By tuning down the A to the baroque pitch, the prelude from Bach sounds like F# major, while still playing it in the original G major; this helps achieve a more vibrant, “full” sound that is closer to ...

Watch Yo-Yo Ma: World-famous cellist's impromptu ... a trio recording with a Cuban flavour. 7. Bach’s Suites for solo cello have been a constant companion throughout his career Yo-Yo has been ...

This is FRESH AIR. I'm Terry Gross. I hope you're enjoying your Thanksgiving. For the holiday, we're going to feature one of our favorite interviews of the year with Yo-Yo Ma. He brought his cello ...