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Song Lesson: Roundabout by Yes
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Song Lesson: Roundabout by Yes
Learn How to Play “Roundabout” by Yes on Guitar with Tab, Video Lessons, and More!
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Learn how to play “Roundabout” by Yes with this immersive TrueFire Song Lesson, taught by acclaimed guitarist and educator Chris Buono. A defining epic of the early-’70s progressive rock era, “Roundabout” fuses precision, momentum, and melodic invention into a track that’s as exhilarating to play as it is to hear. In this hands-on lesson, you’ll learn every guitar part of this relentlessly iconic song, from the crisp, chiming intro textures to the driving rhythmic engine, soaring lines, and the layered guitar interplay that makes the arrangement come alive.
Designed for guitarists of all levels, this Song Lesson provides a complete breakdown of each electric guitar part, plus a simplified strum-along version for beginners. Whether you’re picking up the guitar for the first time or ready to dive into the nuances of multi-part arrangement, rhythmic detail, and tone, Chris guides you through the song with clarity and precision, helping you connect musically—and emotionally—to the material.
The lesson kicks off with a song overview and a full-band performance, giving you a clear sense of structure and vibe. From there, you’ll work through three core electric guitar parts, each taught in a three-phase format: a detailed video lesson, a guided practice session with the instructor, and a full-band playalong that lets you rehearse your part in context. You’ll also learn a simplified version focused on easy chords and consistent rhythm, ideal for players who want to sing and strum along right away.
The professionally produced backing track includes bass, drums, vocals, and click track, creating a realistic band mix to practice with. With TrueFire’s advanced tools—like synced tab and notation, slow motion, looping, and multi-angle video—you can learn each part at your own pace, lock in the details, and revisit any section until you’ve nailed it.
As you progress, you’ll sharpen key rock guitar skills such as tight rhythmic strumming, palm muting, arpeggiated chord shapes, dynamic control, articulate picking, and expressive tone shaping. Chris also explores how the guitar arrangement drives the song’s forward motion and dramatic peaks—giving you the tools to not just play “Roundabout,” but deliver it with confidence and authority.
Perfect for fans of Yes, progressive rock players, or any guitarist seeking to add a high-energy classic to their setlist, this lesson delivers both technical instruction and artistic insight. With Chris Buono’s expert guidance and TrueFire’s Song Lesson System, you’ll walk away with more than just the ability to play “Roundabout”—you’ll learn how to perform it with the punch, precision, and musicality it demands.
Start learning today and tap into the exhilarating drive of one of progressive rock’s most unforgettable songs.
Designed for guitarists of all levels, this Song Lesson provides a complete breakdown of each electric guitar part, plus a simplified strum-along version for beginners. Whether you’re picking up the guitar for the first time or ready to dive into the nuances of multi-part arrangement, rhythmic detail, and tone, Chris guides you through the song with clarity and precision, helping you connect musically—and emotionally—to the material.
The lesson kicks off with a song overview and a full-band performance, giving you a clear sense of structure and vibe. From there, you’ll work through three core electric guitar parts, each taught in a three-phase format: a detailed video lesson, a guided practice session with the instructor, and a full-band playalong that lets you rehearse your part in context. You’ll also learn a simplified version focused on easy chords and consistent rhythm, ideal for players who want to sing and strum along right away.
The professionally produced backing track includes bass, drums, vocals, and click track, creating a realistic band mix to practice with. With TrueFire’s advanced tools—like synced tab and notation, slow motion, looping, and multi-angle video—you can learn each part at your own pace, lock in the details, and revisit any section until you’ve nailed it.
As you progress, you’ll sharpen key rock guitar skills such as tight rhythmic strumming, palm muting, arpeggiated chord shapes, dynamic control, articulate picking, and expressive tone shaping. Chris also explores how the guitar arrangement drives the song’s forward motion and dramatic peaks—giving you the tools to not just play “Roundabout,” but deliver it with confidence and authority.
Perfect for fans of Yes, progressive rock players, or any guitarist seeking to add a high-energy classic to their setlist, this lesson delivers both technical instruction and artistic insight. With Chris Buono’s expert guidance and TrueFire’s Song Lesson System, you’ll walk away with more than just the ability to play “Roundabout”—you’ll learn how to perform it with the punch, precision, and musicality it demands.
Start learning today and tap into the exhilarating drive of one of progressive rock’s most unforgettable songs.
Release date: 03/19/2026 • 2h 24m runtime
Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
Reference Video of All Guitar Parts
What's included
19 lessons • 6 charts • 6 Jam Tracks
Roundabout by Yes
Hey, this is Chris Buono, and I'm gonna show you how to play Roundabout by Yes an iconic tune from the 1971 release called Fragile.
It has multiple electric guitar parts that I'm gonna play on a Heritage 535. We're gonna go through all the parts. I'm giving you everything. We're gonna map these out into multiple parts, and we're gonna map out the sections. Take the ride with us. We went deep on this one, and we can't wait for you to check it out.
We'll start things off with the entire arrangement, and then we're gonna break all the pieces down. Get ready. This is a big one. Roundabout by Yes. Chris Buono doing it. Here we go!
It has multiple electric guitar parts that I'm gonna play on a Heritage 535. We're gonna go through all the parts. I'm giving you everything. We're gonna map these out into multiple parts, and we're gonna map out the sections. Take the ride with us. We went deep on this one, and we can't wait for you to check it out.
We'll start things off with the entire arrangement, and then we're gonna break all the pieces down. Get ready. This is a big one. Roundabout by Yes. Chris Buono doing it. Here we go!
Full Song Performance
Here I'll play through all of the guitar parts so you can hear how everything fits together in the full arrangement. Use this as your roadmap for the feel, phrasing, and interaction between the acoustic and electric parts.
Acoustic Guitar 1 | Lesson
In this lesson you'll how to play the first acoustic guitar part for Roundabout by Yes.
Acoustic Guitar 1 | Practice Session
In this practice session I'll work through the first acoustic guitar part with you at a steady, playable pace.
This is where we'll reinforce the details and help the part feel natural under your fingers.
This is where we'll reinforce the details and help the part feel natural under your fingers.
Acoustic Guitar 1 | Playalong
Now let's take what we've learned in the first acoustic guitar part and play along with the band.
Acoustic Guitar 2 & 3 | Lesson
In this lesson, I'll break down the second and third acoustic guitar parts and show you how they add depth to the arrangement. We'll go through each part carefully so you can hear their role and play them with confidence.
Acoustic Guitar 2 | Practice Session
In this practice session we'll focus on the second acoustic guitar part.
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