Yo-Yo Ma News

Fringe ArtSpace has announced the debut of the first two original productions from the inaugural Collective incubator program: Without Fear Theatre showcase the neurodiversity-affirming story of two strangers learning to connect using more than words featuring a live band acting as narrator with a 1970’s rock flare in “FIND ME: A Modern Rock Opera” February 23-March 3. 

Mark Morris will team up again with musical collaborator Ethan Iverson for The Look of Love, a wistful and heartfelt homage to the chart-topping songs of Burt Bacharach which premiered to acclaim in 2022 at the Kennedy Center.

8-time GRAMMY Award winner Christian McBride has shared a new single “Philly Slop,” recorded with renowned Bassist and composer Edgar Meyer, from the duo's upcoming album But Who's Gonna Play The Melody?. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Signature Theatre has revealed the cast of Spotlight Resident Sarah Ruhl’s Orlando, adapted from Virginia Woolf’s novel and directed by Will Davis.

The Sun Valley Music Festival has announced that in celebration of its 40th anniversary, world-renowned cellist and musical ambassador Yo-Yo Ma will be the featured guest artist of the 2024 Gala.

On March 28–30, Anna Clyne's piano concerto ATLAS is premiered by soloist Jeremy Denk and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, led by Fabio Luisi. After the premiere, Denk tours the new work—co-commissioned by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, City of Birmingham Symphony, and Aspen Music Festival—with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and conductor Kazuki Yamada on May 1 (European premiere), then with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and conductor Chen Yi on May 16–19.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and San Francisco Symphony will perform in Orange County this March. Nathalie Stutzmann, the Music Director of ASO, will conduct ASO in their Orange County debut. Esa-Pekka Salonen, the Music Director of SFS, will lead SFS in an all-Sibelius program. Both concerts are sponsored by the Donna L. Kendall Classical Series.

First Stage has announced the return of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S “WE ARE IN PLAY!”, a rollicking musical adventure written by Mo Willems (Book and Lyrics) and based on his award-winning Elephant & Piggie children's books. Learn more about the production here!

First Stage announces the return of ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY!', a musical adventure based on Mo Willems' beloved children's books.

Anna Handler has been appointed as assistant conductor of The Boston Symphony Orchestra for a two-year term commencing in September 2024.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra has announced that Anna Handler has been appointed as assistant conductor for a two-year term commencing in September 2024. BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons appointed Handler to the position, where she will join Samy Rachid, appointed in 2023, as one of the BSO's two assistant conductors.

Carnegie Hall has revealed its programming for its 2024–2025 season, including approximately 170 concerts. See full programing and learn how to purchase tickets!

Saratoga Performing Arts Center's ambitious season will feature a mix of masterworks from the classical cannon, alongside SPAC premieres and appearances by a diverse and international slate of today's most exciting artists and conductors.

Find out who won at the GRAMMYs. Notable winners include Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, Fred Again.., Shucked songwriter Brandy Clark, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Kylie Minogue, Billie Eilish for the Barbie soundtrack, and more.

San Antonio Philharmonic announces the appointment of Jeffrey Kahane as Music Director for the 2024-2025 season, marking a new era of commitment to the San Antonio community.

The Staller Center invites you to be in 'the room where it happens' with Leslie Odom, Jr., on March 9 for An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr. Renowned across stage, screen, and song, Odom, Jr. is best known for his roles as Aaron Burr in Hamilton and Purlie in Purlie Victorious.

Tanglewood has revealed details of its 2024 season, opening in late June through August 31.

Carnegie Hall presents an evening with John Williams and Yo-Yo Ma on February 22. John Williams conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra in this one-night-only benefit concert featuring Yo-Yo Ma.

Nickel Creek confirms co-headline tour with Andrew Bird this summer. Newly confirmed stops include Boise's Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden, Minneapolis' Surly Brewing, Charlottesville's Ting Pavilion, Asheville's Rabbit Rabbit, Atlanta's Coca-Cola Roxy and Charleston's Firefly Distillery among many others.

Join celebrated violinist Daniel Phillips for a Violin Master Class. Enhance your skills and learn from a renowned expert in this immersive experience.