Woodstock: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Item: 00-PS-0006903
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Woodstock Sheet Music Anthology contains 24 songs performed at the original 1969 Woodstock festival, plus four bonus songs that helped define the peace and love generation. Woodstock proved to be a touchstone for baby boomers. Whether you were there or not, you can now relive the festival through the music of Canned Heat; Country Joe McDonald; The Who; Janis Joplin; Jimi Hendrix; Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young; and many others with this piano/vocal songbook. Also included is an historical essay putting each song in perspective of the three-day event. Titles: Bad Moon Rising * Everyday People * Feelin' Alright * Going Up the Country * Hey Joe * My Generation * Piece of My Heart * St. Stephen * The Weight * White Rabbit * and more.
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Additional Details
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
172
SKU:
00-PS-0006903
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About the Composer: Joni Mitchell
Joni Mitchell stands as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of the 20th century, known for her poetic lyrics, sophisticated harmonic language, and willingness to reinvent her sound across decades. Her work at Woodstock and throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s helped define an era of introspective, socially conscious songwriting that continues to shape contemporary music.
Why we love this
This anthology captures the cultural lightning rod that was Woodstock through the actual songs that defined it, giving pianists and singers access to the repertoire that shaped a generation's values. The inclusion of an historical essay contextualizes each track within the three-day festival itself, transforming what could be a simple songbook into a meaningful educational resource. The range of artists and styles represented here reflects the festival's genuine diversity, from folk to rock to R&B.
What to expect
Opening this collection is like walking into the cultural epicenter of the late 1960s. The music carries the urgency, idealism, and raw emotion of a generation questioning authority and seeking connection, whether through Jimi Hendrix's guitar-driven power or Janis Joplin's blues-steeped vulnerability. These songs breathe with authenticity and purpose.
Who it's for
Pianists and vocalists studying popular music history, adult learners drawn to the cultural significance of Woodstock, and music teachers seeking repertoire that connects students to meaningful historical moments. This book serves singers preparing art song recitals with a rock and pop emphasis, as well as pianists accompanying vocalists in educational or performance settings.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the original recordings alongside the sheet music; the vocal inflections and rhythmic phrasing in these songs carry as much meaning as the written notes.
- Pay close attention to the chord progressions and voicings, which often contain the harmonic sophistication that made these songs resonate beyond their era.
- Let the historical context inform your interpretation; understanding what these songs meant to audiences in 1969 shapes how you communicate them today.
- Experiment with the tempo and feel suggested in the charts; many of these pieces gain power through subtle groove and pocket rather than strict metronomic precision.
How to use it
Program selections from this anthology in a concert exploring popular music's social impact, or use individual songs as supplementary repertoire in a vocal or piano class studying songwriting across genres. The 172-page collection works well as a resource for a semester-long exploration of rock history, allowing students to perform and analyze the actual music that shaped cultural conversation.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and interpreting piano/vocal/chord charts with contemporary harmonic language
- Understanding lyrical phrasing and emotional communication in pop and rock vocals
- Recognizing and performing rhythmic feels across multiple genres (blues, folk-rock, psychedelic rock)
- Analyzing how chord progressions and melody interact to create memorable popular songs
- Connecting musical choices to historical and cultural context