Rick Wakeman Announces Last Tour – Farewell

Former Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman has announced his final solo tour in the US for fall 2024. This tour will feature the debut of “Yessonata,” a new 30-minute instrumental piece that weaves themes and melodies from Yes into a sonata format.

In his tour statement, Wakeman shared:

“I always planned to stop touring by my 77th birthday — for those of you who wish to send me a card, it’s May 18th! — but there is so much to fit in before then that I’m having to make plans now and so my final one-man shows will have to cease by that date.”

Wakeman Announces Final Solo Tour

Reflecting on his decision, Wakeman continued:

“I have thoroughly enjoyed performing the various one-man shows, but it’s time to call it a day. I intend to throw in the best of what I have done in the past, plus a few new surprises on the way, and possibly even the odd guest joining me on the odd occasion.”

Wakeman also noted that he won’t be playing at the same venue twice:

“The plan is not to perform at the same venue twice throughout this period, so whatever venue you are hopefully thinking of coming to, it will be the last performance there — and I am taking this opportunity of thanking everyone and anyone who has supported me over the last 53 years!”

For fans waiting to see Wakeman’s performance, the tour kicks off on October 3 in Tarrytown, New York, and wraps up on November 2 in Landsdowne, Pennsylvania. Tickets for select dates go on sale on July 12 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. For sold-out dates, fans can find tickets on StubHub, which offers a 100% guarantee through their Fan Protect program.