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The Joan Baez Songbook

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In 1965 - this book taught me how to play guitar. The songs are shown in their original keys and are not easy for a beginning guitarist. HOWEVER, all songs are transposed and with the use of a CAPO (song book says CAPO at 3rd Fret) you are playing the same chords Joan plays. If your guitar is tuned.. you play right along with her.. sure beats Volga Boatman!

This book is filled with classic folk songs/ballads/hymns/lullabies, etc. that shouldn't be forgotten. They're songs for adults and children alike that have formed the roots of many current songs and stories.

I originally bought this songbook in the 1960's when I was a teenager. During the ensuing years it disappeared. I've taken up guitar again, and wanted this songbook back. I was delighted to find it. It's still the best ever for those interested in folk music

I am so happy I purchased this book. It took me back to when I was 18, full of excitement and hope for the future. On their own, these songs reflect a humanity of the world which seems to be forgotten with the constant adoration of hip-hop, rock & roll and glitz. Folk singing is a very private thing - one, however, that could be shared with those you trust. Joan Baez was the perfect purveyer of the art. Her voice, interpretations and the documentation of these songs is a gift to our generation.

Haunting, beautiful melodies..Timeless tunes the likes of "Jackaroe" & "Fenerio" make this a treasure.. the only thing missing is Joans' perfect voice!

The Joan Baez Songbook is an excellent foray into the folk music that put Ms. Baez on the map. All the songs included are classics, and easy to play. Fans of Joan Baez or folk music should have this songbook in their repertoire.

Easy to play, impossible to forget. Everyone who plays guitar or is learning to play needs this book.

I am so glad I found this songbook! I had one years ago when I was a teen learning to play guitar.Somehow it was lost along the way. My book was in great shape for being a used item. I was thrilled and have spent days thinking back on those days and remembering that wonderful time in my life. I'm loving playing those precious songs of yesteryear that are still so heartwarming. Thanks.

Excellent...it is a replacement for one that I lost in a flood several years ago.

I owned this book in high school (40 yrs ago) and learned to play a guitar with it. Songs are beautiful and haunting. Bought again to play with violin. If you like old ballards, many you've never heard of, this is the perfect book.