Long Distance Runaround: Lead Sheet
Yes
Item: 00-PSL-000615
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Since the group's formation in 1968, Yes has been an influential, progressive band that not only pioneered the use of synthesizers and sound effects in modern music, but also produced timeless symphonic-rock masterworks. This collection offers 11 classic songs from Yes in full Guitar TAB notation. Titles are: Clap * Hold On * I've Seen All Good People (a. Your Move b. All Good People) * Long Distance Runaround * Money * Montreux's Theme * Mood for a Day * Owner of a Lonely Heart * Roundabout * Tempus Fugit.
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Additional Details
Series:
Guitar Anthology Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
124
SKU:
00-PSL-000615
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About the Artist: Yes
Yes emerged from London in 1968 to become one of the defining forces in progressive rock. The band's signature sound combined Jon Anderson's soaring vocals, Rick Wakeman's elaborate keyboard arrangements, and Chris Squire's inventive bass lines with a commitment to expanding rock music's structural and sonic possibilities. Their willingness to integrate synthesizers, orchestral textures, and complex time signatures into stadium-sized arrangements influenced generations of musicians across rock, metal, and alternative genres.
Across albums like "Fragile" (1971), "Close to the Edge" (1972), and "90125" (1983), Yes demonstrated that commercial success and artistic ambition were not mutually exclusive. Their catalog spans everything from intricate instrumental passages and multi-part song cycles to accessible pop-rock hooks, making their work a rich resource for guitarists studying how to balance technical precision with emotional storytelling.
Why we love this
Yes's guitar work demands serious technical engagement. These 11 pieces span the band's evolution from early acoustic fingerstyle to layered electric arrangements, giving guitarists a front-row seat to how the instrument functioned within one of progressive rock's most ambitious ensembles. The TAB notation makes these iconic parts accessible without oversimplifying them.
What to expect
These pieces shift between moments of crystalline clarity and dense, layered textures. You move from the meditative fingerpicking of "Mood for a Day" to the rhythmic drive of "Owner of a Lonely Heart," experiencing the full range of what Yes explored: intricate instrumental passages, memorable vocal-driven songs, and the interplay between acoustic and electric tones that defined their sound.
Who it's for
This collection is for guitarists who want to dig into sophisticated rock repertoire and understand how progressive rock bands constructed their sound. It appeals equally to players learning fingerstyle technique, musicians exploring extended song forms, and anyone seeking to master the guitar innovations Yes pioneered.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the original recordings alongside the TAB to understand how guitar lines interact with keyboards and bass. Many Yes arrangements feature guitar as one voice in a dense texture rather than the focal point.
- Pay attention to dynamics and touch, especially in acoustic passages like "Mood for a Day." The notation alone won't capture the subtle variations that make these parts breathe.
- Use a capo strategically to match the original keys while maintaining the playability and tone balance these songs require.
How to use it
Individual pieces work well as recital selections for guitarists at intermediate to advanced levels. "Roundabout" and "Owner of a Lonely Heart" are recognizable enough to engage audiences; "Mood for a Day" and "Your Move" suit intimate settings. You might also feature multiple Yes pieces across a program to illustrate how a single artist's work evolved over decades.
Skills your students will build
- Fingerstyle technique and nail tone production
- Reading and executing complex rhythmic phrases and syncopation
- Understanding how guitar lines function within dense, multi-instrumental arrangements
- Playing across multiple registers and positions on the fretboard
- Capturing stylistic articulation and dynamics in progressive rock contexts