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The gifted cellist offers a generous program that spans from JS Bach to Bob Marley, anchored by musical intelligence and brilliant technique.

The musical intelligence of Weilerstein's approach made every movement a joyful experience while exploring Bach's musical universe. 

Yo-Yo Ma revisits the cello suites with a message for modern times and the polish of a showbiz pro.

In his solo recital, cellist Yo-Yo Ma interpolates three Bach suites with folk-inspired music from around the globe, gifting his listeners with an unforgettable evening of musical insights. 

Playing all of Bach's unaccompanied cello suites at a single sitting is a huge task. Yo-Yo Ma proves himself up to the challenge.

Natalia Gutman proposes an interesting reading of Bach's Cello Suites, but slips in the second half.

I've never really hit it off with Poulenc's Quatre motets pour un temps de pénitence (1938-9). This has been both a disappointment and a surprise as I am a fan not only of choral music, but also of Poulenc.