Magnification

by Yes

Overview

Many call Yes' brand of progressive rock "symphonic rock." The term means that the group produces arrangements in the vein of a symphony using typical rock instrumentation. With Magnification, Yes has taken that a step further, adding a symphony orchestra. The orchestra is not simply thrown over the top, though; the songs were written for this particular grouping. Yes has flirted with this type of thing before. Released in 1970, the Time and a Word album featured a string section, but the complete integration is what makes Magnification a superior work. The material on the CD is pretty standard modern Yes fare, but the addition of that symphony really does create a whole new texture. It also seems as if it inspired the band, and some members put in performances that are head and shoulders above their recent work. The album does have its weak moments and gets just a little over the top at times, but there are a lot more moments that shine than dull ones. ~ Gary Hill

Product Details

Release Date:	04/19/2024
Label:	Ear Music
UPC:	4029759195481
Rank:	7536

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Yes   Primary Artist
Steve Howe   Vocals,Mandolin,Pedal Steel,Guitar (Acoustic),Guitar (Electric)
Chris Squire   Vocals,Guitar (Bass)
Jon Anderson   Vocals,MIDI Guitar,Guitar (Acoustic)
Alan White   Drums,Piano,Vocals,Percussion
Larry Groupe   Conductor

Technical Credits

Tim Weidner   Producer,Engineer,Mixing
Larry Czoka   Copyist
Frank Macchia   Orchestration
Patrick Moraz   Composer
Nicholas Sevilla   Engineer
Le Movile   Engineer
John Elder   Engineer
Bruce Donnelly   Orchestration
Steve MacMillan   Mixing
Steve Howe   Composer
Bill Bruford   Composer
Kris Solem   Mastering
Chris Squire   Composer
Charlie Bouis   Engineer
Jon Anderson   Composer
Alan White   Composer
Yes   Producer
Jordan Berliant   Executive Producer
Roger Dean   Logo
Larry Groupe   Arranger,Orchestration