Mitchell's Muse

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

Joni Mitchell is considered by many to be one of the most influential recording artist to emerge from the latter half of the twentieth century. This evening we feature music by the singer/songwriter that was influenced by others. We hear “Blue,” from Mitchell’s Miles Davis-inspired album of the same name, and “Judgement of the Moon and Stars,” Mitchell’s musical character study on Beethoven. Also, music from Terry Riley and Erik Satie.

Also Featured Tonight:

Aunt Molly Jackson / Hard Times in Coleman's Mines
Igor Stravinsky / Ebony Concerto
Mikhail Alperin / Fly, Fly My Sadness
Miles Davis / Blue in Green
Abbey Lincoln / Throw It Away

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