Just reacting to the thinness of Joni content on the list these days... Believe it or not, I've only now just discovered Joni's first album, Song to a Seagull, originally releaed in 1968 (Say what??) Wow! I was truly amazed at the sheer beauty of the voice, and was deeply touched by her renditions of The Dawntreader (a precursor to Song for Sharon?) and Cactus Tree, among others. I would even venture to say, that perhaps her voice never sounded better (although surely there are those who would disagree.) I think first albums are always very special events, because they usually embody many years of work, fermentation and thought on the part of the artist. Surprsingly, I was astounded (and relieved) to discover that the music (very elegant and pared down) doesn't sound dated to this jaded ear of 2002. That's very impressive indeed. Go Joni! This album must surely join my list of absolute Joni favorites.
Dreaming of crocus and forsythia in Quebec... Michaelo
