During the fall of 2023, the historic Caffè Lena of Saratoga Springs will be hosting a benefit celebrating the legacy of the legendary folk singer and artist, Joni Mitchell. The event, “Both Sides Now: Songs of Joni Mitchell,” will take place on Nov. 4 at 8:00 PM, just days before the singer’s 80th birthday.
Caffè Lena first opened in May of 1960 making it America’s longest-running coffeehouse. Being closely tied to the music industry and its history it is no surprise that the venue has chosen to honor such an icon. Although Mitchell has never performed at the venue, both are connected through their strong foundation in folk tradition, fierce independence, and relentless musical vision.
The event will be produced and hosted by Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards Hall of Fame inductee Michael Eck and will feature stellar performances from incredible artists. Throughout the night the lineup of performers including Hall of Famer Sara Ayers; multiple Eddie Award-winner Buggy Jive; Eddie nominee Kate McDonnell; the dynamic Kate McKrell; reclusive regional favorite Rosanne Raneri; and rising star Angelina Valente will take turns singing through Mitchell’s classics.
The tribute will take on all stages of the artist’s career, highlighting her success and affirming her immense impact on the music world.
“Joni has re-emerged to stir idealism and hope, which is exactly the spirit Caffè Lena wants to foster,” says Executive Director Sarah Craig. “This slate of top-tier regional talent, including some rarely seen artists, proves how much pull Joni has on both musicians and fans these days.”
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