Rick Wakeman

thumb|right|Wakeman performing in 2017 Rick Wakeman Richard Christopher Wakeman (born 18 May 1949) is an English keyboardist and composer best known as a member of the progressive rock band Yes across five tenures between 1971 and 2004, and for his prolific solo career. Quotes about Rick Wakeman Swapping out the fully competent Tony Kaye for keyboard virtuoso Rick Wakeman put Yes on a completely new level. Sean Murphy of Pop Matters (March 7, 2023) Wakeman, it turns out, is prog rock’s class clown. Possessed of a sharp and irreverent wit of which the public has only recently been made aware, his skills on the keys are no laughing matter. [...] Often an object of ridicule for his stage garb of silver capes and flowing locks, he is highly respected for his skill and humour. Scot Solida of MusicRadar (July 27, 2011) External links Category:Keyboardists Category:Composers from England Category:1949 births Category:Living people Category:Pianists from England