Woodsongs 652: Judy Collins - a podcast by The Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour Vodcast

JUDY COLLINS has thrilled audiences worldwide with her unique blend of interpretative folksongs and contemporary themes.

She has a brand new CD called"Bohemian"and a brand new book"Sweet Judy Blue Eyes: My Life in Music."Her impressive career has spanned more than 40 years. At 13, Judy Collins made her public debut performing Mozart's"Concerto for Two Pianos"but it was the music of such artists as Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, as well as the traditional songs of the folk revival, that sparked Judy Collins'love of lyrics. In 1961, Judy Collins released her first album, A Maid of Constant Sorrow, at the age of 22.

Her rendition of Joni Mitchell's"Both Sides Now"on her classic 1967 album, Wildflowers."Both Sides Now"has since been entered into the Grammy's Hall of Fame. Winning"Song of the Year"at the 1975 Grammy's Awards show was Judy's version of"Send in the Clowns."Judy's book,"Sanity and Grace, A Journey of Suicide, Survival and Strength"is a deeply moving memoir, focusing on the death of her only son and the healing process following the tragedy. The book speaks to all who have endured the sorrow of losing a loved one before their time. In a recent appearance on ABC's Good Morning America, Judy performed"Wings of Angels,"the heartbreaking ballad that she wrote about the loss of her son. The song is currently available on Judy Collins Wildflower Festival CD and DVD, which also feature guest artists Arlo Guthrie, Tom Rush and Eric Andersen.

Judy Collins continues to create music of hope and healing that lights up the world and speaks to the heart and WoodSonmgs is proud for her special event return to our show.

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