Symphonic Live
152 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · symphonic rock
A lush orchestral arrangement intertwines with Yes's intricate progressive rock compositions in a vibrant live setting.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Symphonic Live' captures Yes at a rejuvenated phase after several lineup changes and a return to their symphonic roots. This album followed the band's studio release 'Magnification' (2001), which also embraced orchestral elements, showcasing their willingness to evolve while honoring their classic sound.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, symphonic rock
Symphonic Live is an album by Yes. A lush orchestral arrangement intertwines with Yes's intricate progressive rock compositions in a vibrant live setting. This album is significant as it demonstrates Yes's enduring influence in the progressive rock genre, particularly through its orchestral reinterpretations of well-known tracks. 'Symphonic Live' received positive critical acclaim and solidified the band's legacy, particularly among fans who appreciate the fusion of rock and classical music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Symphonic Live sound like?
A lush orchestral arrangement intertwines with Yes's intricate progressive rock compositions in a vibrant live setting. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Symphonic Live by Yes notable?
This album is significant as it demonstrates Yes's enduring influence in the progressive rock genre, particularly through its orchestral reinterpretations of well-known tracks. 'Symphonic Live' received positive critical acclaim and solidified the band's legacy, particularly among fans who appreciate the fusion of rock and classical music. Released in 2001, 'Symphonic Live' captures Yes at a rejuvenated phase after several lineup changes and a return to their symphonic roots. This album followed the band's studio release 'Magnification' (2001), which also embraced orchestral elements, showcasing their willingness to evolve while honoring their classic sound.
Who is Symphonic Live for?
Symphonic Live works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Symphonic Live?
Symphonic Live has 14 tracks, running approximately 152 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Overture 2:30
- 2 Close to the Edge Standout 20:30
- 3 Long Distance Runaround 5:28
- 4 Don’t Go 4:29
- 5 In the Presence Of 11:03
- 6 The Gates of Delirium Standout 23:30
- 7 Steve Howe Guitar Solo 6:25
Disc 2
- 1 Starship Trooper 12:18
- 2 Magnification 7:23
- 3 And You and I 11:15
- 4 Ritual 28:21
- 5 I’ve Seen All Good People 7:20
- 6 Owner of a Lonely Heart 5:48
- 7 Roundabout 6:28
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
152 min 48 sec
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