Published Jul 5, 2018

Yo-Yo Ma — Music Happens Between the Notes

Celebrated cellist Yo-Yo Ma delves into his journey with the cello, redefining classical music as a vibrant, inclusive medium that bridges cultures and fosters human connection, while sharing his belief in music as a form of hospitality and citizenship.

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Yo-Yo Ma — Music Happens Between the Notes

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Accidental Beginnings

Cultural Confusion

Instruments and Environment

Infinite Variety in Music

Music as Connection

Music as Connection

Musical Vulnerability

Music of Our World

The Power of Music

The Essence of Beauty

Choosing Joy

Cultural Citizenship

Rethinking Classical Music

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Personal Journey

Classical Music Perspective

Musical Philosophy

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Personal JourneyYo-Yo Ma's journey with the cello was a fortuitous accident, leading to a lifelong exploration of music and humanity. His intimate connection with his instruments and the environments he performs in highlights his philosophy of adaptability and communal experience.

Personal Journey

Classical Music PerspectiveYo-Yo Ma reimagines classical music as a dynamic and inclusive art form, emphasizing its roots in improvisation and cultural diversity. He advocates for music as a universal language that fosters connection and understanding across global communities.

Classical Music Perspective

Musical PhilosophyYo-Yo Ma, the celebrated cellist, shares his philosophy of music as a form of hospitality and cultural engagement. He explores the essence of beauty and the role of a citizen artist in fostering connection and transcendence through music.

Musical Philosophy

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