----------------------------------------------------- AUGUST 4, 2002 ----------------------------------------------------- Source: Mars Music http://www.marsmusic.com/community/singers/backline/jonanderson/ Jon Anderson Masters the Fragile Art of Long-Term Success Jon Anderson has captivated audiences for over three decades with the extraordinary range of his talent--he's a musician, singer/songwriter, philanthropist New Age advocate and visual artist. As co-founder of Yes in 1968 along with Chris Squire, Jon brought a fresh, angelic vocal quality to rock music and helped pioneer the "art rock" sound that originated in the late 60's. Other than a short period away from the band in the early 80's (when Yes producer and Buggles founder Trevor Horn took over vocal duties), Jon has been the lead singer and main figurehead for the band. Still a commanding vocalist (and perhaps never sounding better), Jon executes complex melodies flawlessly and delivers intense and dynamic live performances, as witnessed at the Masterworks show at the Mars Music Amphitheatre. This year's tour gave Jon the chance to play a variety of roles in the band including vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist, and percussionist. Tech Note: Jon's equipment is maintained by Yes techs, Shooz (guitar), John Walsh (percussion) and Will Alexander (keys), who gave us insight into Jon's tools of choice. Vocals     * Shure Beta 58A  Guitar     * Takamine Sante Fe acoustic guitar  Keyboards     * Yamaha CS1X Control Synthesizer controlling a Korg M1R Synthesizer Module     * BOSS FV300L Foot Volume Control Pedal  Percussion     * Zildjian Oriental     * Zildjian 20" China Low     * 3 Sets of Chimes from the Home Depot Garden Shop     * Assorted Cowbells     * Assorted Maracas and Mallets     * Small Mirror Ball (direct from Spencer Gifts...just for fun)     * Tibetan Bells     * Egyptian Tambourines  Close Window YesInThePress.com For site comments, problems, corrections, or additions, contact YesinthePress@aol.com