7:30 p.m., Sun. at 2:30 p.m.

A theatrical exploration of the music of Joni Mitchell, iconic Canadian composer, painter, and storyteller whose work influenced and informed our culture from the 1970’s to the present day. Directed by Clint Thornton and Bryan Mercer, who created the successful performance events The Unexpected Showcase, The Letts Fest, and Into the Works: The Dynamics of Stephen Sondheim, this Performance Class exposes performers to the rich, expansive scope of Mitchell’s melodies, harmony and lyrics, while allowing participants to discover new depths of their own talent and cultural reference. Through this performance experience, artists will learn new techniques for conveying meaning through the musical line, as well as accessing truth and authenticity in lyrics, as they pertain to the artist’s own life experience and the cultural dynamic in which they find themselves.

FELTON, June 6, 2012 — By popular demand, 21 of Santa Cruz's most accomplished musicians return to the Kuumbwa Jazz Center to pay tribute to songwriter Joni Mitchell on Saturday, June 30 at 8:00 pm. The Kuumbwa is located at 320 Cedar Street #2, in Santa Cruz. Tickets for "The Joni Show" are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The show is officially sold out. Anyone who missed getting tickets is encouraged to send an email to jayme@purrgirl.com for right of first refusal to a possible remounted show at a later date. More information is available at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/238760)

The Songs of Joni Mitchell - 4-6 pm
North San Diego County, Fallbrook, California 92028
760(723-1056) Price: $20
This is a lovely outdoor setting overlooking the beautiful rolling hills of Fallbrook, CA. We'll be featuring the five piece version of our "Joni Mitchell band" Mutts of the Planet and will be performing songs from Joni Mitchell's mid-70's albums The Hissing of Summer Lawns and Hejira.

This is a show not to miss! With Robin Adler - vocals, Dave Blackburn -guitars and vocals, Barnaby Finch - keyboards and vocals, Dave Curtis - bass, Danny Campbell -drums. Advance reservations are required

Pianist, composer, pop/classical crossover whiz, famed reinterpreter of Radiohead music and popular host of the NPR radio show "From the Top," Christopher O'Riley will be the guest soloist for the San Francisco Girls Chorus' season-closing concerts Friday and Saturday at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He'll be bringing with him arrangements he has recently composed of four Joni Mitchell songs from the "Song to a Seagull" album, which will get their world premiere on the concerts.

The Chicago-born O'Riley, 56, and the five-time Grammy-winning Girls Chorus had their first encounter when they were his guests several years ago on the weekly radio show that hauls aspiring young talent from all over the country and presents them on air. Their collaborative concert, called "Truth and Beauty," will also include Vaughan Williams' "Let Beauty Awake," Claude Debussy's "Salut Printemps," Eric Whitacre's "Five Hebrew Love Songs," Stephen Paulus' "Sing Creations Music On," works by Gustav Holst, and more.

Founded in 1978, the Girls Chorus is now in transition with the nonrenewal last year of longtime director Susan McMane's contract. Working with them this spring, and preparing this final concert, is guest conductor Brandon Brack, a former member of the Bay Area's well-known male a cappella ensemble Chanticleer. Brack has been named interim director for the Chorus in its next season, which opens Nov. 12 in the Herbst Theatre and will feature Berkeley native Gabriela Lena Frank as composer-in-residence.

This weekend's programs take place at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Conservatory, 50 Oak St. in San Francisco. Tickets, $30-$35, are at 415-392-4400 or www.cityboxoffice.com.

Blue: The Music of Joni Mitchell will be at the Capitol Center for the Arts on Friday, May 11, at 8PM. Tickets are $39 and $33 and can be purchased by calling 603-225-1111, online at www.ccanh.com, and at the box office on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. More info

Back to the Garden: The Artistry of Joni Mitchell takes place Thursday, May 3, 7:30 p.m. at the Berklee Performance Center (BPC), 136 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA. Tickets are $8, $13 in advance, $12, $17 day of show. Purchase tickets at berkleebpc.com, call 617.747.2261, or visit the BPC Box Office. Can't make it to the show? This event will stream live on Concert Window.

Location: Ballroom

Photographer Tom Gundelfinger O’Neal has captured some of the most iconic images of the 1960s and 1970s Rock & Roll era. His subjects include Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, John Phillips, Mama Cass, Jim Morrison, Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, as well as more than 80 album covers such as the famous Déjà vu and 4 Way Street covers for Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

His photos and album covers will be on display in the Press Club Lobby and Reception Area for a month starting April 9. Join Tom from 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, in the Ballroom for a special program marking the opening of the exhibit as he takes the lens cap off Rock & Roll History and shares the stories behind his amazing photo career.

There is no cost to attend. Guests are welcome.

Rock & roll photographer Tom Gundelfinger O'Neal will take the lens cap off rock & roll history as he shares the stories of his noted photo career at a program in the Club Ballroom from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11.

The program marks the opening of an exhibit in the Club lobby of photos and album covers by O'Neal. The exhibit will be on view beginning Monday, April 9.

There is no cost to attend. Please reserve your spot by sending an e-mail to Sarah Driggs at sdriggs@press.org.

O'Neal's photos have captured some of the most iconic images of the 1960s and 1970s rock & roll era. His subjects include Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, John Phillips, Mama Cass, Jim Morrison, Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix. He also has photographed more than 80 album covers, among them the famous Déjà vu and 4 Way Street covers for Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

Joni Mitchell has long had an affinity for jazz. She was preparing to make a recording with the great Charles Mingus in 1978, but the bassist, composer and iconoclast died before the disc, Mingus, was finished. Two musicians on that album, Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter, became longtime friends and collaborators with the iconic Canadian singer and composer.

Local vocalist Amber Epp has an affinity for jazz and Joni Mitchell and she will perform jazz arrangements of Mitchell’s album Blue on March 29, 8 p.m., at Aqua Books. "Some of the songs sound quite different from Joni’s version, but my goal is to carry on the spirit of the original album and put a bit of myself in there, too," Epp says.

Tickets for the Jazz Machine Series, where musicians take a well-known pop or rock album and put a jazzy spin on it, are $10 at Aqua.

Where Light Falls: Songs about Joni Mitchell premieres at the Lantern Theatre on Friday March 9, and Saturday before moving to The Bluecoat Arts Centre in Liverpool on the Sunday, the 11th. More information here.

Three-time Tony nominee Judy Kuhn, who was most recently on Broadway as Fantine in the revival of Les Misérables, will offer a brand-new concert act at Feinstein's at Loews Regency March 6-10.

Kuhn's new show will explore themes of love and happiness and will feature tunes by Joni Mitchell, Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Cohen, Cole Porter and more. She will be accompanied by music director Dan Lipton.

A three-time Tony Award nominee for her work in She Loves Me, Les Miserables and Chess, Judy Kuhn also starred in the concert mounting of Alan Menken and Tim Rice's King David and the Los Angeles premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard. Kuhn received an Obie Award for her work in the Off-Broadway Laura Nyro tribute, Eli's Comin', and played Fosca in the Kennedy Center mounting of Stephen Sondheim's Passion. Her solo recording is titled "Serious Playground - The Songs of Laura Nyro" (Ghostlight Records).

Show times are 8 PM March 6 and March 8-10 with additional 10:30 PM shows March 9-10.

All shows have a $30 cover with $50 premium seats available, in addition to a $25 food and beverage minimum. Jackets are suggested but not required. Feinstein's is located at 540 Park Avenue at 61st Street in New York City.

For ticket reservations and club information, call (212) 339-4095 or visit feinsteinsatloewsregency.com and TicketWeb.com.

19 of Santa Cruz's most accomplished musical acts pay tribute to songwriter Joni Mitchell on Saturday, March 3 at 8:00 pm at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar Street #2, in Santa Cruz. Tickets for "The Joni Show" are available online at here. Locally, tickets can be purchased at Logos Books and Records, 1117 Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz and Tiki King's Ukuleles of Felton, 6235 Highway 9 in Felton. Price is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. [Read the press release]

SONGS ARE LIKE TATTOOS
A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Hugh's Room, Toronto, Canada
Click for tickets

Hosted by Mia Sheard with Colleen Brown, Jory Nash, David Matheson, Lenni Jabour and many more. Performance: 8:30pm

The 3rd Annual Tribute Night occurs on February 18 from 7-10 pm in Ithaca, NY. This is a benefit for the scholarship program of the Community School of Music and Arts.

On Tuesday, February 7th at 7pm, Maggie Hollinbeck will be singing Joni's entire BLUE album from start to finish. Check out all the details here.

Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration at Village Roots Concert Series

New York, NY – December 6, 2011 – The Christopher Street Coffeehouse will present a special tribute concert - Joni Mitchell's Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration - on Thursday, January 5 at 7:30PM as part of the Village Roots Concert Series. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the door.

This concert will feature a stellar cast of some of New York's finest female singer/songwriters in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Joni Mitchell's landmark album, "Blue." The evening will include performances of ALL the songs from "Blue" plus original songs inspired by Joni Mitchell. Performers will include:

MEG BRAUN megbraun.com
ANNA DAGMAR annadagmar.com
HONOR FINNEGAN honorfinnegan.com
SHARON GOLDMAN sharongoldmanmusic.com
VICTORIA LAVINGTON cdbaby.com/VictoriaLavington
CATHERINE MILES wearetheyayas.com
KARYN OLIVER karynoliver.com
ELISA PEIMER elisapeimer.com
ALLISON SCOLA allisonscola.com
CAROLANN SOLEBELLO carolannsolebello.com
ALLISON TARTALIA allisonsinvention.com

Proceeds from this concert will benefit CHRISTOPHER STREET COFFEEHOUSE in its continuing efforts to bring the best in folk and roots music to Greenwich Village and celebrate our neighborhood's rich musical heritage.

Village Roots Concerts are held on the first Thursday of every month at the historic St. John’s Lutheran Church at 81 Christopher Street in the Village. More information about the artists and Christopher Street Coffeehouse may be found at www.christopherstreetcoffeehouse.org

The Lynn Skinner Quintet presents "True Blue: Joni Mitchell (1971-1974)" celebrating the 40th anniversary of Joni's great album, BLUE, as well as select songs from FOR THE ROSES and COURT & SPARK. Swallow Hill Music Association, Denver, Colorado at 8pm. More info here

Bay Area duo Genna & Jesse’s 2011 U.S. “Railroad Tour” begins on Nov. 18th at Yoshi’s San Francisco.

The Yoshi’s event will include a musical retrospective on Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell’s 1976 “Hejira” album interpreted by Bay Area artists. More information

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet with special guest Max Bennett perform 2 of Joni Mitchell’s best loved albums - Blue and Court and Spark – in their entirety as a tribute to Joni on the eve of her 68th birthday. Featuring Robin Adler vocals, Dave Blackburn guitars, Barnaby Finch keyboards, & more. More information here

Warwick Library
Sunday, November 6, 2011 @ 2 PM
600 Sandy Lane, Warwick, RI 401) 739-5440

The Debra Mann Trio blends Joni Mitchell’s incomparable words and music with a sparkling jazz touch. Enjoy “The Circle Game,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Woodstock,” “Both Sides Now,” “Blue,” and more. The Trio features Debra Mann on piano and vocals, Dave Zinno on acoustic bass, and Steve Langone on drums.

The Debra Mann Trio is a featured act at clubs and festivals throughout New England. Their annual tribute to Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim sells out every year. Debra Mann has been a guest vocalist with the Boston Pops Orchestra and The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences placed Debra Mann on the Official Ballot for the 2010 Grammy Awards in the following categories: Record of the Year ('Autumn'), Album of the Year ('Home'), Song of the Year ('Heart of Love'), Best Pop Vocal Album ('Home'), and Best Improvised Jazz Solo ('Autumn').

Barrington Library
Sunday, October 2, 2011 @ 2 PM
281 County Road, Barrington, RI 02806 (401)247-1920

The Debra Mann Trio blends Joni Mitchell’s incomparable words and music with a sparkling jazz touch. Enjoy “The Circle Game,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Woodstock,” “Both Sides Now,” “Blue,” and more. The Trio features Debra Mann on piano and vocals, Dave Zinno on acoustic bass, and Steve Langone on drums.

The Debra Mann Trio is a featured act at clubs and festivals throughout New England. Their annual tribute to Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim sells out every year. Debra Mann has been a guest vocalist with the Boston Pops Orchestra and The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences placed Debra Mann on the Official Ballot for the 2010 Grammy Awards in the following categories: Record of the Year ('Autumn'), Album of the Year ('Home'), Song of the Year ('Heart of Love'), Best Pop Vocal Album ('Home'), and Best Improvised Jazz Solo ('Autumn').

BBC award-winning British jazz singer Ian Shaw is performing an exclusive solo concert of Mitchell’s songs at Kings Place concert hall in London on Thursday 22nd September at 7.30 pm. Shaw recorded “Drawn To All Things, the Songs of Joni Mitchell” for Linn Records in 2006 to universal acclaim. Chris Louden, Jazz Times, said “none of the pop or jazz vocalists who've ... tackled Mitchell tracks have shaken my belief. Until now.” More information here

And the boldly experimental jazz catalog of rock-folk legend Joni Mitchell will be explored in an Aug. 17 program led by drummer and music director Brian Blade, with special guest musicians and singers, that will include a complete performance of her masterful 1975 album, "The Hissing of Summer Lawns."

By mixing Mitchell's music from this and other Joni Mitchell albums with informed commentary from musicians, fans, music critics and archival interviews with Mitchell herself, Joni Mitchell's BLUE articulates what music lovers have found so compelling about this particular album. Special guests include music writers Ann Powers, Anthony DeCurtis, Paul Zollo, and Lydia Hutchinson. Also featured are musicians Shawn Colvin, Lucy Kaplansky, and others. More information...

"Safaris to the Heart" the Songs of Joni Mitchell, 7pm
432 E. Dougherty St.
Fallbrook, California 92028
760-645-3229
Price: $20
more info...

Cafe Aroma Jazz Festival, 6pm
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, California 92549
951-659-5212
more info...

Cafe Aroma, 6pm
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild, California 92549
951-659-5212
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Local folk artists will band together in Germantown for a musical tribute to one of music’s most famous singer-songwriters.

Grace Griffith with Zan McLeod, Marcy Marxer and Tina Chancey, Sol & Funk Root, Cary Creed, and The Kennedys will interpret the work of Joni Mitchell during a concert Thursday, May 19, at BlackRock Center for the Arts.

Patch caught up with the Thursday’s performers ahead of the concert. They said they don’t intend to copy Mitchell’s sound, but plan to pay homage to her work, instead. Let’s meet a few of the musicians:

Celtic singer Grace Griffith has a reputation for melding musical genres when reinterpreting songs, though she also creates original work. Griffith, who is known for her 2003 Blix Street Records release, “Sands of Time,” has won numerous WAMMIE (Washington Area Music Association) awards for Best Album, Best Artist, Best Folk Album and Best Folk Artist.

At BlackRock, Griffith will perform with Zan McLeod, a multi-instrumentalist with musical roots in Appalachian folk and electric blues-rock. During the 1990s, McLeod released solo album “Highland Soul,” the success of which inspired him to enroll at the Omega Studios’ School of Applied Recording Arts and Sciences in Rockville. He eventually established Tonehouse Recording.

Also in the lineup is Marcy Marxer, whose collaboration with Cathy Fink earned Grammy wins for Best Musical Album For Children: “cELLAbration: A Tribute to Ella Jenkins” in 2004, and “Bon Appétit!” in 2003, according to the Grammy’s online database. Marxer will perform with Tina Chancey at BlackRock.

Sol & Funk Root is a guitar-bass-drum trio that blends rock, funk, blues and soul. Although the band’s music is rooted in blues, Sol dabbles with reggae, jazz, Latin, African music and R&B.

Pianist and guitarist Carey Creed taps her background in rock, Celtic music and gospel music. She named Stevie Wonder, Cheryl Wheeler and, of course, Joni Mitchell, as influences. She said Mitchell’s music inspired her to compose her own songs about social justice and love. Creed has won several vocalist WAMMIEs.

Husband-and-wife team Pete and Maura Kennedy are the two halves that make up The Kennedys --- with Maura on vocals and rhythm guitar, and Pete playing multiple instruments. The couple said they met in Austin, Texas, and had a first date at Buddy Holly’s grave, which according to their online bio, puts their relationship somewhere “between fate and a fairytale.”

If you go

WHAT: A musical tribute to Joni Mitchell, featuring Grace Griffith with Zan McLeod, Marcy Marxer and Tina Chancey, Sol & Funk Root, Cary Creed, and The Kennedys.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19
WHERE: BlackRock Center for the Arts, Germantown
COST: Tickets cost $28 and are available online, at the theater’s box office, or by calling 240-912-1058.

The Music of Joni Mitchell: A Concert to Benefit Planned Parenthood in Asheville Please join us in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell, featuring many local singers and musicians. Tuesday, May 10 7:30pm Singers include: Lisa Abeling, Debi Davidson, Lucianne Evans, Gail Forsyth, Linda Go, Amy Laderoute, Sharon LaMotte, Valorie Miller, Michael Pane, Chris Rosser, Aileen Pearlman, Aaron Price, Peggy Ratusz, Liz Riddick-Aycock, Sarah Kim Wilde, Alisa Kuumba Zuwena. Musicians include Aaron Price (producer/multi-instrumentalist), Nancy Asch (percussion), and Zack Page (basses) amongst others. Tickets are available ONLY at the door the evening of the event. Minimum donation: $10. MASONIC TEMPLE 3rd floor, 80 Broadway Asheville, NC

The play Songs of a Prairie Girl, with six actresses portraying aspects of Joni Mitchell, plays Ottawa as part of the National Arts Centre's Prairie Scene celebration.

Sally Barker (The Poozies) presents a captivating evening of Joni Mitchell's poignant early songs in a show dedicated to one of the truly great singer songwriters. Sally is joined by Glen Hughes on piano and dulcimer and Debbie Cassel on banjo and backing vocals. These musicians take you on a dynamic journey through the heart and mind. More info.

This celebration of Joni Mitchell's genius is much more than just a tribute act. Sally Barker takes some of the most iconic and challenging songs in Joni's catalogue... the result is an evening of music that respects the original arrangements... Joni Mitchell would be proud of what she has inspired. -Peter Doggett, Mojo

Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Dave Blackburn
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N. Lake
Altadena California 91001
(626) 794-2424
Price: $15

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Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet
The Performance Loft
345 N. 5th St
Redlands California 92374
(909) 748-6262
Price: $15

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Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild California 92549
951-659-5212

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Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
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Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Dave Blackburn
Ki's Restaurant
2591 South Highway 101
Cardiff California 92007
760-436-5236

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Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet
Dizzy's @ The San Diego Wine and Culinary Center
200 Harbor Drive, Suite 120
San Diego CA 92101

Price: $15 general adm., $10 student

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Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Robin Adler & Mutts of the Planet
Cafe Aroma
54750 North Circle
Idyllwild California 92549
951-659-5212

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Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

The exhibiton will include works from contemporary artists who have all chosen Mitchell as their subject. Works will include performance, video, painting, drawing, textile, photography and sculpture. Featured artists will include: Chris Bogia, Jason Villegas, Erik Hanson, Abby Williams, Robert Goldsworthy, and Keith Mayerson. More information can be found here.

526 W. 26th Street #605
New York, NY 10001
212.463.8500

"Joni Mitchell is one of the most revered musicians of the last century. She is a confidant, sister, mother, seer and a personification of the artist as archetype. Her influence as a creative muse spans further than the world of music, and many a 'lonely painter' has sought inspirations from her words and chords. Joni is an "artist's diva" - far from the glossy hooks of traditional radio pop stars, she has risen up through the record collections, mix tapes, CD jewel cases and Mp3 players - passed on from one sensitive soul to another for over four decades."

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Gunilla Tornfeldt performs a tribute to Joni. More details here and here.

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Songs Are Like Tattoos - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Four Singer/Songwriters interpret the music of Joni Mitchell
Hosted by Mia Sheard with Lori Cullen, David Matheson and Kevin Fox
More information
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 - Millenium Place, Whistler, BC
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 - Roxy Theatre, Revelstoke, BC
Friday, January 28th, 2011 - Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 - Festival Place, Edmonton AB
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 - Brock University Centre for the Arts, St. Catharines, ON
Saturday, February 5th, 2011 - Capitol Arts Centre, North Bay, ON
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 - Kiwanis Theatre, Chatham, ON
Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - Gibson Centre for the Arts, Alliston, ON
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 - Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON

Join cellist Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf and pianist Simon Mulligan for a unique evening featuring the music of Johannes Brahms and Joni Mitchell, with guest stars Jessica Molaskey and Mary Beth Peil, and arrangements by Jason Robert Brown and Jonathan Tunick. Cover $15.

Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf, cello; Simon Mulligan, piano; Jessica Molaskey, vocals; Mary Beth Peil, vocals; Randy Landau, bass

Sunday, Dec 19 - 8:30PM at The Cornelia Street Cafe in Greenwich Village. More information.

Steynberg Gallery, 1531 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo California 93401, (805) 547-0278, 6:30-9:30 pm, Cover: $5.00

We celebrated the music of Joni Mitchell in September at our Morro Bay showcase, and the response was so strong we had to do it again. Many of the performers from that show return for an encore on Tuesday Dec. 7 at the Steynberg Gallery in SLO: Chick Tuesday, Shannon Savage, Raeme Miner & Johnee Gange, and Kay Ashley. We jazz it up with torch song vocalist Margie Nelson who will cover Joni’s “Be Cool”, which is also on Margie’s new CD “Hungry Girl”! Also performing is Human Nation jazz guitarist Adam Levine. In addition, we will add two Santa Barbarans: Karen Thurber and Tysa Goodrich, also known as Coyoteez (be sure to wish Karen “happy birthday”). More information.

SALLY Barker interprets the songs of the great Canadian singer-songwriter in The Joni Mitchell Project in The Basement at City Screen, York.

"This celebration of Joni Mitchell’s genius is much more than just a tribute act," says Mojo magazine’s Peter Doggett. "Sally Barker takes some of the most iconic and challenging songs in Joni's catalogue and makes them her own. Joni would be proud of what she has inspired."

Sally first came to attention in The Poozies. Tickets for tonight’s concert cost £8, members £7, on 0871 902 5726 or picturehouses.co.uk

Actress and jazz vocalist Kama Ruby ventures into yet another musical area this week with a concert featuring songs written or inspired by Joni Mitchell.

Well known for her sexy jazz standards and jazzy interpretations of classic and alternative rock songs, her latest performance focuses more on Mitchell's songbook, which also has been known to include a jazzy tune or two. Her set list will include Help Me, Woodstock, Jericho, and Blue among others.

Ms. Ruby, who wowed audiences a few months ago with her impersonations of Stevie Nicks and Judy Garland during her performance in The Empty Space's Jukebox Legends, is a huge fan of Mitchell.

"I think Joni Mitchell has been one of the bigger influences in my musical life. Her compositions are so rich with surprisingly complex lyrics and meter changes. I found her songs much harder to learn than I anticipated when I first thought up this project."

The concert, to be held at Don Martin's Metro Galleries in downtown Bakersfield, will showcase not only tunes written by Mitchell, but also those whose writers were inspired by Mitchell, such as Led Zeppelin's Going to California.

"I like a lot of different types of music. I guess I always wanted to be a rock star at heart," she laughed, adding, "I think it's important to embrace and learn from whatever has influenced you if you want to become better at your craft."

Joining her will be three outstanding jazz musicians from the area: Ezekiel Victor (piano), Glen Fong (bass), and Canaan McDuffie (drums). Doors open at 7:30 PM, with the concert starting at 8 PM, Thursday, Nov. 18th. Admission is $10 at the door, all ages admitted.

For more info: www.reverbnation.com/kamaruby or www.kamaruby.com

On Saturday evening, October 9, the performance and visual artist John Kelly will perform his celebrated Joni Mitchell tribute, Paved Paradise: The Art of Joni Mitchell, at the Crowley Theatre. Originally trained as a dancer, Kelly has been creating performance works for the past twenty-five years, "staging" the lives and works of artists such as Egon Schiele, Caravaggio, Antonin Artaud, and Jean Cocteau. He first performed his Joni Mitchell tribute in 1987; since then, he has developed the piece and toured it around the world. In 2003, in an article about Mitchell, New York Times music critic John Rockwell wrote: "Right now, the best live Joni Mitchell is the countertenor-falsettist-drag artist John Kelly in his periodic revivals of his Joni Mitchell act ... If you want to see [Joni Mitchell] in person, catch John Kelly."

There will be two performances of Paved Paradise at the Crowley Theatre on Saturday evening: one at 7:00 PM and one at 10:00. The performances are free, but as seating is limited, reservations are strongly advised.

To make a reservation, click here or call the museum office at 432 729-4362.

Joni Mitchell Tribute night, 7pm until 10pm. Benefit for the School of Music and Arts, 330 East State Street in Ithaca, New York. Many local musicians performing Joni songs to help raise scholarship money for this 50 year old community school!

Now comes word that Kelly is drawing a curtain on the show. Following two performances on Oct. 9 for the Chinati Foundation in Marfa, Kelly plans to retire the piece for good. Fortunately, Austin will have another opportunity to experience the show before then, in two shows, Oct. 6 and 7 at One World Theatre. Miss them at your peril. More information.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - August 17, 2010: Michael Paz, New Orleans Music Producer, and Founder of The Ruth Paz Foundation which is funding the construction of The Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery in Honduras, Central America announced today PAZ FEST II an all-star musical tribute to Joni Mitchell, Friday, September 3, 2010 at 8pm at the Howlin' Wolf, 907 South Peters Street New Orleans, LA. Tickets are $20 and are available in advance at Howlin' Wolf Box Office or by calling (504) 529-5844.

A musical tribute to singer songwriter and cultural icon, Joni Mitchell, Paz Fest II is also a fundraising celebration for the opening of the Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.

Joining the all-star line-up are Beth Patterson, Alexis Marceaux, Ingrid Lucia, DJ G-Cue, Alex McMurray of Royal Fingerbowl, George Porter Jr. of The Meters, Ricky Sebastian, Leslie Smith, The Jesse Boyd Trio, Sharon Martin, Kristen Diablo, Alexandra Scott, Paul Sanchez, Steve Polifka of Milwaukee, Ray Ganacheau, Pat Weathers, Roman Street of Mobile, Alabama and Michael Paz. All will perform Joni Mitchell songs from her amazing catalog.

There will be a concert preview at Ogden After Hours at the Ogden Museum on Thursday, September 2, 2010 from 6-8pm. Free for members or $10 donation to non-members, benefiting the Ruth Paz Foundation. On the same night, the Ogden Museum will also host a book signing for "New Orleans: What Can't Be Lost - 88 Stories and Traditions from the Sacred City," edited by Lee Barclay, photographs by Christopher Porché West.

Named for Ruth Paz, a US native who dedicated her life to help the underprivileged children of Honduras, the Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery is a program of the Ruth Paz Foundation, which has been active in seeking medical treatment for children for over 30 years. "My mother was an incredible guardian for the children of Honduras and I am honored that the musicians of New Orleans would come together for this important cause," said Michael Paz.

Ten years ago a diverse group of musicians and fans gathered at the Howlin' Wolf for Paz Fest 1, a memorable night of music that raised significant funds to support the Ruth Paz Hospital for Burns and Pediatric Surgery. A CD of Paz Fest 1 was released and continues to fund this very important project. It can be purchased at https://www.cdbaby.com/pazfest. Ten years later, Paz Fest II will celebrate the opening of the hospital and will be recorded for a new Paz Fest II CD.

Joni Mitchell's exquisitely crafted words and music shine in this intimate, acoustic concert performed by top New York and Nashville musicians. The show pays tribute to Mitchell, presenting Blue in its entirety, along with many favorites from other early albums including "Song To a Seagull," "Clouds," "Ladies of the Canyon," "For the Roses" and "Court and Spark." More information here.

The Lynn Skinner Quintet brings their popular Joni Mitchell Tribute to Swallow Hill Music in Denver this summer. Daniels Hall is the perfect venue for 4 decades of Joni's music, complete with contemporary arrangements and anecdotes about Joni's amazing career as a songwriter, performer, and artist. Part education, lots of laughs, and all music! More info

David Gizara, host of Thursday Night Jazz at KLCC in Eugene, Oregon will be presenting his annual "Joni Mitchell Jazz Summer Solstice Radio Special" on June 24 starting at 9 pm (Pacific time). This show features instrumental and vocal jazz covers of the music of Joni Mitchell. This year's show will feature the Joni Mitchell songs most covered by other artists. The plan is to segue together sometimes multiple versions of the top twenty covered Mitchell songs in kind of a tone poem format. Be sure and tune in on the internet!

Dear friends,

We are very pleased to announce that advance tickets can now be bought for the May 22nd CD release concert for our new album Safaris to the Heart: The Songs of Joni Mitchell.

We'll have our full 7-piece Mutts of the Planet band performing the incredible music of Joni Mitchell. If you've heard the CD already, you know that the band features amazing musicians and can really lift the roof. If you thought Joni Mitchell was a 60's folk singer, you'll be blown away by the music she wrote in subsequent decades: world music, beat poetry, jazz, pop-rock. We do it all, and we'll be shooting a video that night too so come out and help us make it a great night. If you haven't heard the CD yet, well, we just might have some copies for sale that night! And of course you can listen to tracks from it and order it from our website.

May 22nd 7.30 p.m at Tango Del Rey in San Diego.

From the North: South on Interstate 5, Exit Balboa Ave, Straight to 4th Traffic Light then left on Bunker Hill St. Building directly ahead 3 blks.

From the South: North on Interstate 5, Exit Grand/Garnet Ave, Straight to 3rd Traffic Light then right on Bunker Hill St. Building directly ahead 3 blks.

The room has great sound and is visually stunning. Parking is easy and plentiful. The venue holds about 160 max so we urge you to buy your tickets in advance (see below) as we usually sell out the house.

There's a full bar and you can order food (pastas, pizza, salads etc) but please note the food will only be available before the show.

Buy your tickets in advance using PayPal from https://www.robinadler.com/calendar.html ($20 advance + $1 service charge; $25 at the door)

Hope to see you May 22nd!
Robin & Dave

Wilton Library's Connecticut's Own Sunday concert series takes a slight departure from chamber music on March 21, when local vocalist Suzanne Sheridan performs "Both Sides Now," a musical tribute from 4 to 5 p.m. Ms. Sheridan, a regular performer with the Exit 43 band, appeared last June at the library's annual meeting with the band, and returns for this solo performance.

The free concert is a tribute to Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Joni Mitchell's greatest hits include "Both Sides Now," "Big Yellow Taxi," "You Turn Me On, I'm a Radio," and "Chelsea Morning." Cohen's discography includes "Suzanne," "Anthem," "Like a Bird on a Wire," and "Hallelujah." While reading the book Girls Like Us, Suzanne discovered that Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell were briefly involved in a love affair in the early '70s. Musically, at least, Suzanne has reunited them.

According to Ms. Sheridan, she is "a singer, songwriter and guitarist who loves connecting with people through music." She has won honors in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and has sung jingles for Pepsi, Hardees, Hasbro, Texaco and others. As a songwriter, she has penned "90 Pound Suburban Housewife Driving in Her SUV." She also is a guitarist, photographer, workshop leader and a resident of Westport. She performs in theaters, churches, hospitals and clubs, and her solo singing career has taken her internationally as well.

Wilton Library's Connecticut's Own concert series is free of charge. Advance registration is recommended. Pre-registrants must arrive by 3:50 p.m. to be guaranteed seating. After 3:50 p.m., and if space is available, waitlisted and walk-in registrants will be admitted. For information, directions and to register, visit www.wiltonlibrary.org or call (203) 762-3950 ext. 213. Wilton Library is located in the heart of Wilton Center, Connecticut at 137 Old Ridgefield Road. The final concert date in the series is April 25 with Larry Shiller and Olga Gurevich.

Jay Blakesberg is a San Francisco-based photographer and video director whose work appears regularly in many magazines, including Rolling Stone and Guitar Player. The March 4 event is a Los Angeles premiere exhibit and will feature over 40 images of recognizable faces from the past and present musical landscape. The range of artists featured will include Radiohead, Nirvana, Willie Nelson Jerry Garcia, Widespread Panic, U2, Joni Mitchell, Phish, Dave Matthews, Red Hot Chili Peppers and many more. Opened in 1998, Mr Musichead Gallery is LA's first gallery devoted to featuring a vast and unique collection of album cover art, poster art, fine art and photography that chronicles rock and roll's rich heritage. More info here.

Saturday, March 6; Joni Mitchell Tribute at Hugh's Room in Toronto, hosted by Mia Sheard. Featuring Lily Frost, Wilderness of Manitoba, Leah Salomaa, Paisley Jura & Nick Zubeck. Band: Joan Besen, Ryan Granville-Martin, Chris Gartner, Colleen Allen & Kurt Swinghammer. $22 in advance or $25 at the door.

Alberta Ballet performs Joni's The Fiddle and The Drum at UCLA's Royce Hall in Los Angeles, California. February 26 and 27.

Alberta Ballet performs Joni's The Fiddle and The Drum at the Barclay Theater in Irvine, California.

Alberta Ballet performs Joni's The Fiddle and The Drum at the Paramount Theater in Seattle, Washington.

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to present the newly-formed band, LIMBSAKIMBO in "Court And Spark," at Birdland on Sunday, January 31st at 6pm. The concert will be part of the award-winning series Broadway at Birdland. Sunday, January 31 at 6pm Broadway at Birdland 315 West 44 Street, NYC 212-581-3080

LIMBSAKIMBO follows up it's summer tribute to Marvin Gaye with an exploration and reevaluation of the poetry, intellect, and mystery of Joni Mitchell. From folk to funk, jazz to soul, Joni Mitchell has reinvented and exploded musical styles, and her work inspires Limbsakimbo to continue their pursuit of stylistic freedom and adventurous music making.

LIMBSAKIMBO is Lindsay Mendez, Michael Aarons, and Chris Fenwick, whose creative energy and musical restlessness marked their work together on the recent Broadway revival of Grease. The band will also be joined by Damien Bassman on drums, Mark Vanderpoel on bass, and Summer Boggess on cello.

Lead singer Lindsay Mendez was an original cast member of the most recent Broadway revival of Grease, playing the role of Jan. She also served as a "Mennonette" to Sherie Rene Scott in the critically acclaimed Everyday Rapture at 2nd Stage Theater this past spring. She can currently be seen as Betty Jean in The Marvelous Wonderettes at the Westside Theater.

Guitarist and arranger Michael Aarons has worked with Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Barry Manilow, Patti LaBelle, Paul McCartney, Luther Vandross, Michael McDonald, James Ingram, Liza Minnelli, Elton John and others. He originated the guitar chairs at Laugh Whore, High Fidelity, Grease, 9 to 5, and Memphis, where he currently plays. Michael is an arranger on the hit show, Next To Normal. As a composer, Michael's music has been featured on Lifetime, Style Network and MTV.

Pianist and arranger Chris Fenwick has musical directed productions on Broadway, off-Broadway, and across the country. He has also accompanied and conducted numerous artists in concert including Patti LuPone, Elaine Stritch and Audra McDonald. His most recent project was the world premiere of Michael John LaChiusa's Giant. Currently, he can be seen as Associate Musical Director on The Addams Family.

Nanaimo, British Columbia, January 30, 2010 at The Port Theatre.

Lichfield Arts will kick off life at their temporary home with a performance from Sally Barker. Holy Cross Hall on Chapel Lane will be the venue when she pays tribute to the songs of Joni Mitchell on January 30. Sally a popular performer in Lichfield and has appeared in the city as a member of the Poozies. She'll be joined by Glen Hughes (keyboard/dulcimer) and Debbie Cassell (banjo/vocals) for this latest performance. More info...

Victoria, British Columbia, January 27 and 28, 2010 at The Royal Theatre.

Joni's ballet will be performed 3 times during the Winter Olympics in January. Performance dates are January 22-24 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, BC, Canada. More information can be found here.

Vernon, British Columbia, January 18, 2010 at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.

A series of paintings inspired by a 30-year-old album by Joni Mitchell is featured in a dual exhibition opening Friday at Shawn's Gate Art Gallery & Studio, 409 Main Street in Medina, New York. The show, on view through Jan. 14, 2010, features paintings by Mark Weld of Middleport and metal sculpture by Emil Smith of Medina. More information by calling the Gallery at (585) 733-2153.

Charlie Dee is touring the Netherlands with her Tribute to Joni Mitchell through December 12th in support of her new DVD. Check her website for all the details.

Sally Barker's Joni Mitchell Project will be touring the UK in November. Check out the dates on her website.

Joni Mitchell's star-maker machinery inspires a tribute
BY LISA RICH
35th Anniversary Celebration of Joni Mitchell

When: 8 p.m. Saturday, November 21
Where: Concerts at the Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville
Admission: $23 at the door; concertsatthecrossing.com

When musician Joni Mitchell released her album "Court and Spark" in 1974, she dared to do something different.

The songstress was deliberately stepping away from the folk rock niche that had gained her adoration and scores of publicity and fans.

It was time to experiment with other sounds: jazz and jazz fusion. The process paid off. she later won a Grammy award for the album for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s).

Thirty-five years later, a group of musicians in their own right are paying tribute to Mitchell's release of "Court and Spark" and her decades of inspiring music that followed the album.

Tomorrow night at Concerts at the Crossing in Titusville, singer/songwriter Maura Kennedy is leading the 35th anniversary celebration.

Joining Kennedy will be three of her favorite musical friends including Sloan Wainwright, Kelly Flint and LisaBeth (with Maggie Marshall).

A fundraising event where the entire "Blue" album will be performed by Tina Bell and other local musicians - in collaboration with The Friends of Downs View charity to raise awareness of music therapy, and raise funds so that children at the school and in the local community can continue to benefit from it. The evening will include live music, an insight into music therapy, a fund raising auction and raffle with fantastic prizes.

The organization is appealing to local businesses with strong community links to support our efforts with a donation for our auction/raffle. We would be grateful for anything you can provide – all monies raised will go directly towards funding music therapy for these children. The main performance will be Joni Mitchell’s ‘Blue’ album, sung by Tina Bell and guest stars – so donations of blue items to continue the theme would be fantastic. All donors will be thanked and acknowledged at the event.

Find more information on their website.

Morro Bay Sings Joni - A Tribute to Joni Mitchell. Singers to appear: Lindsay Tomasic, Jody Mulgrew (formally with the Johnny Starlings), Raeme Miner (formally with Resination), Allison Keller and Friends.

November 14th, 2009 at the Morro Bay Vets Hall. Food, Beer, Wine, and Drawing Tickets for sale between 5pm & 7pm. Music starts at 7pm, Tickets are $20.00 ($30.00 at the door). 100% of proceeds go to the Morro Bay Community Foundation. For Ticket info call 805.234.2980.

Raising Funds and Awareness for the Morro Bay Community Foundation, Providing Recreational Activity Scholarships for children in Morro Bay, Los Osos and Cayucos.

FOOD: Homemade soups with salad & bread (Catered by The Galley Seafood Grill and Bar)
WINE: by Clayhouse Wines
BEER: by Einhorn Beer Company
Food, wine and beer not included in price of admission.

This year's Folk Alliance Region(FAR)-West Annual Conference will be held November 6-8, 2009 in Southern California at the Hyatt Regency Irvine in Irvine, California. Steve Dulson reports that a Joni Birthday Tribute and Song Circle will be held on the 7th. Contact Steve for more information.

Happy Birthday Roberta Joan ~ A Star-Studded Joni Mitchell Tribute, will be held Saturday, November 7th at 7pm at Your Inner Vagabond in Pittsburgh, PA. In this very special homage to Joni Mitchell on her 66th birthday, a diverse array of artists (featuring Autumn Ayers, Brewer's Row, The Weathered Road, Heather Kropf, Mark Dignam, Maddie Georgi, Ruby Vere, and The Thomas Twins) will show how Joni has influenced their own songwriting by performing their original songs as well some of their favorites from Joni. Joni-philes will not want to miss a minute of this show, which starts promptly at 7pm. Doors: 6:30pm, Show: 7pm-11:30pm, $8 cover in the Back Lounge. Produced by TR Creative Services.

Joni: A tribute. Brisbane, Australia, November 4. Watch the mini documentary preview here. More infomation here.

The Canwest Cabaret Festival features the "Joni Mitchell Songbook" concert with Heather Bambrick, Suba Sankaran, David Sereda, Elizabeth Sheppard and Denzal Sinclaire. Musical Direction: Suba Sankaran. Two nights, October 29th and 31st at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts (55 Mill Street, Building 49) in Toronto. More information here.

Joni: A tribute. Sydney, Australia, 30 Oct. Watch the mini documentary preview here. More infomation here.

Mapping the Voice of Joni Mitchell: An analysis of the recorded career of Joni Mitchell graphed through the understanding of specific vocal function. Presented by Joseph Gardner. October 30th, 7pm at the Music Theater, School of Music, The University of Auckland, New Zealand

What: Christine Fagan and the Impressions in Jazz Orchestra perform new arrangements of music by Joni Mitchell and Charles Mingus
When: Friday
Where: Dominion-Chalmers United Church, 355 Cooper St., Ottawa, Canada
Tickets: $25/adults, $15/students

"Music at the Movies" presents a Joni Mitchell Tribute in Woodstock, NY at the Tinker Street Cinema featuring some of Woodstock's finest musicians and singers. October 25.

The York Jazz Festival is delighted to present in association with JAZZWA, Both Sides of Joni Mitchell. It will feature jazz and soul vocal legends, Helen Matthews and Annie Neil, along with two outstanding contemporary vocalists from WA Academy of Performing Arts, Kristen Abbott and Georgia Mooney, plus an outstanding trio line-up of musicians performing at the festival. Some of the repertoire will include Blue, Both Sides Now, Woodstock, River and Chelsea Morning.

This performance will not only focus on Mitchell's music but also images of her art, as well as a spoken narrative of the time, people and places that inspired this great artist.

More info here.

Joni: A tribute. Melbourne, Australia, October 23. Watch the mini documentary preview here. More infomation here.

Joni Mitchell Tribute Night, Friday October 16, 2009. 7 pm to ? at The Community School of Music and Arts. Located at 330 E. MLK/State Street in Ithaca, NY 14850. The performers featured are Terry Burns and Ron Kristy, Joe Gaylord, Colleen Kattau, Sue McNamara, John Simon & Tom Farrell, Linda Stout, Patti Witten... and there could be more! For more information, call 607-272-1474 or visit their website.

A special Broadway Close Up presentation, Girls Like Us is based on the bestselling book by Sheila Weller and features the music of Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon. If you grew up listening to these songs, you'll love the unique interpretations of Merkin's stellar cast, which includes Liz Callaway, Barbara Walsh, Capathia Jenkins, Jessica Molaskey and Ann Hampton Callaway. Weller will read from her book and discuss the three artists, whose music influenced and reflects the women's revolution in the '60s and '70s. Come take an eye-opening tour through the stories and songs that have become ingrained in the psyche of America's soul. More information here.

"Joni Mitchell A CASE OF YOU Wine Pairing"
performed by John Kelly
Friday October 2 at 10pm
City Winery, 155 Varick Street, New York
20 Songs, 20 Wines, $55 (price includes wine pairings!)

In the latest of wine pairing City Winery continues the tradition of pairing wine with music with a very special night of Joni Mitchell songs performed live by John Kelly, each accompanied by a wine that we feel best suits the flavor and character of the music. Kelly sings and plays dulcimer and replicates Mitchell s guitar style by way of her signature open tunings; Zecca Esquibel will be joining on Keyboard for this very special night of music and wine.
Two-time Obie Award and recent Rome Prize winner John Kelly will perform a concert of 20 Joni Mitchell s songs culled from Kelly s past four concerts of Joni s work: Shiny Hot Nights , Get Up And Jive , Paved Paradise Redux , and Songs For A Shiny Hot Night: Court And Spark . But unlike those staged concert/performance works, this is a DRAG FREE concert, and the first installment of 'She Is Queen Undisputedly Of Mind Beauty (SIQUOMB): The Joni Mitchell Songbook' , an event with a more specific focus on the drama he finds--and brings to life--in her simultaneously accessible and illusive contemporary art songs.

For More Information or to Purchase tickets visit their website.

This year's JoniFest will be in the mile-high pine forest of Idyllwild, CA which sits in the mountains above the Palm Springs desert. Four days and nights of music-making, hiking, eating and drinking and lots of Joni-talk. The main event will be at The Creekstone Inn which is fully locked out for the event and additional rooms have been reserved off-campus. To attend please check out the Yahoo group created for this event and click the "add to cart" button to send a $100 per person deposit via PayPal. The balance of around $350 will be due in August. This event is hosted by Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler whose all-Joni band "Mutts of the Planet" will be performing.

Vocalist Lynn Skinner returns with her Joni Mitchell tribute. Labor Day, September 7th from 12:30-3:00 PM. Appearing at the Taste of Colorado Festival on the KBCO Stage. Civic Center Park in downtown Denver, Colorado. Free event!

Yael Naim performs a tribute to Joni Mitchell on Sept. 4, 2009 in Paris at La citè de la Musique for the "La Villette Jazz Festival". More info here in English and French.

Vocalist Lynn Skinner returns with her Joni Mitchell tribute. Thursday, August 27th from 7:00-8:30 PM. Thursday Night Live Concert Series at Performance Park in Estes Park, Colorado. Free event!

With the success of their Bob Dylan night, the Towne Crier in Pawling, New York continues their Musical Heritage series by celebrating the music of another of the most influential musicians to emerge from the 1960s folk scene, JONI MITCHELL.

Drawing from the wealth of musical talent in and around the Hudson Valley, this evening will feature collaborations by a group of some of the Hudson Valley’s finest musicians and singer-songwriters. Their intent is to expand the boundaries of the great tradition of singing songs together, and fueling the spirit.

A Tribute to Joni at Jazzclub Fasching in Stockholm, Sweden with Gunilla Hedin, Efraim Olofsson, and Marcus Högquist. Check their website for more details.

National Public Radio's World Cafe with host David Dye will be broadcasting an interview with Michelle Mercer, author of the book Will You Take Me As I Am - Joni's Blue Period, Thursday, August 13th, 2009. The session will air in the 2nd hour of the show as part of World Cafe's Summer Reading Series. Find when your local station will broadcast the show and tune in. Worldwide, you can listen to the audio stream from 2-4pm EST. After Thursday, the audio will be available on the NPR website.

John Kelly Sings The Joni Mitchell Songbook: "Songs for a Shiny Hot Night" Four Nights of Peace, Love & Music: A Castle Clinton Tribute to Woodstock. August 06, 2009 at 7:00pm in Battery park, New York City. Ever since appearing as the renowned "Joni Mitchell" at the first Wigstock, John Kelly cast a spell of illusion that continues to captivate audiences. In a loving tribute, this award winning and extremely gifted performance artist will provide us with an intimate journey through songs from 'Blue' and 'Court and Spark'. Tickets will be distributed 2 per person, outside Castle Clinton on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5:00PM on the day of the show.

Obie Award-winning performance artist John Kelly will bring his acclaimed performance piece Paved Paradise Redux: The Art of Joni Mitchell to San Francisco's Rrazz Room, July 30-August 2. For tickets, visit RRazzroom. For more information, visit John's website.

Yael Naim will be hosting a Tribute to Joni Mitchell at the Vienne Jazz Festival. Check her website for all the details.

From the jazz festival website:
"C'est un rêve que j'ai failli abandonner en cours de route", dit Yaël Naim de son dernier album, fruit de la rencontre avec le multi instrumentiste David Donatien.

Dotée d'une voix à la pureté troublante et d'un beau talent de compositrice, la chanteuse israélienne y chemine entre un folk gracile et une pop aérienne, entre ascétisme et fantaisie. Née en 1978 à Paris, Yaël a longtemps vécu à Ramat Hacharon, non loin de Tel-Aviv. "Je me souviens qu'il y avait un petit orgue à la maison sur lequel je pianotais sans arrêt. Un jour, en rentrant de l'école, j'ai trouvé un vrai piano dans ma chambre". Suivront 10 ans de conservatoire et de cours de piano classique : "je n'avais alors qu'une idée en tête : écrire des symphonies !". À 12 ans, Yaël découvre Sgt Pepper et Abbey Road des Beatles.Adolescente, elle se délecte de la soul d'Aretha Franklin. Vers 18 ans, un "flash" illumine la vie de la jeune chanteuse : Joni Mitchell. Cette musique ne la quittera jamais plus. Dans un club de jazz de Tel-Aviv, elle rencontre les musiciens de Winston Marsalis et donne quelques concerts avec eux. Yaël Naim forme son propre groupe en Israël, The AntiCollision. "Un cursus classique, mon goût pour la pop, le jazz et le folk... J'ignorais comment j'allais canaliser tout ce flot hétéroclite, mais je savais que je voulais en faire des chansons". Un concert la ramène à Paris en 2000. Quatre jours plus tard elle signe un contrat avec EMI. Le réalisateur Elie Chouraqui l'engage pour jouer Myriam dans la comédie musicale Les Dix Commandements, puis la sollicite pour la bande originale de son film Harrison's Flower. Son premier album (In A Man's Womb) est pourtant un échec. En 2004, c'est la rencontre avec David Donatien. Percussionniste d'origine antillaise, David a multiplié les contributions les plus variées, de Bernard Lavilliers à Wassis Diop ou Malia. Il est également un arrangeur et producteur remarquable. C'est David qui encouragera Yaël à défendre ses chansons en hébreu. Leur complicité est si patente qu'ils préfèrent désormais se présenter comme un groupe. Un groupe qui, entouré de musiciens de la trempe d'Eric Légnini (au piano), Stéphane Belmondo (à la trompette) ou Dré Pallemaerts (à la batterie) vient ici rendre un hommage empli de sensibilité à l'immense Joni Mitchell. Si l'on en juge par la sérénité qui se dégage de la chanteuse aux cheveux de jais, Yaël semble avoir désormais canalisé son "joli bordel intérieur" (beautiful mess inside).

Bryant Park, NYC - Noted Finger Drummer James Wood Teams With John Jeremiah Sullivan for a lunchtime performance in Bryant Park for an event marking the publication of Heavy Rotation, a collection of essays on music written by an assortment of contemporary writers.
The collection, edited by Peter Terzian and published by Harper Perennial, features an essay by Mr. Wood on the Who and one by Mr. Sullivan on early blues. It also contains a piece by Josh Ferris on Pearl Jam, Benjamin Kunkel on The Smiths, Colm Tóibín on Joni Mitchell, and 15 others.

The Acoustic Storm, a nationally-syndicated radio show airing on over 75 stations, will be featuring Joni as the spotlight artist in the 'Eye of The Storm' on June 27 and 28. More details and streaming information here.

Obie Award-winning performance artist John Kelly will present Paved Paradise Redux: The Art of Joni Mitchell, June 18-27 at the Abrons Arts Center - 466 Grand Street (at Pitt Street) in New York. The show will be produced by TWEED TheaterWorks in association with Robbi Kearns, and directed by Kevin Malony.

Kelly, who has performed the work of the Canadian singer-songwriter for many years, will evoke Mitchell's own smoky soprano as he sings songs from the various stages of her career in their original key. He also plays dulcimer and replicates Mitchell's guitar style by way of her signature open tunings.

The show's creative team includes musical director Zecca Esquibel; there will also be a video component featuring Kevin Joseph (a.k.a. Flotilla DeBarge) as journalist Tavis Smiley in a recreation of his PBS interview with Mitchell.

Fore more information, visit John's website.

David Gizara, Thursday Night Jazz host on KLCC 89.7 FM, Eugene, Oregon, will be doing his annual special radio show of Joni Mitchell songs covered by mostly jazz artists. This year's show will feature covers of Joni's "Blue" album and can be heard on Thursday, June 18th from 10pm until 1am Pacific time (that's GMT-7). Tune into the internet stream and give it a listen!

Michelle Mercer will be reading from and signing her book Will You Take Me As I Am at Northshire Books in Manchester Center, Vermont on June 13th at 7pm. Special musical guest Bryan Thomas (no stranger to the Joni Internet community) will provide the soundtrack to the book signing with a short, live set of his inimitable music after the reading. The bookstore is located at 4869 Main Street in Manchester Center. Call 802-362-2200 or 800-437-3700 for more information.

The Poozies' mainstay singer will be appearing at the Bridgwater Arts Centre presenting a Joni Mitchell tribute show on Thursday, June 11 from 8pm. Sally Barker has been compared to Joni a number of times and Big Yellow Taxi was one of the first songs she ever sang live. She will be joined on the night by Glenn Hughes, who according to the arts centre is like Sally in his musical ability to breathe within the fabric of Joni's material and give it fresh life without sacrificing the authenticity of her songs. Tickets cost £9 or £8 concessions. Call 01278 422700 for more information.

"Both Sides Now: A Joni Mitchell Musical Tribute"
Generic Theater under Chrysler Hall
215 St. Paul's Blvd
Norfolk, Virginia

Starring Cayley Waldo and Melanie Hudnall as Joni, and Saveras Anoia as Johnny Cash, "Both Sides Now: The Joni Mitchell Musical" is a musical tribute that recreates and celebrates many of Joni's memorable concert performances. Tickets are $15. More infomation here.

"Songs of Joni Mitchell" - 7 pm Sunday, May 31st, 2009.
Dizzy's @ the San Diego Wine and Culinary Center
Harbor Club Towers 2nd floor;
2nd Avenue and J Street
San Diego CA 92101

Price: $15 general admission $12 student

Featuring Robin Adler-vocals; Dave Blackburn-guitars,drums & percussion; Dave Curtis- Bass; Barnaby Finch-Keyboards

For information call 760-723-1056

The 10th Feminist Theory and Music symposium will take place on the University of North Carolina - Greensboro campus in historic Greensboro, North Carolina, from May 27-31. Those in the area won't want to miss Paper Session 7 on Saturday, May 30 from 2:00-4:30 PM. Lloyd 'Chip' Whitesell, author of the book The Music of Joni Mitchell will be giving a talk entitled The Influence of Laura Nyro on Joni Mitchell.

Here is Chip's own abstract on the talk:

While Joni Mitchell is usually sparing in her praise of her contemporaries (especially female figures), she has always spoken highly of Laura Nyro. Nyro's career was shorter-lived than Mitchell's, and awareness of the originality and importance of her music has faded. But in the late 1960s, when Mitchell was launching her recording career, Nyro was touted by critics and peers as a leading artist in the new singer-songwriter genre. Mitchell admits, "Laura exerted an influence on me. I looked to her and took some direction from her." My aim is to identify what this influence consisted of. Nyro's second and third albums (Eli and the Thirteenth Confession [1968], New York Tendaberry [1969]) will exemplify characteristics of her style. While one can point to a few specific mannerisms picked up by Mitchell, more crucial are general aesthetic directions as evident in matters of form, performance and artistic vision. Before the encounter, Mitchell tended to refine even the most painful subjects through a restrained, decorative filter. Piano-centered, Nyroesque songs first appear on Mitchell's third album, Ladies of the Canyon (1970), while Blue (1971) and For the Roses (1972) exhibit the most pervasive influence. By contrasting specific songs before and after 1969 I show how Mitchell explored a musical vein pioneered by Laura Nyro.

More info can be found at the Symposium's website.

Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler will be performing live and "unplugged" on SignOn Radio's "Fill in the Blank" program Friday, May 29th from 11:30am to 12:30pm PST. They will be playing and talking about Joni. Tune in (and call in at 888-642-2468 to comment) or catch the podcast.

The McGill University Mini-Music series will takes place every Tuesday evening from 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 28 to June 9, 2009 at the Schulich School of Music's Tanna Schulich Hall. On May 5, Prof. Lloyd Whitesell, Musicology Area, Department of Music Research, discusses the Music of Joni Mitchell. Space is limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Lloyd is the author of the book by the same name, The Music of Joni Mitchell. For more information visit the Mini Music website.

Brisbane's multiple award-winning songstress, Katie Noonan, joins Topology for a joyous, musical collaboration with a very special homage to Joni and her album Blue.
Location: Brisbane Powerhouse Centre for the Arts
Address: 119 Lamington Street, New Farm
More information here.

Robin Adler and Dave Blackburn present "The Songs of Joni Mitchell" on Saturday, April 18th at 7.30pm at the Fallbrook House of the Arts, 432 E. Dougherty Street in Fallbrook, California. Tickets are $20 in advance from RobinAdler.com or $25 at the door. For information call 760-723-1056.

"The Songs of Joni Mitchell" - 3-5 pm. A House concert at the Encinitas home of sculptors T.J Dixon and Jim Nelson. A lovely salon setting surrounded by fine art and sculpture. Coffee and desserts will be served.

Robin Adler-vocals; Dave Blackburn-guitars/percussion; Dave Curtis-Bass/keys/vocals; Barnaby Finch-Keyboards/vocals

Address will be sent via private email upon ticket purchase. Price: $20. Reservations required. SOLD OUT. More info

There will be a 2nd (annual??) Joni Mitchell tribute at Hugh's Room in Toronto on Saturday, March 7th, 2009. A handful of very talented local singers/artists will be performing Joni's songs. This will be the second year in a row that Hugh's Room has hosted this event. Last year it sold out quickly. They expect the same response this year.

Hosted by Mia Sheard, other performers include Layah Jane, Lori Cullen, Valery Gore, Kevin Fox, Kurt Swinghammer, Sacha Williamson, David Celia, Snowblink, Troy Feener, Joan Besen and Chris Gartner. Tickets are $22 in advance, $25 at the door. The show starts at 8:30pm. For more information, please contact Mia Sheard at by email.

SONGS ARE LIKE TATTOOS: A Tribute to Joni Mitchell
Hugh's Room - 2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto (416) 531-6604

Heads up, New Yorkers! Michael Arden, most recently seen on the New York stage in the City Center Encores! production of Juno, will salute the work of Joni Mitchell in October at Joe's Pub.
Arden will perform Mitchell's "Blue" album in its entirety. The 11:30 PM concerts Oct. 28-30 will feature new arrangements penned by Todd Almond.
Joe's Pub is located within the Public Theater at 425 Lafayette Street. Tickets, priced $20, are available by visiting www.joespub.com.

Attention Floridians:
WMNF Presents: You Turn me on I'm a Radio: a Tribute to Joni Mitchell
WHEN: Saturday, November 1st, 6pm-Midnight
WHAT: 14 bands/solo performers do their versions of Joni Mitchell songs
WHERE: Skipper's Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road (at Nebraska), Tampa
COST: Tickets $12 advance/$15 door

For more information you can visit the venue website.

On August 14, 2008 at 7:30 pm Strathmore Hall (Washington DC area) presents A TRIBUTE TO JONI MITCHELL in the Music Center at Strathmore. This will be the 5th Strathmore tribute show produced by Bandhouse Gigs, showcasing an amazing array of D.C. based talent to honor an esteemed musical artist. Previous Strathmore Summer Concert Series finales have paid tribute to the music of Nils Lofgren in 2004, The Band (2005), and Neil Young (2006). All were held on the Strathmore lawn and each drew crowds in excess of 4,000. In 2007 the show moved inside to the state of the art 1,970 seat Music Center for a sold out show paying tribute to the music of Bob Dylan.

This year's Tribute to Joni Mitchell will celebrate one of the most heralded songwriters and artists in popular music. Over the course of her remarkable 40+ year career, Joni Mitchell has explored and expanded the boundaries of folk, rock, pop, and jazz, crafting classics including Both Sides Now, Woodstock, & Help Me. Joni Mitchell has recorded more than 25 albums and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. Her music continues to influence several generations of artists and fans.

Almost 50 area performers will be participating in the tribute, including popular veterans like Mary Ann Redmond, Jon Carroll, Naked Blue, and John Jennings (Mary Chapin Carpenter) ; respected artists such as Carey Creed, Chaise Lounge, Esther Haynes, Deeme Katson, Cal Everett, One Horse Town, and Diane Rosenthal; and electrifying new talents Luke Brindley, Laura Burhenn (Georgie James), LEA, Margot MacDonald, and Chelsea Lee. Other musicians performing in the show include current Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith (who recorded with Joni Mitchell on 'Turbulent Indigo'), drummers Timm Biery and Andy Hamburger, bassists Scott Ambush (Spyro Gyra) & Scott Giambusso, guitarists Dan Hovey and Keith Grimes (Eva Cassady), saxophonists Al Williams & Wayne Sulc, conguero Cesar Vanegas, and keyboardists Bill Starks, John Hurd, and Daniel Brindley.

Bandhouse Gigs is comprised of Ronnie Newmyer, Chuck Sullivan, David Sless, and Danny Schwartz. Newmyer and Sullivan are veteran musicians, Schwartz is a musician and ace audio engineer, and Sless has spent more than 33 years coordinating and stage managing live events and mixing sound at a variety of area venues.

The tribute series began in 2004 when Strathmore and WAMA partnered to present the Washington Timeline Concert Series, a yearlong event recognizing nationally acclaimed D.C. based musicians. Newmyer and Sullivan were asked to organize a tribute concert to honor guitarist Nils Lofgren as a finale to the series. That wildly successful effort has evolved into a popular annual event that serves to showcase the diverse and richly talented music scene in the D.C. area. Strathmore, under the guidance of artistic director Shelley Brown, has collaborated with Bandhouse Gigs to put together these unique and inspiring shows that cap off each Summer Concert Series.

For more information on Bandhouse Gigs contact: Ronnie Newmyer

Good news for Joni's many fans in The Netherlands and surrounding areas...Dutch singer Charlie Dée will be touring with her band for a Joni Tribute. Check her website for dates and locations, and enjoy!

Good news for Toronto-area Joni fans! Hugh's Room proudly presents "Songs Are Like Tatoos - A Tribute To Joni Mitchell" on Saturday, February 23. Scheduled performers include Mia Sheard, Harmony Trowbridge, Kurt Swinghammer, Caitlin Hanford, Dan Goldman, Joan Besen, Paul Linklater, Chris Gartner, Ryan Granville-Martin + special guests!

Get the new year off to a Joni start! The Raymond Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, Florida will present "Blue: A Tribute to Joni Mitchell" January 2nd through the 4th. Included in the performance will be "Blue" performed in its entirety.

Passing through the Palm Springs, California area next month? The Dezart One Gallery presents Sherry Rayn Barnett's "Icons of Pop Music, Three Decades of Pop Music." The exhibit runs from November 8, 2007 to December 2, 2007. Sherry Rayn Barnett is a widely published music photographer, based in Los Angeles, who has been photographing our generation's finest musicians "in concert" for over three decades. From the early 70's to the present, Sherry has captured the essence of the live performance, spanning the world of pop, rock, jazz, folk, country and blues. Her dynamic onstage photographs & exclusive portraits have graced the covers of CD's, records, books and magazines and have featured musical legends as diverse as The Carpenters, Nina Simone, Janis Joplin, James Taylor, George Harrison, Joni Mitchell, Tina Turner, Bonnie Raitt, kd Lang, BB King, David Bowie and Prince at the height of their careers. This special showing includes never seen before images of pop icons from the 70's to the present, whose music has become the soundtrack of our lives. For more information, see both Sherry's website and the Dezart One website

The Skaneateles (NY) Arts Council is very honored and excited to present 'A Tribute to Joni Mitchell: A Concert by Maria De Angelis and Friends' on April 28, 2007 at the First Presbyterian Church in Skaneateles, NY. "Joni Mitchell is one of the most important figures in contemporary music of the past forty years. Her body of work as a composer, singer, painter, and poet is unparalleled, and we are so excited to perform her music in Skaneateles," Maria DeAngelis said.

DeAngelis will perform with five multi-talented musicians: Tori DeAngelis, Phil Flanigan, Karen Oberlin, Hanna Richardson and David Yaffe. Maria is a well-know NY jazz singer and songwriter who has produced four CD's of original songs. David Yaffe, who will play piano in the concert, recently interviewed Joni Mitchell for an article which appeared in The New York Times on Sunday, February 4, 2007. "Joni Mitchell is in possession of one of the most extraordinary song catalogs of the past half-century," he writes. "I couldn't agree more with Mr. Yaffe's view on the beauty and importance of Joni Mitchell's work, and I think the audience will be delighted and moved by the very respectful approach Maria DeAngelis has taken in interpreting the genius of her art song" said Joe Strodel, Jr., Arts Council president.

The Skaneateles Arts Council has partnered with the Everson Museum of Art, a leading museum in New York State designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, on a pre-concert reception, titled Everson Museum of Art presents "Music, Martinis, and Joni Mitchell Masterpieces", to kick-off the concert. The venue for the reception will be announced in early March. A Tribute to Joni Mitchell is sponsored by; Auburn Public Theater; CNY Fertility & Healing Arts Center; Cultural Resources Council; Eagle Newspapers; Everson Museum of Art; Henry Diltz Photography, Leslie and Robert Neulander MD, JoniMitchell.com, Michele Gardner Design; Robert Kiltz, MD; Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce; and the Skaneateles Press. Ticket information: 315-685-0552.

The Everson Museum of Art is pleased to announce a special gathering celebrating the arts, Music, Martinis and Joni Mitchell Masterpieces, to be held at the Skaneateles, New York home of Kimball and James Kraus on April 28, 2007 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Music, Martinis & Joni Mitchell Masterpieces is a gathering to celebrate the arts and the communities they impact. The event will combine the visual arts and music by serving as the pre-concert gathering for A Tribute to Joni Mitchell: A Concert by Maria De Angelis and Friends, a concert sponsored by the Skaneateles Area Arts Council. The pre-concert event will put concert-goers in the mood for a great evening with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and lively conversation in the setting of one of Skaneateles' most beautiful homes.

The Everson is pleased to partner with the Skaneateles Area Arts Council on this event, which is organized by the Skaneateles Committee for the Everson. The Skaneateles Committee for the Everson is a group of citizens dedicated to bringing the visual arts, in particular the Everson Museum of Art, to the community of Skaneateles. The committee includes: Jim and Kimball Kraus, Rick and Ann Capozza, Tim and Illysa Green, John and Kim Mezzalingua, Raz Rahman and Susie Birchenough, Jack and Stephanie Rudnick, Joseph Strodel, Jr. and Therese Verley Strodel.

Tickets are $125 per couple and $75 for individuals and include pre-concert cocktail reception, patron seating to A Tribute to Joni Mitchell: A Concert by Maria De Angelis and Friends (concert to be held at 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church) and a Household Membership to the Everson Museum of Art. Advance reservations are required. Space is limited; reservations are requested no later than April 13, 2007. Proceeds of the pre-concert cocktail event benefit the Everson. Contact the Everson Museum of Art (315) 474-6064 to purchase ticket packages or for more information. To purchase concert-only tickets at $20.00 each (excludes the Everson Museum's reception package), please visit skaneateles.com

About the Everson Museum of Art

The Everson Museum of Art, whose roots extend to 1897, is internationally recognized for its extensive and significant collection of ceramics, its pioneering art video collection and its distinctive structural design by the noted architect I.M. Pei. In addition to exhibitions, the Everson presents a monthly Contemporary Film Series, regular Artists Open events and a wide variety of art education programs for adults and children.

The Everson is open to the public Tuesday - Friday and Sunday Noon - 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is free with a suggested donation of $5 per person. For more information please visit Eversons's website.

About the Skaneateles Area Council for the Arts

The mission of the Arts Council is to celebrate the visual and performing arts by creating an environment where cultural activity thrives in our community.The Skaneateles Area Arts Council is a 501 C (3) not-for-profit organization. To learn more about the Arts Council, To Learn more, please visit their website.

For more information, contact:
Sarah Tiedemann, Communications Associate
Everson Museum of Art
401 Harrison Street
Syracuse, New York 13202
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The Skaneateles Area Arts Council is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers, musician, composer, author, and editor, will Emcee "A Tribute to Joni Mitchell: A Concert by Maria De Angelis and Friends" on Saturday, April 28 at 8 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Skaneateles.

"Joni is a creative giant," said Rodgers, whose book Rock Troubadours features an in-depth conversation with Mitchell on her craft as a guitarist, composer, and lyricist. "Interviewing her and exploring her creative process was one of the high points of my life as a music journalist. Her songs resonate through so much of contemporary music. I am delighted to participate as Emcee for this tribute concert to her in Skaneateles." Rodgers was the founding editor of the international monthly magazine Acoustic Guitar and still serves the magazine as a contributing editor. He also reports on the music scene for NPR's All Things Considered, and is the author, most recently, of The Complete Singer-Songwriter.

As a guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, Rodgers has scored a rock musical, performed at San Francisco clubs with the band Heavy Wood, and released a solo CD called Traveling Songs. He will also be performing his Skaneateles debut on April 21st at Creekside Books and Coffee at 7:30 pm. To learn more about Rodgers, please visit his website. To purchase concert tickets, please visit skaneateles.com.

Heads up to Joni fans in the DC area! The Institute of Musical Traditions has announced a Joni Tribute show coming up on Monday, March 19 at the Saint Mark Presbyterian Church in Rockville, MD. With a long list of confirmed and established musicians performing Joni's music it promises to be quite a show!

Those in the vicinity of Amherst, New York are in for a treat from January 11 through February 11, 2007. A poignant journey of life told through dance and the remarkable songs of Joni Mitchell, "Familiar Strangers" is a World Premiere theatrical presentation to be staged at the MusicalFare Theatre on the campus of Daemen College. You can find more information on the theater's website.

For Joni fans in the Pittsburgh, PA area - On Saturday, December 2nd, a great line-up of local and out-of-town artists will gather at the area's newest home for live music, the Make Your Mark Artspace & Coffeehouse in Point Breeze, to pay tribute to a music icon who has had a major influence on their songwriting, Joni Mitchell. The show's title, "It's Comin' on Christmas..." ~ A Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert is a reference to Mitchell's song "River" from her classic "Blue" album. Featured will be local artists Brad Yoder, Heather Kropf and Clark Slater, and making their Pittsburgh debut will be Baltimore's Joanne Juskus and a duo from New Jersey called Folk By Association.

"This show is not the typical tribute show," reports producer Maree Gallagher of TR Creative Services, "It will not be a marathon of Joni covers, but rather a showcase of each artist's originals while incorporating a few of their favorite Joni songs.Each of these artists cite Joni as a major influence on their music, and the best way to demonstrate that influence is by sharing their own works."

The Make your Mark Artspace & Coffeehouse, a cozy, non-smoking, vegetarian cafe, has been hosting live acoustic music once per month since May. Owners Hemi Braunstein and Amy Siebert, both Joni-philes themselves, are excited to host this special all ages show. "Admission is free, but tips are encouraged and go directly to the artists." remarked Braunstein. "We'll have our delicious food available by advance reservation and those over 21 are welcome to BYOB."

The concert runs from 5pm to 10pm and seating and space is limited, so Joni fans are encouraged to get there early. Starting things off will be emerging local artist Hayley, whose sound is a mix of Sarah McLachlan and Natalie Merchant, but whose writing is strongly influenced by Joni.

For more info, please contact the Make Your Mark Artspace & Coffeehouse, 412-365-2117.

Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler have a few dates planned for "The Songs of Joni Mitchell", their musical tribute to Joni. Be sure to catch them if you are in the California area!

April 1: Skye at Night, Idyllwild, CA
April 20: Hot Monkey Love Cafe, San Diego, CA 619.582.5908
June 3: House concert, Encinitas, CA 760.723.1056
November 4: Dizzys, San Diego, CA

If you're in the Encinitas, CA area - mark your calendar for 7:30 this Saturday, June 3 for "The Songs Of Joni Mitchell" - A House Concert by Dave Blackburn and Robin Adler.
Tickets $20; reservations required.

A House concert at the Encinitas home of sculptors T.J Dixon and Jim Nelson. A lovely salon setting surrounded by fine art and sculpture.

Only seating for 50 people.

Robin Adler-vocals; Dave Blackburn-guitars/percussion; Evan Stumpges-bass; Barnaby Finch-keyboards;Roger Friend-drums/percussion

Call 760-723-1056 or email robin@robinadler.com for ticket info

The Storefront has announced the song list for its second production of 2006. Tales of Joni: The Storefront Sings Mitchell will be presented on Sundays, April 23rd and 30th at 7pm at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre (61 Christopher St., in the heart of New York’s West Village).

A stellar array of theatre and cabaret performers will present Mitchell’s work over the course of the two evenings.

The song list is as follows:

Ensemble – "The Circle Game"
Michael Holland – "A Strange Boy"
Sarajean Devenport – "All I Want"
Jeff Blumenkrantz – "My Old Man"
Suzanne Fiore – "A Case of You"
Baby Jane Dexter – "Be Cool"
Tim DiPasqua – "Woodstock"
Kate Pazakis – "River"
Rachel Ulanet – "California"
Nick Cearley – "Big Yellow Taxi"
Gabrielle Stravelli – "Woman of Heart & Mind"
Brandon Cutrell – "The Priest Song"
Liz McCartney – "Night Ride Home"
Jarrod Cafaro – "He Played Real Good For Free"
Ensemble – "Both Sides Now"

There is a $12 cover charge ($10 for members of MAC and Cabaret Hotline Online), as well as a two-drink minimum. Credit cards are accepted, and no one under 21 will be permitted. For reservations, please call 212.255.5438.

The Storefront announced a second song list for its second production of 2006. Tales of Joni: The Storefront Sings Mitchell was presented on Sunday, April 30th at 7pm at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre (61 Christopher St., in the heart of New York’s West Village).

The lineup of performers and songs for this performance:
Ensemble – "The Circle Game"
Michael Holland – "Conversation"
Baby Jane Dexter – "Two Grey Rooms"
Lisa Asher – "Raised on Robbery"
Tim DiPasqua – "Night in the City"
Ricky Ritzel – "Twisted"
Todd Almond & Pamela Bob – "You Turn Me On, I’m a Radio"
Karen Mack – "The Hissing of Summer Lawns"
Bobby Belfry – "California"
Brandon Cutrell – "The Priest"
Kate Pazakis – "River"
Brian Nash – "Last Time I Saw Richard"
Ensemble – "Both Sides Now"

San Francisco Joni fans have a chance to enjoy a new interpretation of her music this month when American Conservatory Theater's Young Conservatory (YC) presents Ladies of the Canyon: The Music of Joni Mitchell. In an A.C.T. press release, Creator/Director Craig Slaight says "I was drawn to Joni Mitchell by her immense skills as a musician and poet ... her music is universal, ageless, and the perfect source for dramatic interpretation." The entire program is sung, solo and in ensemble, with each of the 24 songs in the show presented as a dramatic scene.

Ladies of the Canyon: The Music of Joni Mitchell is the latest production in YC's New Plays Program, which focuses on "creating theatrical explorations of the works of contemporary composers, with the goal of creating pieces that look at the world through youthful eyes." Earlier productions have been conceived around the music of Simon and Garfunkel, as well as around the music of Bob Dylan (the Bob Dylan show was also staged at the National Theatre in London).

With musical direction by Krista Wigle and music adaptation by Naomi Sanchez, the show opens June 5 and runs through June 19 at Zeum Theater, at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco. Tickets are available by calling 415.749.2228, online at the A.C.T. website, or at the door.

Coffee House, the new cabaret series presented at New York City's Daryl Roth Theatre Complex's D-Lounge, will continue Sept. 26 with an evening celebrating the music of Joni Mitchell.

Among those scheduled to interpret the tunes of the famed singer-songwriter are Lisa Asher, Brandon Cutrell, Sarajean Devenport, Baby Jane Dexter, Tim DiPasqua, Michael Holland, Karen Mack, Liz McCartney and Rachel Ulanet. Show time is 7 PM.

Phil Geoffrey Bond will direct the concert, which will feature musical direction by Ray Fellman.

Joni Mitchell's numerous songs include "Both Sides Now," "Eastern Rain," "A Case of You," "The Circle Game," "Big Yellow Taxi," "All I Want," "River" and "Chelsea Morning."

Liz McCartney starred on Broadway in Mamma Mia!, Taboo, Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera and the short-lived musical Dance of the Vampires. She also spent nearly two years in the Boston production of Nunsense, and her regional credits include Paint Your Wagon, The Rocky Horror Show and Fifty Million Frenchmen. McCartney was recently seen Off-Broadway in the musical Bingo.

The Daryl Roth Theatre is located at 101 E. 15th Street. There is a $10 cover charge and a two-drink minimum for each evening. Call (212) 375-1110, ext. 3 for reservations or e-mail dloungeroth@aol.com.

The Prairie Theatre Exchange in Winnipeg unveils Joni Mitchell: River this weekend, a new production that PTE artistic director Allen MacInnis describes as a "theatrical concert." Using 28 of Joni's songs, the imaginitively conceived segments making up the production touch a variety of subjects Joni addresses in her deft descriptions of what she's called "the arc of human relationships." MacInnis's Joni-inspired creations include "Falling in Love," "Psych Ward" and "Wisdom," in addition to other segments devoted to Joni's world view on war, big business and morality. Instead of dialogue, the actors use lyrics in solo and group performances to tell their stories. Musical arrangments for the show's songs, which include Big Yellow Taxi, Carey, A Case of You, Shadows and Light, Help Me and Woodstock, are by guitarist Greg Lowe. Joni Mitchell: River runs through February 10.

Originally founded in 1973 as the Manitoba Theatre Workshop, The Prairie Theatre Exchange teaches theatre for adults and children, and began to produce adult works in 1981; notable past productions include a production of George Ryga's The Ecstasy of Rita Joe, with aboriginal actors playing the aboriginal roles.

Stumped: Joni was the subject of one of the clues (in the Grammy Award category) last night on Jeopardy! (All right, I know it's not exactly a major news flash, but things have been kind of slow lately.) The clue: "She won a Grammy in 2000 for her Both Sides Now -- we loved her in the 60s." The clueless: Contestant number one buzzed in with the question "Who is Barbra Streisand?" There's a couple hundred bucks up in smoke.

Tonight, there'll be a concert in NYC's Central Park called "Joni's Jazz." Well, it's more than a concert, it's a cultural event. Singers and musicians will be performing songs written by Joni, including a complete performance of the album Hejira! This should be quite special! The official JM.COM reporter for the show will be Patrick Leader, who will be sending in his review the morning after.

Here's what you need to know:

Thursday, July 1st (raindate, Friday, July 2nd), at Summerstage - tickets $10. - $30.

It's the Hissing of Summerstage - a Canada Day celebration of Joni Mitchell's most adventurous period as a recording artist - from Court And Spark to Mingus. Vernon Reid leads a stellar band (including percussionist Don Alias, who's worked with Joni) with a lineup of incredible guest vocalists in a one-time live performance, including the album Hejira in its entirety.

Central Park Summerstage - a special fundraiser event:

"JONI'S JAZZ"
(line-up a/o 6/28/99)-

The final lineup of guest singers (not counting the unexpected) is Toshi Reagon, Dean Bowman (ex-Screaming Headless Torsos), Carl Hancock Rux, Jane Siberry, Christina Wheeler (David Byrne band), PM Dawn, Chaka Khan, Eric Andersen, Joy Askew (ex-Peter Gabriel band), Joe Jackson, Erin Hamilton (Carol Burnett's daughter / dance music star), Duncan Sheik, Holly Cole, John Kelly, and Jon Hendricks with Annie Ross.

The band is Vernon Reid - guitars, Jerome Harris - guitars (Sonny Rollins band), Matthew Garrison - bass (son of Jimmie Garrison - legendary bassist with Coltrane and Ornette Coleman), Ben Perowsky - drums, Don Alias - drums, Minu Cinelu - percussion (Pat Metheny band), Joy Askew - piano/lead& backing vocals, Brian Charette - keyboards, Leon Gruenbaum - keyboards, Ravi Coltrane - soprano sax, Don Byron - clarinet, Doug Weiselman - woodwinds (Lounge Lizards/Laurie Anderson band), Graham Haynes - cornet, Jane Scarpantoni - cello (Indigo Girls/Duncan Sheik), Christina Wheeler - lead / backing vocals, and Sheryl Marshall - backing vocals (Buster Poindexter band/Al Kooper band).