British guitarist analyses Joan Baez live in 1975!

[@alan2a1l]

As a classical singer, I don’t see vibrato as an effect, or a separate technique, it’s a result of healthy, free. vocal production. Straight tone is actually an effect, a result of tension, preventing vibrato. Baez has a natural free, beautiful voice. She sings better than many opera singers. I love her to pieces for singing, her playing, and her writing. She’s just brilliant.

[@sectionalsofa]

So nice to hear this from a classically trained singer. I've heard J Baez sing opera and I feel she has a real gift. I've had disagreements with those who favor Judy Collins. To me, Joan Baez is in a different league. "Haunting" is the perfect word to describe her voice, or as Bob Dylan said, "a voice like chimes."

[@pdxbohica]

"I went to jail for 11 days for disturbing the peace; I was trying to disturb the war." Joan Baez, 1967

[@oliviabaez1661]

My mum Joan Chandos Baez

[@debishaw9355]

Olivia Baez , wow! She’s one of my favorite singers. Such an amazing lady...

[@brianwilson3952]

@@oliviabaez1661 that voice sends shivers down my spine everytime. Next to Kate Bush,my favourite Female singer.

[@danielfronc4304]

@@oliviabaez1661 Jeez kid, what can I say? You have my condolences.

[@bipolatelly9806]

@@danielfronc4304 lols

[@Lantanana]

The incomparable Joan Baez! I almost want to cry when I hear her sing!

[@greenworm7915]

Lantanana She has made me cry and give me chills

[@brianwilson3952]

Lantanana......same. Like listening to an Angel.

[@ddehggial9932]

I actually do cry. She was my mom's favorite singer... also, the chord progression in this song is full of longing, regret and all that kind of stuff that makes you (or me) emotional.

[@publicclammer]

I just unashamedly cry.

[@alberto-os1bx]

Incomparable is the right word!

[@throckmortensnivel2850]

Joan Baez could stand in front of thousands of people, with only her voice and her guitar, and keep them spellbound for the length of her performance. I had the good fortune to see her live, and i can tell you her voice could raise the hair on the back of your neck. She was just incredible. This song of lost love is heart-wrenching, and brings tear every time I hear it.

[@pockynon]

This is when you had to have real talent and the lyrics made sense. Now, artists just throw in a word but makes absolutely no sense.

[@pockynon]

When Bob Dylan could no5 even go to Stockholm to pick up a coveted Nobel prize, I lost all the respect fo4 him.

[@johnl5316]

she walked and SANG next to me in 1968 in an anti-war march on University Ave in Palo Alto when I was a freshman at Stanford.

[@russelllittle8720]

The measure of a great artist is if they can perform well solo and acoustic.... Nothing to hide behind... Baez is superb.

[@MrNeltoni]

The Joan Baez’s, the Carroll King’s, the Carly Simons’, the Linda Rondstand’s, the Joanie Mitchell’s The Bobby Gentry’s. I thank you for the great memories, great music, for the times that were, for the times that will never be, but for the memories in our minds that will be forever.

[@carolynt7787]

And don't forget Judy Collins.

[@adriannorris1486]

Joni Mitchell.....sorry.

[@gijsbertuslaurensvandevooren]

Judy Collins?

[@samuellord8576]

@@gijsbertuslaurensvandevooren Yes, Judy Collins. Hers too was a beautiful voice for peace and reason!

[@AllyPerrott]

What a fantastic comment. I completely agree 😊

[@jackvonewegen7656]

One of the greatest songs ever recorded. Joan at her very best.

[@pockynon]

Her diction is flawless. This song breaks my heart every time.

[@zivanajadresic8604]

Yeah,you feel the hurt!

[@stephenmichalski2643]

Nothing short of mesmerizing.........I always was totally awed by her........absolutely captivating

[@pockynon]

This is one of the most haunting, beautiful love songs ever written. Her voice and is amazing and you can understand every word she is singing.

[@pockynon]

This song still gives me the chills - even if it wasn't written about Dylan. She has the most incredible voice and perfect diction.

[@pockynon]

She is mesmerizing.

[@pockynon]

This song is absolutely beautiful and her diction is flawless.

[@hazelmaylebrun6243]

Joan is a fantastic all around artist. Diamonds and Rust is high on my list of favourite songs of all time. And while some songs don't age well, this one certainly does. She can pull it out any time and play it and it sounds current and draws you in without sounding at all dated. Great choice here. Oh man... she is a gem.

[@MiserableOldFart]

She's the whole package. Enormous talent, and devoted a ton of her life to worthwhile causes, including, but by no means limited to peace and civil rights.

[@not2likely]

I was blessed to attend an outdoor folk fest weekend in 1999 where Baez was the headliner, along with Odetta, Gil Scott Heron, the Violent Femmes, Fred Eaglesmith and many other great folk performers. All awesome, but to experience the beautiful Baez vibrato, accompanied only with her acoustic guitar, as her voice filled the entire area with an angelic, otherworldy sound that will stay with me forever.

[@racinnut77]

When I saw you were doing Joan Baez I couldn't click on this fast enough. Presenting this great music and artists to newer generations is your gift Fil. Keep it up, brother.

[@2715bunky]

Me too!

[@lkgreenwell]

I never realised she is that good on the guitar - as though that soaring voice ain’t enough lol

[@pockynon]

She is mesmerizing. Her diction is flawless and also her picking. This song is so beautiful.

[@rickwilmot9127]

There is nobody like Joan Baez. Since the early 1960s I've loved everything she's recorded. There will never be another with that voice, that courage.....I could go on forever!

[@pokerface8242]

Fil, I think you meant Pete Seeger, not Bob Seger, who was responsible for helping Joan get started. This song is mesmerizing; both vocal and guitar work. Joan Baez is truly a legend. Thanks for all the work you put in on these videos.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Oh no! Another slip of the tongue! I definitely meant to say Pete Seeger, and Bob Gibson! 😅

[@stanwamberg]

@@wingsofpegasus I know this is kinda old but Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan???? Bob Seger was maybe a little to young at the time. No worries, I knew you meant someone else. I really enjoyed your commentary. I am learning this song and it brought me to your site. You are totally right, there is a lot going on in this song and it takes hours and hours of practice to be able to play it.

[@surfescape12]

@@wingsofpegasus tpt

[@CozmoNurse]

I absolutely love this somg. I always have. Everything you talked about Fil is spot on. The thing that I think sets this song apart from so many others is the use of metaphor and imagery. "The girl on the half shell could keep you unharmed." "Our breath comes out in white clouds, mingles and hangs in the air." Absolutely brilliant.

[@drewpall2598]

Joan Baez has a distinctive voice and play the guitar so effortlessly a pure joy to watch and listen to. She one who stands behind in what She believe in even if it's unpopular. excellent analysis and rundown on Joan thanks Fil.

[@SweetJennyFan]

Sad eyed lady of the lowlands. Gorgeous smile and so much musical talent.

[@pennypane1736]

I think that was written for his wife Sarah at the time.

[@sherry3099]

Just found your channel and I’m loving it. Reliving my youth through these videos. Love your choice of artists and analysis. Thanks!

[@vitahealth.2372]

Sherry Morgado am sure you are most welcome here. Keep spreading the good news.

[@falcon5467]

Joan Baez's masterpiece.

[@thejohnwattshow5119]

Big Yellow Taxi was a great one too!

[@falcon5467]

@@thejohnwattshow5119 uh, that was Joni Mitchell.

[@willdwyer6782]

Sweet Sir Galahad is a good one written by Joan. It's about her sister Mimi Fariña finding love again after the death of her first husband in a motorcycle accident on her 21st birthday.

[@JR-pr8jb]

One of her many masterpieces.

[@samuellord8576]

Thank you Fil! Once again you have shown perfect taste in musicians. Joan's legacy will forever sit alongside Dylan's as a voice of enlightenment in their generation. I tear up with every listen.

[@sharonmuzik]

I must have played her version of Dylan's song "Blowin' in the Wind" a thousand times. Love her. I used to sing it myself a lot when driving in my car. (hugs)

[@sharonn9676]

She has a great voice. Always liked her talent. Thank you Fil

[@thejohnwattshow5119]

Yeah she does. She sure dressed cool for era.

[@Angel-rq3pi]

I appreciate her not saying : I boughtchoo some cufflinks. Singers today dont enunciate their words enough. It's not difficult but seems impossible for most of them.

[@edge2sword186]

Nobody can tell a story like her musically .She is magnetic to say the least .

[@edge2sword186]

She does a great immitation of Bob Dylan singing .It's really funny .

[@igmugleska966]

This song, in particular always mesmerized me when my parents played it. Such a haunting song, and it gives me chills every. Time.

[@barbararobbins5309]

Thanks for your reaction. What poignant lyrics. I got to see Joan perform twice, Once was years ago in the 70' s at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, and the other time was in Knoxville , TN, where I was privileged to attend her "Fare Thee Well" tour. She is still as amazing as ever!

[@danr5105]

Probably my favorite Joan Baez song. 'Haunting" is an accurate description here. For some reason I remember almost all the words. Really like Joan singing "Forever Young" I can listen to her sign this endlessly. Thanks Fil. OH Joan was 34 here (born 1941) The slogan was "don't trust anyone over 30" Joan squeaked by on that one. I do wonder what Joan thought when she first heard this "new girl" (Joni Mitchel is only 2 years younger)Wow,talk about incredible competition but the the entire decade (the 40's) was the birth decade for many of my favorites. I have been wanting to suggest some pure vocal bands Fil.

[@willdwyer6782]

Joni's ex husband, Chuck Mitchell, sang at my parents wedding.

[@GeorgeSmith-np2hw]

Agree completely about her cover of “Forever Young”. I admit to never wanting to listen to anyone attempt to cover it, including BD. I remember an episode of “The Wonder Years” (I think, anyway) where the sister leaves home that used her cover as the closing musical score. I still get goosebumps thinking about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIuTn2ukhdN2bas

[@darlatidwell9995]

Awesome songwriter, Bob Dylan was too. Great voice. Great thorough job Fil, thorough as usual. 👍👍

[@LeftLib]

I saw her in the Royal Albert Hall a couple of years ago. She has turned 80 but her voice is still wonderful.

[@henrytberry]

It is fascinating to listen to a young Brit reacting with both musical and cultural intelligence to the songs with with I grew up. These are the songs that defined my youth and, to a certain extent, my life. She is singing about her relationship with Bob Dylan, of whom I have said that when he dies, my generation will come to an end. These people and these songs mattered. They mattered a lot, and it's wonderful to see them appreciated by a young musician from another culture and another generation. Hell, two or three generations ago. It brings back to me how meaningful and wonderful it was.

[@ernestconnell8087]

Fil, great pick. I had not heard this song in ages. When I think of female folk singers, Joni Mitchell and Joan Baez are the first two names that come to mind. Turning stories into poetry. Rock!

[@RobertEskew]

Fil, I love the fact that you research your subjects before you do a reaction video. I learn *so much* from your videos.

[@tiffsaver]

I've noticed that whenever Joan Baez takes the stage, suddenly everything gets very quiet. That's the sound of people allowing the miracle that Joan Baez take them over. Its as though speaking over her would be like cursing in church or shouting in a library. Her voice is so utterly distinctive, her incredible vocal power enclosed in warm caramel melting into your soul. Although she comes from purely folk roots, her sheer magnetism demands attention in any venue large or small, and her musical talent, hushed awe.

[@paulryan2128]

Yah ... a show of respect for any real artist.

[@robertasirgutz8397]

She is hypnotic. Expression on her face, in the lyrics and her perfect guitar playing. Watch her acceptance speech in 2017, into the Rock Roll Hall of Fame. Quite long, but you will hang on to every word.

[@michelle88960]

So beautiful. Come on Bob, how could you say her poetry was 'lousy ?' This is so poetic, " Eyes bluer that Robin's eggs." " If you're offering me diamonds and rust, I've already paid. " Ouch !!

[@larrytoy4235]

Joan has a very wicked wit. The full line of the song is "As I remember your eyes Were bluer than robin's eggs My poetry was lousy you said" - rhyming eggs with said. She also does a spot on imitation of Dylan's voice in her rendition of his "Simple Twist of Fate" in her "Diamonds and Rust" album where the song in Fil's video comes from.

[@Kunsoo1024]

Dylan actually said that he loves the song.

[@bhbm47]

Brilliantly written song. It’s a Classic really.

[@camronbay1]

She is very talented.

[@tsb3093]

It’s an unavoidable fact that Joann Baez wrote Diamonds and Rust after Dylan said that…otherwise of course that line couldn’t be in the song. 😂😂

[@diamondbed86]

This is my favorite Joan Baez song. Saw her at Academy of Music in Philadelphia in the 1990s. She was so good. She did George Michael's song - Hand to Mouth - during the concert.

[@55judylw]

I loved Joan when I was growing up. The purity of her voice was unique and powerful. She was another solid female example and role model I had in the 60's and 70's. Thank you for the effort you put out gathering information to share with your loyal fans, of which, I am one.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@mra1948]

I first learned to play the guitar in 1963 by using a book of chords and listening to Joan Baez albums to figure out the progressions and picking patterns. I've always thought she had one of the greatest folk voices of all time! I still play every day at age 71 and owe her so much. Thanks Joan!

[@scottbucy871]

You’ve really been locking in on some great women artist. Always loved this song. Haunting melody. With folk singers/ story tellers look up Arlo Guthrie numerous videos (old & new).

[@carlnielsen3477]

"With just her guitar and voice" - yes! And one of the songs she did at Woodstock only with her voice. All alone on that big stage singing to that enourmes crowd, and even more: she was actually pregnant. It is in it self impressive that she wasn't too nervous to hit a note in that situation. But everyone who have seen the performance will know, that she does it perfectly!

[@stan_doucet]

You were right Fil, I went to the link and watched it all the way through and didnt even realize 5 minutes had passed like it had. What a haunting melody and her voice is magic.

[@margueriteniven4396]

Fil, thank you SO MUCH for sharing my favorite song with younger generations. Joan's haunting, melancholic lyrics, the melody, the voice, her actual personal history .... Words fail--just the very best.

[@caretaker158]

Thanks to my dad for introducing me to Joan. It took me seeing her live performances to really appreciate her talent and the beauty of her voice and her very being. I can understand why she and Bob Dylan were drawn to each other, even though the relationship ended very badly.

[@captainkangaroo4301]

I used to love it when Joan would perform with her sister Mimi.

[@pockynon]

I love how you can understand every lyric perfectly.

[@corinneyaworski5274]

Here is my favorite folk singer. I loved her the first time I heard her rendition of Joe Hill. I think she sounds better in person! She is very beautiful and very kind as well. I love her all around.

[@FranconiaFriend]

Remember a sign on a coffee shop when I was a lad, with words to the effect "Joan Baez might play here tonight! (but then again probably not)". The whole folk music scene was quite vibrant back then and Joan was very popular in our crowd.

[@jeffbeal382]

Great stuff as always, FIL. BTW, it was not Bob Seger who introduced Joam Baez at Newport, but Bob Gibson, who was a neighbor of Pete Seeger and his student.

[@elisabethhaller6944]

Joan Baez ist so eine brillante Sängerin, die iher Lieder mit sooo viel Gefühl und Herz singt. Einfach eine tolle Frau ! ❤ Danke Joan

[@Johnnycdrums]

What language is this, Kemosaby?

[@ssia6938]

Her voice is hypnotizing, at times putting you on edge.

[@noiricha]

Her guitar playing while singing with so much emotion is a tour de force - her talent level is up there.

[@michaelambrosano938]

There are few songs that can move me they way this song can. I always cry I hear this song,..it doesnt matter,. I love this song

[@CaptainBakerJason]

So thrilled by your analysis! When I was young at the time U was laughed at by listing Ms. Joan Baez along with Chet Atkins (and others) as my favorite guitar players ... “she’s a singer, come on?!” I could only find solace that they never listened to her play. Saw her perform in ‘71 at a college when being dragged there by my mum, but the show was amazing! Her guitar was integral to her story-telling that became central to her fame. Good review, Fil. “Rock!” 👍🏻

[@jamesporter5630]

Really enjoy your channel. Love the respect you show for artists regardless of genre, time period, style. Hope your Reaction will inspire viewers to explore (revisit), Joan’s body of work. Her voice, lyrics and songwriting are extraordinary, her commitment to truth and the ideals of the folk movement are unwavering. I’d love to see more Jazz and World music Reactions.

[@JR-pr8jb]

Yes, incredible voice, incredible guitar, incredible presence, mystique.

[@BaylaRose]

Wow since your analyses of Jefferson Airplaine I have been thinking about Diamonds and Rust by Joan Baez and wondered if you would ever do an analyses of her playing that song...are you a mind reader Fil? :) Thank You! The sound of that guitar,those lyrics,and that emotionally haunting voice have made me cry unexpectedly when I've listened to it!

[@greenworm7915]

Yep

[@ThePressingMatters]

I recently found your channel (Joni Mitchell episode) and when I saw this, I had to subscribe. Thoughtful analysis and obvious love and awe of your subjects. You're doing a superb job.

[@FlockofAngels]

Excellent video analysis and love Joan!!!! 💗🌈✨🎶

[@carolcremer6235]

Your appreciation and knowledge of these legends from decades ago is amazing, you could be a music professor

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@poneill65]

When the shivers just don't stop you know you're hearing something transcendent.

[@BOOMNERD51]

Wow, Fil! I listened to Joan Baez when my big brother came home college, him 19, me 9. I love that you point out her clarity, vibrato, and guitar technique!

[@oldmaneric5646]

Great tribute to a great singer and great human being. I saw her live at Tanglewood I believe it was. She sang Amazing Grace with truly amazing grace. I never heard anything before or since that had so much vocal magic and majesty.

[@johnrenehan7406]

Beautifully said 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@lindakennedy7700]

Joan has always been a favorite of mine. Thank you for this video. Diamonds & Rust shows that she is truly a master at her craft.

[@xyz2121]

One of my favourite female singers. She has a mesmerizing voice.

[@Tsg-hs1ol]

The one person in the world I would love to spend an afternoon talking to. She's has seen it all, been there and a part of it. The sixties and beyond. My life. She's an icon of my time. And one of my favorite songs. (Dylan made a booty call and she shot him down.) You're the best. Keep giving the back stories and history. "Carrickfergus" is another song by her (live)you might want to review. Thank you for what you do.

[@kennyg1560]

Talent like this will never come along again - sends a chill down my spine every time I hear it. Thanks for featuring one of my favourite artists of all time; great analysis as usual.

[@equalityforall5620]

One of the greatest voices ever. Thank you, Fil, for analysing this. It says what we already knew.

[@jimarnn1938]

Really appreciate your description of the technical aspects of her talent and her history.

[@ivannovotny4552]

Joan Baez is one of my favorite and thank you Fil for your choice. Totally mesmerizing and haunting, definitely one of best sopranos ever. Side note: Would you consider doing presentation and analysis on CCR? Thanks.

[@KateBates22zabu]

Haunting lyrics & other worldly voice❤thx for review

[@RN-wn8qx]

Another great analysis video Fil! Most people overlook Joan's guitar playing because of her incredible voice. But Dylan himself stated that early on when he was still really learning the guitar he tried to copy Joan's style but couldn't do it, so he gave it up.

[@strooomon]

To this day, her music, her voice her words, still resonate. As important as an artist as she a speaker of truth and one who stands for what is right.

[@janicepalumbo8770]

BEEN at her place in woodside. so of c was so memorabil. her voice is so beautiful.

[@randybailin4902]

Love your videos, mate. Joan Baez's soprano vibrato has always blown me away. Her talent is stunning, just flat-out gifted. Thanks for this one.

[@carolrademacher7002]

I just love this song. It a perfect love song. Nostalgic ☺️

[@rickjason215]

When Joan was dating Dylan when they had joint appearances he would never let her play because he was jealous of her talent. He admitted to it later on.

[@greenworm7915]

RickJason hate to say it but yep!! But she joined him 10 years later in the Rolling Thunder Revue! Classy lady!

[@rayhug60]

Not so much a songwriter, in fact this is her best known song of only a handful. But a mesmerising performer and beautiful person who my wife and i have seen a few times at Birmingham Symphony Hall, a venue that showcased her abilities, vocal and guitar, to the max. Perhaps on a personal level 2nd only to Kate Wolf a really prolific singer songwriter, storyteller taken from us far too early as i have mentioned previously in an earlier post. Really surprised that she’s not yet been appraised and analysed by yourself along with Nanci Griffith

[@willdwyer6782]

There's only two people I know of who could harmonize with Bob Dylan and make it sound good, and one of them is dead: Joan Baez and Tom Petty.

[@Thomas-xs2kq]

@@willdwyer6782 Right, Dylan harmonized perfectly with Tom Petty and the Wilburys. But I can't stand Dylan with Baez....

[@MrEdwar084]

@@Thomas-xs2kq weird how we all have different tastes, I love some Baez a duo with Dylan, but I mostly can't stand Dylan solo.

[@Alphaphotographer]

Your exploration and appreciation of all genres of music, along with your expertise makes this a very enjoyable channel.

[@triffidgrower]

Always loved Joan's voice. I put her sound in the group of "clear as a bell" ladies voices that appeal to me. Judith Durham (Seekers) and Ronnie Gilbert (Weavers) are another couple of favourites. Loving the variety of your reviews, thanks again. If you read from "cues" when you give your artist backgrounds, it's damned hard to pick it. How much DO you know, anyhow.......

[@f9qo]

Fil, you have one of the best channels on youtube, so well spoken. Your effort really shows and how you support musicianship. Continual study is important in life, much respect to you!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@SeanCleverly]

My favorite female artist by far. Joan's voice is just so powerful and completely unmistakable, i believe she has to be one of the greatest singers ever. Love her!

[@Chattycrafter2580]

Oh what an artist, Song for David was one of my favourites, Jo Hill was another. I’m 69 and still love listening to Joan sing. Brings back some wonderful memories.

[@caseypw1]

Really excellent analysis Fil my mum forced me to play this for her to sing, the first finger picking song I learned by ear

[@BrendaMorgan-ne7fu]

Thank you! It's like I'm reunited with a good friend. I listened to her all through my teen years and into early adulthood

[@barbarazeee490]

Hi Fil. Such a cool Joan Baez song. As usual, you've given me a new appreciation of the multi-level artistry. ~Thanks

[@robertbartelmes7623]

the relationship that developed between Joan & "Bobby Zimmerman" during the 60s is so fascinating it can fill books ... and it has ... knowing that story adds so, so much to the meaning of the song "Diamonds & Rust" and why the song epitomizes the essence of that relationship ...

[@buckjohnson1119]

Robert Bartelmes That was a great album, with beautiful songs.

[@sharkbites5472]

I love this song, and I never knew that Joan sang this originally! I loved it by Judas Priest, then I found out about Joan and I loved it by her! This was before my time, this is great!✌❤

[@kenhall5551]

Thanks, Fil for posting this treasure of a tune. I remember learning the guitar part when I was a very young player. Diamonds and Rust has always been one of my favorites by Joan. She is a GREAT songwriter a wonderful singer and an underrated guitar player. You did a smash-up job analyzing this.

[@SweetJennyFan]

I saw a recent version by Joan of this where she sings “ 50 years ago I bought you some cuff links.”. Perhaps you could review a video of her playing with Earl Scruggs and his son at her home. Really lovely video by David Hoffman.

[@yvonfem]

To sing and play to that level is superb and it's live exceptional talent well done Phil for playing this one

[@Broonzied]

Another great pick Fil. I still remember being spellbound as a child the first time I heard Joan singing. That decade from 1965-1975 saw so many wonderful musicians reach their artistic peak I consider myself so lucky to have grown up through this time.

[@rgwinslow]

What a great song. Great story teller, a talent seemingly missing today. Great analysis. Sometimes the word great is overused, but I am in such awe of her...

[@jcdunn2004]

Another great analysis. Keep up the good work. Listening to this rendition of Diamonds and Rust reminds me when I saw Joan perform solo outdoors near Tanglewood, Western MA in 1972. It was a mesmerizing concert as her voice drifted out among the pines.

[@frankhawthorne3616]

Thanks Fil! A good analysis & (as per usual) well-researched background of the artist. One error I think you may have made was when you said the still-teen-aged Baez “met up (out East) with Odetta & Bob Seger”[sic] & was invited by the latter to the Newport Folk Festival. It was the late folksinger-activist Pete Seeger who was of course a founder of that famous festival..

[@christinecraig7473]

You always cheer me up with your wonderful attitude and analysis with every type of music. So knowledgeable and always so positive. Rare nowadays.

[@pg1171]

Another wonderful analysis! I haven't seen all of our videos, yet, but I'm working on it. And your lessons. I started learning about 25-30 years ago and started playing by ear, after learning several chords. I think your lessons will help me since I'm actually re-learning how to play, after not playing for several years. I still remember a few songs, to my surprise. I've always loved Joan Baez's voice. So much feeling. This song is a wonderful choice for both vocals and guitar playing.

[@larryredburn8688]

HI FIL YOU DO SUCH A GOOD JOB. THANKYOU. THANKYOU FOR ALL YOU DO. JOAN IS A GREAT FOLK SINGER. PEACE AND LOVE

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@PaulMcCaffreyfmac]

It does you great credit, and makes a real difference for the viewer, that you acknowledge every comment with a click. Great work. Thank you.

[@ramonalujan5889]

Always my favorite

[@j.j.9123]

Joan Baez, 1960, House of the Riding Sun, ASTOUNDING! Joan, the Quaker, one of, if not the most principled performers of my lifetime.

[@topgazza]

Beautiful voice and a damn good musician as well. Thanks Fil