Yo-Yo Ma

Program*

Johannes Brahms | Nänie, Op. 82 (12’)
Jonathan Leshnoff | Of Thee I Sing (21’)**
Intermission
‍Johann Sebastian Bach | Dona nobis pacem from the Mass in B minor (4’)
‍Edward Elgar | Cello Concerto in E minor, Op. 85 (31’)

‍Running time is 65 minutes

Yo-Yo Ma―Centerstage with Harmony from Discord. Be inspired by the power of music that transcends oppression through the triumph of the human spirit with hope and peace.

We are thrilled to perform with Yo-Yo Ma! This hallmark concert gives you the opportunity to hear a legend in the classical music world and support your symphony.

"Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.” – Kahlil Gibran

Whether you select the VIP experience with the best seats in the house and attend our exclusive pre-concert reception* at the Chuckanut Distillery Ballroom, or the ticket that is most accessible to you, your ticket for this special add-on concert will help launch the BSO into the next 50 years. Learn more about VIP tickets and reception here.

*Yo-Yo Ma will not be at the reception

Of Note

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Yo-Yo Ma began studying the cello at age four and performed for President Dwight D. Eisenhower and John F. Kennedy when he was seven. 

Of Thee I Sing composed by Johnathan Leshnoff, was sung at the 25th anniversary of Oklahoma City Bombing.

This will be the first time that Yo-Yo Mas has performed in Bellingham! 

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Discover More
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WATCH Yo-Yo Ma Plays the Cello for Mr. Rogers

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WATCH Elgar Cello Concerto with Yo-Yo Ma (1994)

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WATCH 7-Year-Old Cellist Prodigy Yo-Yo Ma's Debut Performance for President JFK at The Kennedy Center

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Experience Music LIVE - there's nothing like it!

Joins us for an engaging and informative Pre-Concert Talk with Dr. McKenna Milici.

Yo-Yo Ma Add-On Concert Tickets

This performance is not part of the season subscription and seat selection will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Season subscribers will have a one-week opportunity to add these tickets before they go on sale to the general public on May 19!

• VIP Section $500
• A Section $355
• B Section $250
• C Section $175
• D Section $125
• E Section $85

Note: Yo-Yo Ma tickets are subject to Mount Baker Theatre’s 15.5% Historic Venue Operations Charge.

LIMIT FOUR (4) TICKETS PER PERSON/HOUSEHOLD. OVER-LIMIT OR MULTIPLE ORDERS MAY BE CANCELLED WITHOUT NOTICE. ORDERS FROM KNOWN OR SUSPECTED RESELLERS MAY BE CANCELLED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Have a little one in your life that loves music? Join us for Classical Kids at our dress rehearsals. Learn more and sign up here.

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*All programs subject to change

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