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Jon Anderson and the Paul Green Rock Academy perform Yes’ ‘Close to the Edge’ flawlessly in N.J. concert

Jon Anderson (middle left) performs alongside students from the Paul Green Rock Academy at the Wellmont Theatre on July 14. The legendary frontman, backed by the students, recently completed several United States dates, performing Yes’ “Close to the Edge” album in its entirety. Photo by Johnny Knollwood

The legendary vocalist, backed by students aged 17 and under, delivered an impressive performance of classic Yes material, covers and more. Any fan of progressive music is well…

Jon Anderson, original voice of Yes, celebrates 50 years of ‘Close to the Edge’

Jon Anderson performs with the Paul Green School of Rock at Grand Central Terminal in 2007. The singer will perform Yes’ 1972 “Close to the Edge” album with the school on a select number of dates this summer. Photo courtesy of Young Sok Yun

The legendary vocalist, joined by members of the Paul Green Rock Academy, will perform the album in its entirety at select shows through August. Jon Anderson, co-founder and…