It provides faithful piano introductions for her original piano-based songs.
Unlike the modern Joni Mitchell: Complete So Far , this 1970s volume does not include Joni's specific open guitar tunings, which are essential for guitarists wanting to match her unique sound. Joni Mitchell Songbook, Complete vol 1
Being a vintage paperback, used copies often suffer from brittle glue or cracking spines when opened flat on a music stand. Comparison Table Volume 1 (1966–1970) Complete So Far (2014) Song Count Best For Pianists & Collectors Guitarists seeking accuracy Guitar Tabs Basic chords only Authentic tunings & TAB Status Out-of-print Readily available It provides faithful piano introductions for her original
While it includes guitar chord symbols and lyrics, the arrangements are famously written as piano music , even for songs originally composed on guitar. Joni Mitchell Songbook, Complete vol 1