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Jon Anderson
Open

Album 2011 on Gonzo Multimedia label
Rock, Classical, Folk, World and (Prog Rock)

10/25/2011 – Much to the excitement of music fans across the globe, on October 25, 2011 legendary YES vocalist Jon Anderson will release as a digital download an epic musical work entitled "OPEN." A return to the long-form composition that Jon Anderson is best known for, ("Close To The Edge", "Gates of Delirium", "Revealing" and "Awaken"), OPEN is a 21-minute exhilarating musical journey; a pioneering effort that weaves intricate melodic and harmonic themes within a classical music framework whilst showcasing Anderson's iconic vocals and timeless melodies throughout. In many ways OPEN is a return to Jon Anderson's musical roots, as YES music continually flows through his veins, making it only natural to revisit now and again. Coupled with wonderful orchestration by his neighbor and good friend Stefan Podell, messages of peace, love, light and freedom are further explored within OPEN, making listening an uplifting and joyous experience! "'Forever taken to that place of understanding,' are the first lyrics of 'OPEN', as though I am always remembering my true musical journey. To create this work, I sat with my 19th Century guitar and strummed ideas last spring 2010. Songs just poured out of me that week, and before I knew it I had created a long form musical idea, and with the help of Stefan Podell's powerful orchestration, we put together what is now 'OPEN.' It has 4 movements all intertwined, and seems to have a life of its own. For those who love this kind of music, I feel so happy to present it as one of many I hope to create over the coming years. My love 'Janee' has helped in production with her unique musical observations and her angel voice. I am so happy and thankful... Many Blessings." Jon Anderson - October 2011 Jon Anderson's OPEN is available as a digital download on October, 25, 2011 and can be obtained via iTunes.

Musicians

	Jon Anderson voc, *1944 GB lyrics by, music by, producer, vocals, album by
	Kevin Shima voc, g, US acoustic guitar, vocals
	Alexander Cutler-Fetkewicz arranged by, strings, recorded by, strings
	Jon Fink arranged by, strings, recorded by, strings
	Susan Lerner arranged by, strings, recorded by, strings
	Stefan Podell bass, classical guitar, electric guitar, guitar, music by, additional, orchestrated by, percussion, twelve-string guitar, vocals, additional
	Zach Page eb, classical guitar, electric guitar
	Charles Scott drums
	Stephan Junca dr, perc, drums, percussion, african percussion
	Zach Tenorio-Miller key, voc, organ, piano
	Brian Hobart perc, key, percussion
	Jane Luttenberger Anderson voc, producer, vocals, angel vocals
	Aaron Wolfe vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group
	Amy Stevens vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group
	Ian O'Rourke vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group
	Jacob Stringfellow vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group
	Madelyn Frey vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group
	Robert Foster vocals, choral via cal poly a cappella group

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