Joni Mitchell Concerts 1970s

1970

1970.01   Reprise Records ReceptionLondon, England

Joni’s record company held a reception shortly after her arrival in England for the upcoming Festival Hall concert. Joni was also interviewed by Caroline Boucher.

1970.01.17 Royal Festival HallLondon, England

1970.01.29 This Is Tom Jones!—Elstree TV StudiosLondon, England

Broadcast by ABC-TV in the U.S. and ITV in the U.K.

1970.03.11 12th Annual Grammy Awards—Shrine AuditoriumLos Angeles, CA

Joni received a Grammy for ‘Best Folk Performance’ for the Clouds album.

1970.07.26 Mariposa Folk Festival—Centre IslandToronto, ON

Other performers included David Rea and James Taylor

1970.08.29 Isle of Wight Festival—East Afton FarmIsle Of Wight, GodshilleEngland

Several selections from Joni’s performance were released on videotape, laserdisc and DVD.

1970.09   A Spanish RestaurantNashville, TN

Joni, Dennis Hopper, Michele Phillips, and Micky Newbury joined Johnny Cash for a late night of food, fun, and music after the season's first taping of The Johnny Cash Show.

1970.09.03 BBC Television CentreLondon, England

Joni was featured on guitar, piano and dulcimer. This program, the initial show of the BBC In Concert series, was broadcast on Oct. 9, 1970.

1970.10.07 The Johnny Cash Show—ABC TV, Ryman AuditoriumNashville, TN

Broadcast date.

1970.10.09 Joni Mitchell - In ConcertLondon, England

This program was subtitled Joni Mitchell Sings Joni Mitchell. Joni was featured on guitar, piano and dulcimer in the premier episode of the BBC In Concert series.

1970.10.16 Greenpeace Benefit Concert—Pacific Coliseum Vancouver, BC

Joni Mitchell, Phil Ochs, and the BC band Chilliwack performed at a benefit concert for the Don't Make A Wave Committee, which raised $17,000 for Greenpeace. James Taylor also appeared as Joni's surprise guest.

1970.10.18 Gentle On My Mind—KCOP-TVLos Angeles, CA

Described as a ‘rock-folk’ TV Special, this program featured John Hartford, Pete Seeger and Joni. The full program title was Hartford, Mitchell & Seeger - Gentle On Your Mind.

1970.10.29 In Concert—BBC Radio 1, Paris TheatreLondon, England

James Taylor also appeared, accompanying Joni on several songs, and performed several of his own. The program was broadcast on Dec. 27 and 30.

1970.11.07 Dillon Gymnasium, Princeton Univ.Princeton, NJ

Joni appeared for the encore during a James Taylor concert and sang “You Can Close Your Eyes” with James.

1970.11.13 Fillmore EastNew York, NY

Joni Mitchell sat in with the Mothers of Invention, sang on several songs, and recited her poem Penelope.

1970.11.21 Royal Festival HallLondon, England

1971

1971.01   Queens CollegeFlushing, NY (unconfirmed date)

Joni was the surprise guest at a James Taylor concert.

1971.03.28 Honolulu International CenterHonolulu, HI

Joni was the surprise guest at a James Taylor concert.

1971.05.17 Joni Mitchell - In Concert—BBC 2 TV TheatreLondon, England

A re-edited version of the In Concert program Joni Mitchell Sings Joni Mitchell originally broadcast on Oct. 9, 1970.

1971.09.10 Queen Elizabeth TheatreVancouver, BC

Joni was the surprise guest at a Crosby & Nash concert.

1972

Tour of North America

Joni’s first extended concert tour.

Jackson Browne was the opening act.

Joni Mitchell - Piano, Guitar and Dulcimer

1972.02.16 Paramount TheatreSeattle, WA

1972.02.18 The Masonic Temple TheaterDetroit, MI

1972.02.21 Arie Crown Theater, McCormick CenterChicago, IL

1972.02.23 Carnegie HallNew York, NY

1972.02.25 Massey HallToronto, ON

1972.02.28 The Music HallBoston, MA

1972.02.29 Constitution HallWashington, DC

1972.03.02 Academy of MusicPhiladelphia, PA

1972.03.04 McAllister Auditorium, Tulane Univ.New Orleans, LA

1972.03   Kiel AuditoriumSt. Louis, MO (unconfirmed location)

Jackson Browne was ill. Tom May opened for Joni.

1972.03.11 Berkeley Community TheatreBerkeley, CA

David Crosby, Graham Nash, David Blue and Jackson Browne joined Joni during her encore.

1972.03.13 Dorothy Chandler PavilionLos Angeles, CA

1972.03.15 Queen Elizabeth HallVancouver, BC

- End of Tour -

1972.04.02 El Chingadero—John VanHammersveld's StudioVenice, CA

A one-man show of sculptor Boyd Elder's artwork. Among the people singing and playing while sitting on the gallery floor were Joni, Jackson Browne, Ned Doheny and Cass Elliot. Later, Joni

and others danced to live music by the still unsigned Eagles.

1972.04.28 Cleveland ArenaCleveland, OH

A fundraising benefit concert on behalf of George McGovern'’s presidential campaign. Joni, James Taylor and Paul Simon performed.

Tour of Europe

Jackson Browne was the opening act.

Joni Mitchell - Piano, Guitar and Dulcimer

1972.05.03 Odeon TheatreManchester, England

1972.05.05 Royal Festival HallLondon, England

1972.05.06 Royal Festival HallLondon, England

1972.05.09 JahrhunderthalleFrankfurt, Germany

1972.05.13 Royal Theatre CarreAmsterdam, Netherlands

1972.05.15 The Salle PleyelParis, France

1972.05.19 Sounds For Saturday—BBC 2 TVLondon, England

Broadcast on June 10th.

1972.05.27 Interview—InterviewLondon, England

Penny Valentine'’s interview with Joni appeared in Sounds magazine on June 3 and 10.

- End of Tour -

1972.06.18 Waikiki ShellHonolulu, HI

1972.07.15 Mariposa Folk Festival—Centre IslandToronto, ON

1972.11.10 Gallery Of PhotographyVancouver, BC

Joni attended the opening of an exhibit featuring her photographs as well as those by Graham Nash and Joel Bernstein. The exhibit was on view from Nov. 10-29.

1972.11.16 The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

1972.11.17 The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

1972.11.18 The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

1972.11.19 The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

Steve Ferguson opened for Joni. Two sets nightly

1973

1973.04.15 Paul Sauvé ArenaMontreal, QC

A benefit concert for the 'Save James Bay Fund'. The concert featured Peter Yarrow, Joni Mitchell, Gilles Vigneault, Ian & Sylvia, Murray McLauchlan and other performers.

1973.08.11 The Corral ClubTopanga, CA

1973.08.12 The Corral ClubTopanga, CA

The Eagles were the opening act. Neil Young and the Santa Monica Flyers performed and also accompanied Joni. Two sets nightly

1973.11   The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

1973.12   Interview-Studio Instrument RentalsHollywood, CA

Joni, Tom Scott, Henry Lewy and Elliot Roberts were interviewed by Malka Marom during tour rehearsals. Broadcast by CBC AM in Canada on Feb 3, 1974 on their program The Entertainers. Portions of this interview were also published in Macleans magazine.

1973.12   Interview-Studio Instrument RentalsHollywood, CA

Joni was interviewed by Marci McDonald for an article published by The Toronto Star on Feb. 9, 1974.

1973.12   Tour Rehearsals, Studio Instrument Rentals

1974

Tour of North America

Joni was accompanied by Tom Scott and the L.A. Express, who were also the opening act.

Joni Mitchell - Piano, Guitar and Dulcimer

Tom Scott - Woodwinds and Reeds

Roger Kellaway - Piano

Larry Nash - Piano (replaces Roger Kellaway)

Robben Ford - Electric Guitar

Max Bennett - Bass

John Guerin - Drums and Percussion

1974.01   Tour Rehearsals, Studio Instrument RentalsHollywood, CA

1974.01.18 Kiel AuditoriumSt. Louis, MO

1974.01.19 Assembly Hall, Univ. of IllinoisUrbana-Champaign, IL

1974.01.20 Athletic and Convocation Center, Notre Dame Univ.South Bend, IN

1974.01.22 Dane County ColiseumMadison, WI

1974.01.23 Auditorium TheaterChicago, IL

1974.01.25 St. Johns Arena, Ohio State Univ.Columbus, OH

1974.01.26 Hill Auditorium, Univ. of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI

1974.01.27 The Masonic Temple TheatreDetroit, MI

1974.01.29 Constitution HallWashington, DC

1974.01.30 Academy of MusicPhiladelphia, PA

1974.01.31 The Music HallBoston, MA

1974.02.02 Woolsey Hall, Yale Univ.New Haven, CT

1974.02.03 Barton Hall, Cornell Univ.Ithaca, NY

1974.02.03 The Entertainers—CBC AMToronto, ON

A music and interview program. Joni, Tom Scott, Henry Lewy and Elliot Roberts were interviewed by Malka Marom.

1974.02.05 Avery Fisher HallNew York, NY

1974.02.06 Radio City Music HallNew York, NY

1974.02.07 The Music HallBoston, MA

1974.02.09 Wilfred Laurier Univ.Waterloo, ON

1974.02.10 Massey HallToronto, ON

1974.02.11 Kleinhans Music HallBuffalo, NY

1974.02.13 The Music HallCleveland, OH

1974.02.14 Syria MosquePittsburgh, PA

1974.02.16 Honolulu International CenterHonolulu, HI

1974.02.28 Memorial AuditoriumSacramento, CA

1974.03.01 Berkeley Community TheatreBerkeley, CA

1974.03.02 Berkeley Community TheatreBerkeley, CA

1974.03.03 Dorothy Chandler PavilionLos Angeles, CA

1974.03.04 Dorothy Chandler PavilionLos Angeles, CA

1974.03.05 Anaheim Convention CenterAnaheim, CA

1974.03.08 C.U. Fieldhouse, Univ. of Colorado at BoulderBoulder, CO

1974.03.09 Highland High School AuditoriumSalt Lake City, UT

1974.03.11 Civic AuditoriumPortland, OR

1974.03.12 Seattle Center ArenaSeattle, WA

1974.03.14 Centennial AuditoriumSaskatoon, SK

1974.03.22 William & Mary Hall, College of William & MaryWilliamsburg, VA

1974.03.23 Carolina Coliseum, Univ. of So. CarolinaColumbia, SC

1974.03.24 Cameron Stadium, Duke Univ.Durham, NC

1974.03   Austin ColiseumAustin, TX

1974.03.30 Memorial AuditoriumDallas, TX

1974.03.31 Hofheinz PavilionHouston, TX

1974.04   Grand Ole Opry HouseNashville, TN

1974.04.02 Ellis AuditoriumMemphis, TN

1974.04.03 Knoxville Civic CenterKnoxville, TN

1974.04.06 The Omni ColiseumAtlanta, GA

1974.04.07 Jacksonville ColiseumJacksonville, FL

1974.04.08 Miami Civic AuditoriumMiami, FL

- End of Tour -

1974.04.20 New Victoria TheatreLondon, England

1974.04.21 New Victoria TheatreLondon, England

1974.04.22 New Victoria TheatreLondon, England

The third concert was videotaped. An edited version was broadcast on the BBC's Old Grey Whistle Test on Nov. 19.

Musicians:

Joni Mitchell - Guitar, Piano & Dulcimer

Tom Scott - Woodwinds & Reeds

Roger Kellaway - Piano

Robben Ford - Electric Guitar

Max Bennett - Bass

John Guerin - Drums & Percussion

1974.05   Joni Mitchell - In Concert—BBC2 TelevisionLondon, England

Recorded at the New Victoria Theatre on April 22, 1974.

1974.06.02 Beverly Wiltshire HotelBeverly Hills, CA

Joni performed at an ACLU Dinner honoring Henry Fonda who was presented with their "Bill of Rights Award" The Smothers Brothers also performed.

1974.07.10 Pacific ColiseumVancouver, BC

Joni made a surprise appearance at a CSNY concert.

1974.07.25 Mile High StadiumDenver, CO

Joni made a surprise appearance at a CSNY concert.

Summer Tour of North America

Joni was accompanied by Tom Scott and the L.A. Express. who were also the opening act.

Musicians:

Joni Mitchell- Guitar, Piano & Dulcimer

Tom Scott	- Woodwinds & Reeds

Roger Kellaway- Piano

Larry Nash- Piano (replaces Roger Kellaway)

Robben Ford- Electric Guitar

Max Bennett- Bass

John Guerin- Drums & Percussion

1974.07.26 Park Plaza ResortPark City, UT

1974.07.28 Civic ArenaSt. Paul, MN

1974.07.29 Ravinia Festival—Ravinia PavilionHighland Park, IL

1974.07.30 Blossom Music CenterCuyahoga Falls, OH

1974.07.31 Convention CenterLouisville, KY

1974.08   Massey HallToronto, ON

1974.08.04 Place des NationsMontreal, QC

1974.08.06 Mississippi River FestivalEdwardsville, IL

1974.08.08 Pine Knob Music TheatreClarkston, MI

1974.08.09 Pine Knob Music TheatreClarkston, MI

1974.08.13 Universal AmphitheatreUniversal City, CA

1974.08.14 Universal AmphitheatreUniversal City, CA

1974.08.15 Universal AmphitheatreUniversal City, CA

1974.08.16 Universal AmphitheatreUniversal City, CA

1974.08.17 Universal AmphitheatreUniversal City, CA

Selections from this concert series were released on the live album Miles Of Aisles.

1974.08.20 Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)Saratoga Springs, NY

1974.08.21 Temple Univ. Music FestivalAmbler, PA

1974.08.22 Temple Univ. Music FestivalAmbler, PA

1974.08.24 Merriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MD

1974.08.25 Veterans Memorial ColiseumNew Haven, CT

1974.08.27 The Music Shed at TanglewoodLenox, MA

1974.08.28 Nassau ColiseumUniondale, NY

1974.09.02 Auditorium ArenaDenver, CO

1974.09.08 New York 'SUMMERSAULT' '74—Roosevelt RacewayWestbury, NY

Joni shared the bill with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Jesse Colin Young and the Beach Boys. Joni also sang with CSNY, adding harmony vocals to several of their songs.

- End of Tour -

1974.09.14 Wembley StadiumLondon, England

Joni shared the bill with The Band, Jesse Colin Young, Joe Walsh and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

1974.11.19 The Old Grey Whistle Test—BBC 2 TVLondon, England

Recorded at the New Victoria Theatre on April 22.

1974.12.24 The TroubadourW. Hollywood, CA

On opening night for Flo and Eddie (Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan of the defunct Turtles), the crowd was blessed with a bonus show. James Taylor, Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell, John Guerin, Linda Ronstadt and Albert Brooks all leaped onstage and commenced crooning Christmas carols. Before that, the merry sextet wandered from house to house in the Hollywood hills blessing startled neighbors with carols.

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1975.03.01 17th Annual Grammy Awards—Shrine AuditoriumLos Angeles, CA

Joni and Tom Scott received the ‘Best Arrangement

Accompanying Vocalists’ Grammy for the song “Down To You” from the Court And Spark album.

1975.04.29 The Bottom LineNew York, NY

Joni sits in with Tom Scott but will not come out on stage. She sings with him from a mic backstage.

1975.07.04 Joni’'s HomeLos Angeles, CA

Larry Johnson and Leslie Morris were married by Graham Nash at Joni’'s home. Joni performed

“"Jericho"” as part of the ceremony.

1975.10.17 Santa Monica Civic AuditoriumSanta Monica, CA

Joni was guest performer during the encore of a Bonnie Raitt concert. Other guests included Jackson Browne, Tom Waits, and J.D. Souther.

The Rolling Thunder Revue

Joni joins Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Roger McGuinn, T-Bone Burnett, Ronee Blakely and others on Dylan’s historic traveling road show.

1975.11.13 Veteran's Memorial ColiseumNew Haven, CT

Evening show

1975.11.15 Convention CenterNiagara Falls, NY

1975.11.17 War Memorial ColiseumRochester, NY (2 shows)

1975.11.19 Memorial AuditoriumWorcester, MA

1975.11.20 Harvard Square TheaterCambridge, MA

1975.11.21 The Music HallBoston, MA (2 shows)

1975.11.22 Shapiro Gym, Brandeis Univ.Waltham, MA

1975.11.24 Civic Center ArenaHartford, CT

1975.11.26 Civic CenterAugusta, ME

1975.11.27 Municipal AuditoriumBangor, ME

1975.11.29 Quebec City ColiseumQuebec City, QC

1975.12.01 Maple Leaf GardensToronto, ON

1975.12.02 Maple Leaf GardensToronto, ON

1975.12.04 The ForumMontreal, QC

1975.12.07 Correctional Correctional Facility for WomenClinton, NJ

1975.12.08 The Night of the Hurricane—Madison Square GardenNew York, NY

A benefit concert on behalf of the Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter legal defense fund.

- End of Tour -

1976

Tour of the United States

Joni was accompanied by the L.A. Express, who were also the opening act.

Joni Mitchell - Piano, Guitar and Dulcimer

David Luell - Saxophone

Victor Feldman - Piano

Robben Ford - Electric Guitar

Max Bennett - Bass

John Guerin - Drums and Percussion

1976.01.16 Northop Auditorium, University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, MN

1976.01.18 Elliott Hall of Music, Purdue Univ.W. Lafayette, IN

Neil Young made a surprise appearance.

1976.01.20 Keil AuditoriumSt. Louis, MO

1976.01.22 Sam Houston ColiseumHouston, TX

1976.01.23 Municipal AuditoriumSan Antonio, TX

1976.01.25 Lloyd Noble CenterNorman, OK

1976.01.26 Dallas Convention CenterDallas, TX

1976.01.28 Municipal AuditoriumAustin, TX

Bob Dylan makes a surprise appearance and duets with

Joni on "“Both Sides Now".” He also performed a solo version of "“Girl From The North Country.”"

1976.01.29 Pete Maravich Assembly Center, Louisiana State Univ.Baton Rouge, LA

1976.01.31 Charlotte ColiseumCharlotte, NC

1976.02.01 Memorial Coliseum, Univ. of AlabamaTuscaloosa, AL

1976.02.03 UGA Coliseum, Univ. of GeorgiaAthens, GA, GA

1976.02.04 Ellis AuditoriumMemphis, TN

1976.02.06 William & Mary Hall, College of William & MaryWilliamsburg, VA

1976.02.07 Cameron Stadium, Duke Univ.Durham, NC

1976.02.09 Memorial Coliseum, Univ. of KentuckyLexington, KY

1976.02.10 Armory Fieldhouse, Univ. of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH

1976.02.12 Millet Assembly Hall, Miami Univ.Oxford, OH

1976.02.13 Music HallCleveland, OH

1976.02.14 Civic ArenaPittsburgh, PA

1976.02.16 The Spectrum TheatrePhiladelphia, PA

1976.02.18 Civic CenterProvidence, RI

1976.02.19 The Music HallBoston, MA

1976.02.20 Nassau ColiseumUniondale, NY

1976.02.22 Cole Fieldhouse, Univ. of MarylandCollege Park, MD

Joni was ill and left the stage before completing her first song. The concert was cancelled.

1976.02.23 Veterans Memorial ColiseumNew Haven, CT

1976.02.24 War Memorial ColiseumSyracuse, NY

1976.02.26 Hill Auditorium, Univ. of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI

1976.02.27 Illinois State Univ.Normal, IL

1976.02.29 Dane County ColiseumMadison, WI

- End of Tour -

1976.05.15 Gatesville State School for BoysGatesville, TX

Joni made a guest appearance with The Rolling Thunder Revue.

1976.05.16 Tarrant County Convention CenterFort Worth, TX

Joni's guest appearance with The Rolling Thunder Revue.

1976.11.11 The Tower TheaterPhiladelphia, PA

Joni, accompanied by Jaco Pastorius and Bobbye Hall, performed at a benefit concert held for The Main Point coffeehouse. Two shows

1976.11.20 California Celebrates the Whales—Memorial AuditoriumSacramento, CA

A benefit concert. Joni was accompanied by Jaco Pastorius, Bass and Bobbye Hall, Congas.

1976.11.25 The Last Waltz—Winterland BallroomSan Francisco, CA

Joni joined Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Van Morrison and others as guest performers at The Band's farewell concert. A film of the event, directed by Martin Scorsese, was released in

theaters, on videotape, laserdisc and DVD. A soundtrack album was also released.

1978

1978.07.22 Madison Square GardenNew York, NY

Joni appeared at a Crosby, Stills & Nash concert, and contributed harmony vocals during their encore.

1978.09.02 Bread & Roses Festival of Music—Greek TheatreBerkeley, CA

1978.09.03 Bread & Roses Festival of Music—Greek TheatreBerkeley, CA

1979

1979     Interview-CBC RadioLos Angeles, CA

Joni and Henry Lewy were interviewed by Malka.

1979.05.06 May 6 Coalition Rally—Anti-Nuclear RallyWashington, DC

1979.05.19 The Entertainers—CBC RadioLos, CA

A music and interview program. Joni and Henry Lewy were interviewed by Malka Marom.

1979.05.27 Berkeley Jazz Festival—Greek TheatreBerkeley, CA

Joni performed with Jaco Pastorius, Don Alias, Herbie Hancock and Tony Williams.

1979.06.15 Playboy Jazz Festival—Hollywood BowlHollywood, CA

Joni was accompanied by Herbie Hancock, Don Alias, Gene Perla and Michael Brecker.

Tour of North America

The Persuasions were the opening act.

Musicians:

Joni Mitchell - Electric Guitar, Piano

Pat Metheny - Guitar

Lyle Mays - Keyboards

Jaco Pastorius - Bass

Michael Brecker - Sax

Don Alias - Drums, Percussion

The Persuasions - Vocals

1979.07.19 Tour RehearsalsHollywood, CA

July 19-21 and July 23-29

1979.08.03 Zoo AmphitheatreOklahoma City, OK

1979.08.05 Red Rocks AmphitheatreMorrison, CO

1979.08.06 Red Rocks AmphitheatreMorrison, CO

1979.08.09 Mississippi River FestivalEdwardsville, IL

1979.08.11 Pine Knob Music TheatreClarkston, MI

1979.08.12 Pine Knob Music TheatreClarkston, MI

1979.08.14 Blossom Music CenterCuyahoga Falls, OH

1979.08.16 Alpine Valley Music TheaterE. Troy, WI

1979.08.17 Alpine Valley Music TheaterE. Troy, WI

1979.08.19 Minneapolis AuditoriumMinneapolis, MN

1979.08.21 The Music Shed at TanglewoodLenox, MA

1979.08.22 Merriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MD

1979.08.23 Merriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MD

1979.08.25 Forest Hills Tennis StadiumNew York, NY

1979.08.27 Civic CenterProvidence, RI

1979.08.28 Robin Hood Dell WestPhiladelphia, PA

Renamed The Frederic R. Mann Music Center later in 1979

1979.09.02 Pacific Coliseum Vancouver, BC

A press conference was held at the Coliseum after the concert

1979.09.03 Memorial ColiseumPortland, OR

1979.09.07 Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA

1979.09.08 Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA

1979.09.09 Santa Barbara County BowlSanta Barbara, CA

Portions of this concert were released on the live album Shadows And Light. An edited videotape of the concert was shown on the Showtime cable channel and later released on videotape, laserdisc and DVD.

September 12-16, 1979 Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA

- End of Tour -

1979.11.10 The Art GardenLos Angeles, CA

Joni attended a party celebrating the publication of STARART, a coffee table art book exhibiting the fine art of several music Icons. The book was designed and edited by Deborah Chesher.

Several of the other artists were also present, including John Mayall, Klaus Voormann, Ron Wood and Commander Cody.