June 15

Alan Performs The Firebird with Seattle Symphony

Alan celebrated his 60th birthday on Sunday, June 14, by performing Stravinsky's The Firebird with the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. The show was at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.

Click the pictures below to view the gallery on Alan's Facebook page.

Alan discusses The Firebird score onstage with Seattle
Symphony’s Principal Percussionist Michael Werner
following Wednesday’s rehearsal.

June 12

Mackie D8B (Digital 8-Buss Mixer) For Sale

April 22

Say "Yes" to a cure for Cystic Fibrosis!

April 14

Click below to view pictures from the two rehearsal sessions for the Imagine a Cure show.

April 13
Read the recent interview that Alan gave to Mike Tiano for Notes From the Edge, in which he discusses Yes, the upcoming Lennon show, and Music Aid Northwest.

April 10
Alan will be making a guest appearance this evening as The Ventures and The Fabulous Wailers perform at the Moore Theater, in Seattle. Visit the Moore's web site for ticketing information.

April 9
Trevor Rabin has confirmed that he will be participating in the Evening With the Music of John Lennon on April 18. This marks the first time that Alan, Chris and Trevor have played together since the Prince's Trust concert in 2004. Tickets are still available at Ticketmaster and the Snoqualmie Casino Box Office.

March 27
Alan will be appearing in Everett tonight with Spike and the Impalers. Tickets are still available, and there is more information here and here.

March 23
Apple Jam, a Seattle-area Beatles tribute band, will join Alan at the International Beatle Week Festival, at the Cavern Club from August 28-31. Details at the Cavern Club web site.

March 22
Alan will take part in the Rock n Roll Fantasy Camp in Hollywood, CA. from April 29 - May 3, alongside Steven Tyler (Aerosmith), Todd Rundgren, Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad), Duff McKagan (Guns N Roses, Velvet Revolver), Steve Lukather (TOTO), Bruce Kulick (KISS), Eddie Kramer (Producer & Engineer - Led Zeppelin, KISS, Hendrix), Guy Fieri (Rock and Roll Master Chef) Mark Hudson (Producer & Songwriter - Aerosmith, Ringo Starr, Ozzy Osborne), Sandy Gennaro (Bo Diddley, Joan Jett), Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats), Teddy Andreadis (Guns N Roses,Alice Cooper). Click here for more information on the camp.

March 13

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

An Evening with the Music of John Lennon

Who's Who List of Musicians to Perform Komen Benefit Concert at Snoqualmie Casino

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. - March 11- On April 18th, at the brand-new, state-of-the-art Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom, some of the world's greatest musicians will come together for a special, intimate performance honoring the music of John Lennon, and benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure Puget Sound Affiliate.

This once-in-a-lifetime concert will play host to a spectacular gathering of musicians whose careers span the decades as well as genres, including Alan White (Yes, Plastic Ono Band, John Lennon), Chris Squire (Yes), Sheldon Reynolds (EWF, Commodores, Brian Culbertson), Mandi Perkins (singer/songwriter), Shawn Smith (singer/songwriter, Brad), Elliott Easton (The Cars), Mark Hudson (songwriter/producer), Chris Squire (Yes), Spike Edney (Queen), Jamie Moses (Queen), Eric Bazilian (The Hooters/songwriter), Ryan Roxie (Alice Cooper/Slash's Snakepit), Jeff Foskett (Beach Boys), and Reek Havok. A number of special guest performers are still to be announced.

The concert will feature a core band with guest artists performing several of their favorite Lennon songs from The Beatles, The Plastic Ono Band, and John Lennon's solo career.

"We are so thankful for this partnership. The funds raised at this benefit concert will save lives by providing breast cancer education, screening, treatment and support for underserved women living in Western Washington, and will also be invested in national research focused on the discovery of the cure(s) for breast cancer," said Mona Locke, executive director of the Komen Puget Sound Affiliate.

Event:     	An Evening with the Music of John Lennon
Date:             Saturday, April 18, 2009
Location:         Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom (900 seat venue)
VIP Reception:    6:00PM
Doors Open:       7:00PM
Concert:          7:30PM
Tickets On-sale:  March 21 through Ticketmaster and the Snoqualmie Casino Box Office

Concert goers will have the option of purchasing a special VIP Experience, which includes a private reception where guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, and meet and greet opportunities. VIP Experience guests will also receive a signed and numbered limited edition poster featuring the artwork of Klaus Voorman.

Tickets will be available at the Snoqualmie Casino Box Office and at all Ticketmaster outlets, or by calling Ticketmaster at 206-628-0888 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets go on-sale to the public March 21. For more information about the event and performers visit www.snocasino.com.

About Snoqualmie Casino
Snoqualmie Casino is the closest gaming center to Seattle and the first on the Eastside. Comprised of over 170,000-square-feet of entertainment space, the Vegas-style venue features 50 table games, 10 poker tables, and 1,700 state-of-the-art slot machines. In addition to world class boxing, the 11,000-square-foot Ballroom will also host other high-profile events such as live concerts and national poker tournaments. Five restaurants, three unique lounges and bars, and a plush cigar lounge round out the total entertainment experience. With unrivaled natural surroundings and majestic views of the Cascade Mountains, Snoqualmie Casino offers classic elegance in a sophisticated Northwest setting. For additional information, visit www.snocasino.com.

About Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Born in a promise between two sisters, Nancy Brinker to her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died from breast cancer at the age of 36 - our vow to end breast cancer forever has become the promise of millions. Since launching the breast cancer movement 25 years ago, Susan G. Komen for the Cure has transformed the culture-how the world talks about and treats this devastating disease and has helped to turn millions of breast cancer patients into breast cancer survivors. Today, Komen is the world's largest and most progressive grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists. We fight to cure breast cancer at every stage, from the causes to the cures and the pain and anxiety of every moment in between.

The Komen Puget Sound Affiliate was founded in 1993 to forward the mission of our National organization-to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. The Affiliate is making a difference in the lives of those here in the Puget Sound area affected by breast cancer. Since inception, the Affiliate has invested more than $18 million in local nonprofit, tribal and government agencies that provide breast health/breast cancer services to underserved residents of our 16-county service area.

March 9
Private Lessons available
Saturday, March 14th, Alan will be conducting private lessons at Donn Bennett's Drum Studio, in Bellevue, Washington. Contact the studio for rates and availability.

In honor of St. Patrick's Day, Alan will join Geoffrey Castle for two perfomances of Celtic Music, Saturday evening, March 14th, and Sunday afternoon, March 15th. Tickets on sale here.

March 7
Sunday, March 15, Alan will take part in the Hot Rocks People's Choice Awards show, at the Triple Door, in Seattle.

In addition to presenting the award for Best Drummer, Alan will be joined by Roger Fisher, Randy Hansen, Steve Boyce and Robyn Dawn (vocalist for the Seattle-area Yes tribute band, Parallels) to perform Hold On, from 90125. Tickets are still available and on sale here.

February 27
Here are some pictures of Alan at NAMM 2009:

February 20
Dear friends,
It was with great disappointment we had to announce the cancellation of the West Coast leg of the current “In the Present” tour due to a medical emergency regarding bassist Chris Squire. Chris required immediate surgery that could not be postponed thus interrupting the tour shortly after it began on February 5th in Mexico City. This came as a complete shock to everyone, not the least being myself, but his operation was a success and after a period of rest, recuperation, and with his doctor’s approval, Chris is planning to return to the line-up fully recovered and stronger than ever.

I spoke with Chris recently and he’s doing well physically and in very good spirits. The entire band is looking forward to getting back on the road as soon as possible.

We thank you for your understanding, for keeping Chris and his family in your prayers, and look forward to the day we can again play YES music for you live on stage again.

Sincerely,

Alan White

February 19
In the Present Tour Cancelled
The "In The Present Tour," featuring Yes’ Steve Howe, Chris Squire and Alan White, is cancelling the remaining scheduled shows.

Chris underwent surgery on his leg on February 11, 2009. The operation was successful and Chris is on his way to a full recovery. However, Chris has been advised by his physician that he needs a one month rest period, hence the reason for the cancellation of the rest of the tour dates.

As previous stated, Chris, and the rest of the band, wishes to apologize for any inconvenience that this might have caused to their fans and hopes to see them again soon.

January 30
Click the photo at left to view pictures of Alan at the Beatles 40th Annivesary Tribute concert, held today in Seattle, Washington.

January 23
Listen to Crossroads with Bob Rice on KYRS-LP, in Spokane, Washington on Sunday between 1pm and 3pm for an interview with Alan.

January 7
Click the photo at left to view pictures of Alan from the In the Present tour. Thanks to Krista Wallhagen for sharing.

In February and March, Alan will once again be touring with Steve Howe and Chris Squire, joined by Benoit David and Oliver Wakeman. Tour dates are posted at YesWorld.

January 5
Alan will again be participating in the NAMM All Star Jam at the Anaheim Convention Center on Jan 16th. This will be Alan's 3rd appearance at the Jam.

Also scheduled to appear are Tommy Zvoncheck (formerly of the Blue Oyster Cult, ZKG), Spencer Davis (Spencer Davis Group), Mungo Jerry, Jeff Cook (Alabama), Chris Slade (AC/DC, Asia, Manfred Mann, Uriah Heep), Liberty DeVitto (Billy Joel), Carmine Appice (Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stewart), Reek Havok, Bobby Kimball (Toto), Jim Sohns (Shadows of Knight), Richie Castellano (Blue Oyster Cult), Seymour Duncan, Jeff Pevar (CSN, Starship, Jennifer Warnes), Mark Meadows (Edgar Winter, Lisa Loeb), Jeff Ganz (Johnny Winter), Alto Reed (Silver Bullet Band), Janelle Sadler (Natalie Cole), Shelley Tomberg (Shelley and the Curves), and Christy Wheeler. The All Star Jam is produced by David Harris.