For the famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma, it took those early days of the pandemic, when a lot of folks were trapped in their homes or apartments, to really start thinking about reconnecting with the outdoors.

Years ago, the acclaimed cellist asked a high school student to help him name his instrument. He brought his cello — aka "Petunia" — in for music and conversation during this May 2024 interview. This ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by Historical response to the cello endpin, which anchors the instrument to the floor, has alternated between acceptance and pushback. By Max Keller ...

NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Ana Gonzalez and cellist Yo-Yo Ma about their new podcast 'Our Common Nature' from WNYC, which connects music with nature and place. For the famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma, it ...