I grew up close to where Joni Mitchell grew up, about 100 miles or so away, spending time in the prairie hills, feral and free amidst the sweeping fields and wildflowers of the Northern Prairies.
I did not fully realize it at the time, but those days on the prairies shaped the very person I am today.
“I grew up in the northern prairies, about 100 miles from where Joni Mitchell was born…”
~ Avigail
Why This Site Exists
Many years have passed since and I have gone on to study music, quite specifically, the early works of Joni Mitchell, her special tunings, the processes on how she got there and the folk world in her early years. I believe in passing on what may one day become lost knowledge and my goal here is to share what I have learned with you!
Here, you’ll find:
• Clear lessons on tunings, chords, songwriting, and technique
• Personal reflections on creativity, confidence, and growth
• A community for people who want authentic, grounded musical learning
This is a place for:
• Guitar and songwriting tutorials
• Reflections and essays about creativity, courage, music, and life
• Song breakdowns and musical analysis that teach you how to understand songs, not just copy them
• A welcoming, low-pressure space for anyone who wants to learn
If you’re ready to learn, explore, or simply listen — stay awhile.
Welcome to my musical studio.
~ Avigail, The Last Living Shepherdess
“I believe in rescuing what may one day become lost knowledge. Let’s keep this beautiful musical folk culture alive!”
~ Avigail
