Rick Wakeman

Rick Wakeman

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.

Booth Playhouse
130 N Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28202

Tickets: $81.27 plus

Rick Wakeman, the English keyboardist, composer, and songwriter, best known for his work with Yes and his solo career, will be in Charlotte this week for his final solo tour at the Booth Playhouse. Wakeman’s career began as a session musician in the late ’60s and early ’70s, contributing to iconic songs like David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” and “Life on Mars.” He joined Yes in 1971, becoming a defining figure in the band’s sound with albums like Fragile and Close to the Edge. As a solo artist, he has sold over 50 million albums and composed multiple film scores.

Known for his engaging storytelling, virtuosic piano skills, and a repertoire that spans his extensive musical journey, Wakeman’s live shows offer audiences a mix of his classic solo works, compositions from his tenure with Yes, and perhaps some unexpected covers.

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