A Chronology of Appearances

This work-in-progress lists all currently known appearances, drawn from a variety of sources.
Researched, Compiled, and Maintained by Simon Montgomery, © 2001-2024.
Special thanks to Joel Bernstein for his contributions and assistance.
Latest Update: October 28, 2024
Please send comments, corrections or additions to: simon@icu.com

A Chronology of Appearances - 2023


(Unconfirmed information is highlighted)

  • 2023.02.28 The Library of Congress Great Hall Washington, DC

    The festivities surrounding this year's Library of Congress
    Gershwin Prize for Popular Song officially kicked-off with
    a grand dinner celebrating 2023 honoree Joni Mitchell

    The who's who guest list for the dinner included both music-industry
    celebrities (James Taylor, Angélique Kidjo, Cyndi Lauper, Graham Nash,
    and more) and Washingtonian VIPs (David Rubenstein,
    Jean and Steve Case, and more) and featured a three-course menu
    served on the second floor of the Library of Congress's Great Hall.

    Guests were treated to a surprise performance from Brandi Carlile,
    Sara Bareilles, and Lucius (Jess Wolfe & Holly Laessig).

    Joni was also presented with a ceremonial flag flown over the U.S. Capitol
    by Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Senator Amy Klobuchar.
    Senator Klobuchar called Mitchell the "most well-deserved recipient ever"
    of the Library of Congress honor.

  • 2023.03.01 DAR Constitution Hall Washington, DC

    The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song,
    the nation's highest award for influence, impact and achievement
    in popular song was awarded to Joni Mitchell.

    Joni Mitchell performed for the crowd at a star-studded concert
    held in her honour. Other entertainers who also performed
    were James Taylor, Brandi Carlile, Cyndi Lauper, Graham Nash,
    Annie Lennox, Diana Krall, Herbie Hancock, Angelique Kidjo,
    Ledisi and Marcus Mumford.

  • 2023.03.02 The Great Hall - Thomas Jefferson Building Washington, DC

    Live! At The Library: A Conversation with Joni Mitchell
    Joni in conversation with Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden.

  • 2023.06.10 ECHOES Through The CANYON
    Brandi Carlile's Joni Jam @ The Gorge Amphitheater
    George, WA


    Joni performed with a potpourri of misc. musical guests,
    including Annie Lennox, Mark Isham, Wendy & Lisa, Lucius,
    Marcus Mumford, Sarah McLachlan and Brandi Carlile

  • 2023.08.23 HERBIE HANCOCK Celebrates WAYNE SHORTER
    @ The Hollywood Bowl
    Los Angeles, CA

    Joni Mitchell was a surprise guest performer

  • 2023.10.14 BRANDI CARLILE & Friends
    Live at the Hollywood Bowl
    Los Angeles, CA

    Joni Mitchell and Annie Lenox were surprise guest performers