In 1965, 22-year-old Joni Mitchell first appeared on Canadian Television. Her simple, soothing folk style soon captured not only Canada but eventually the United States. She quickly developed as a song writer and guitarist and set herself apart from the folk singers of the time with her vulnerable lyrics and musical insights. She (along with Bob Dylan) paved the way for the singer/song writers to follow: Carole King; James Taylor; Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; and others. Her album Blue (1971) is considered one of the best albums of all time.  

We will spend four weeks examining this artist through lectures, videos, and live music performances. 

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Subject: music 

Glenn Bulthuis, leader, was born in Los Angeles and grew up with the music of the Beatles, the Beach Boys, James Taylor, and Motown. For thirty-five years he has performed concerts of popular music at Calvin University’s Covenant Fine Arts Center and has written songs reflecting on life in America and his deep Christian faith. Bulthuis has produced seven albums and collaborated with musicians who have worked with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, James Taylor, Burt Bachrach, and the Temptations. In 1984 he performed with John Williams at the Los Angeles Olympics opening ceremonies. He believes that faith in God and the power of Jesus Christ is the only hope for our broken nation.