Roundabout: Lead Sheet
Yes
Item: 00-PSL-000616
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Description
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-000616
More about this title
About the Artist: Yes
Yes formed in 1968 and became architects of progressive rock, transforming what was possible in the genre through ambitious arrangements, virtuosic musicianship, and fearless experimentation. The band's integration of synthesizers, string sections, and complex time signatures into rock music opened doors for generations of musicians and redefined the sonic landscape of popular music.
Why we love this
These arrangements capture the harmonic sophistication and rhythmic complexity that made Yes essential listening for serious rock musicians. Guitar students get a masterclass in progressive rock vocabulary: extended chords, syncopated rhythms, and melodic counterpoint that goes far beyond standard chord-and-melody charts.
What to expect
Intricate, elegant, and propulsive all at once. These songs balance technical demands with genuine melodic beauty, combining the precision of classical composition with the energy and attitude of rock. Playing Yes material demands both mechanical facility and interpretive maturity; there is no hiding behind distortion or simplicity here.
Who it's for
Guitar students and musicians serious about progressive rock repertoire, from intermediate players working toward advanced technique up through aspiring session and touring musicians. Teachers seeking substantial, musically rewarding material that bridges rock and classical traditions will find these pieces invaluable for building harmonic literacy and rhythmic independence.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the TAB alongside the harmonic movement to understand how chord voicings sit on the fretboard; progressive rock guitar often prioritizes intervallic relationships over open-position chords.
- Lock the rhythmic subdivisions early, especially in pieces that shift between straight eighths and triplet feels; Yes often layered these textures together.
- Use the dynamic markings and articulation symbols in the TAB to shape phrases; clean, intentional picking articulation defines the polished Yes sound.
- Reference recordings to hear how the guitar lines interact with keyboards and bass; these arrangements are scored, not solo vehicles.
How to use it
Feature these pieces in concerts centered on rock history or progressive music, pairing them with original student compositions or classical works that share harmonic or structural DNA. They also serve as anchors in curriculum exploring how guitar became a vehicle for compositional ambition beyond blues-based frameworks.
Skills your students will build
- Reading complex TAB notation with articulation and dynamic symbols
- Playing across extended chord voicings and non-standard tunings
- Managing syncopated rhythms and shifts between duple and triple subdivisions
- Hearing and performing countermelodic lines that interact with other instruments
- Developing touch and picking precision for transparent, articulate tone