Joni Mitchell - Song to a Seagull

Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell debuted in 1968 with this impressionistic and slightly overwrought album. Produced by David Crosby, the album uses very sparse instrumentation--mostly Mitchell on acoustic guitar with Stephen Stills on bass--to back Mitchell's incredibly complex lyrical forays. (The original LP's sides were subtitled.) But despite her grand plans, the disc is most successful in its humblest moments. "Michael from Mountains" (successfully covered by Judy Collins), "Night in the City," and "Marcie" all contain the seeds of Mitchell's best work, her melodic explorations, and observant eye. Tracks such as "The Dawntreader" and "The Pirates of Penance" are too close to creative-writing exercises to succeed. Nonetheless, a tantalizing debut. --Rob O'Connor Amazon.com

Joni Mitchell "Song To A Seagull"

Joni's music transcends art. It is glorious. My favorite song on this album is Night in the City. December 21, 2008

Night In The City Looks Pretty To Me

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She set the standard

if anyone dominates my music collection, it's Joni. I first heard her in 1970, with 'Ladies of the Canyon',so I backtracked to this album, I believe I now have most, if not all of her work. She defines what an "Artist" is...she is art, the very expression of life. Pure, honest, raw, and powerful. So many Singer-Songwriters, when asked who influenced them the most, will say Joni Mitchell. She has been the Soundtrack for much more than 1/2 my life,,, October 3, 2008

song to a seagull

this is a wonderful album which showcases the range of talent that Joni Mitchell encompasses. This is not her jazz selections on the geflen label, but....I much prefer this album. This album was great when I first listened to it on vinyl in the 70's and is still great listening now! Especially good for the memories it evokes. September 30, 2008

One of the truly great folk/rock albums of all time

Song To A Seagull was Joni's first, and what a beginning. I've been
listening to this album as well as most of her others all these years,
and the songs are as fresh today as they were when I first heard
them. With exquisite poetry, lush acoustic guitararrangements,
and terrific overdubbing, this is one I'll never tire of. June 19, 2008

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