Much to the delight of fortunate music fans
in the Eastern part of North America, music legends and former
YES members Jon Anderson and Rick Wakeman will be playing a select
number of engagements this coming Fall 2011. The legendary duo
performed a series of successful concerts in the UK in 2010 in support of their critically acclaimed CD release 'The Living
Tree', and are now bringing their highly anticipated show to America!
Having
worked
together on and off since 1971's groundbreaking YES masterwork
'Fragile', Jon Anderson and Rick Wakeman have traveled similar
musical paths that have eventually and happily led their careers back
together again! Now once again, the duo promise a magical evening of
music and humor for all who attend! “Expect a night of music, full of
YES classics and new adventures in song from 'The Living Tree' album and
moments of brilliance, humor and affection borne from a friendship and
musical partnership that has lasted 40 years”, says Jon. "We knew from
the responses on the last YES tour that the acoustic section was
extremely popular and that many of the pieces could be re-arranged and
adapted to make very interesting and hopefully enjoyable new ways of
playing YES music and our own music," adds Rick.
The
tour is being produced by Metropolitan Talent Presents and is booked by
Keith Naisbitt of Los Angeles based Agency for the Performing Arts.
John Scher co-CEO of Metropolitan says, "We are incredibly proud to be
presenting the North American debut of this legendary duo! Jon and Rick
ARE the voice and sound of YES, as well as famously successful solo
performers! This tour will be areal treat for their legions of fans."
Here's
what the UK press has said about the Anderson Wakeman tour:
“One of the songs played on the night was the
impressive '23/24/11' (from Anderson Wakeman - The Living Tree), the
true story of a soldier out in Afghanistan who had that amount of time
left to serve as his tour of duty. Looking round at the audience there
wasn't a dry eye left in the house. Once more the combination of Jon's
amazing vocal style and the lyrics work perfectly.” - Ian D. Hall, LS Media, UK
“Anderson showed yet again that he is the true voice of YES...Wakeman provided the keyboard wizardry and a stream of stories.”
- Ian Harvey, Express & Star, UK
“Supporters
of these two legends can witness close up, their unique bond which
spans almost 40 years; and why these two are being billed as the 'Heart
and Soul' of Prog giants YES.” - Classic Media, UK
"Constant
humorous interludes and witty interjections from the pair helped
enliven the show and added a welcomed lightness. Not only were these
anecdotes entertaining, they were also insightful...these two are a
perfect creative partnership." - Neil Mach, Staines Weblog
The
Anderson Wakeman Fall 2011 Tour Dates:
10/19/11 - Potawatomi Casino - Milwaukee, WI
10/22/11 - Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead - Munhall, PA
10/23/11 - Lisner Auditorium - Washington, DC
10/24/11 - Concert Hall - New York, NY
10/26/11 - Kleinhans Music Hall - Buffalo, NY
10/27/11 - The Palace Theatre - Albany, NY
10/29/11 - Tropicana Casino Resort - Atlantic City, NJ
10/30/11 - Temple Performing Arts Center - Philadelphia, PA
11/01/11 - Capitol Center for the Arts - Concord, NH
11/02/11 - The Ridgefield Playhouse - Ridgefield, CT
11/04/11 - Count Basie Theatre - Red Bank, NJ
11/05/11 - Sherman Theatre - Stroudsburg, PA
11/06/11 - Theatre at Westbury - Westbury, NY
11/08/11 - Hanover Theatre - Worcester, MA
11/10/11 - Grande Theatre du Quebec - Quebec City, QC, Canada
11/12/11 - St. Denis Theatre - Montreal, QC, Canada
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