During the late 1960s and early 1970s, Laurel Canyon was a hotbed of music, attracting everyone from Jim Morrison and the Doors to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and Glen Campbell. Yet the women of Laurel Canyon were equally important to the creative energy of this remarkable music scene. Through their iconic songwriting, new collaborations, friendships, and legendary gatherings, they helped define the folk-rock sound that influenced a generation of performers. This course will focus on Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins, Cass Elliot, Bonnie Raitt, and other women trailblazers. We will explore their music, relationships, collaborations, and the enduring influence of their songwriting and sound.