An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma
Reflections in Words and Music
Part of Hancher's 53rd season
The beloved master musician comes to Iowa to reflect on a brilliantly consequential career.
In this special program, Yo-Yo Ma explores music at the center of his musical firmament, pairing it with his thoughts about how it has shaped his thinking about art, human nature, and our ongoing search for meaning. Together, the cellist’s music and words ask us to consider what music is for and how it can guide us on a path towards hope. Hancher is the first stop on Ma’s reflective tour of Iowa.
“I am convinced, with every listen, that his forays into the outer limits of the classical repertory (and beyond) continue to refine what is at once his greatest and rarest gift, one recognized long ago by his peers at Juilliard: transcendence.” – San Francisco Classical Voice
HANCHER EVENT PARTNERS:
Bruce & Melanie Haupert
John (1945-2024) & Patricia Koza
Gerald & Nancy Rose
Edwin & Mary Stone
Stuart & Lynn Weinstein
Candace Wiebener
Barbara Wilson & John Lammers in memory of Wally Chappell
Preorder food from the Stanley Café!
Avoid the lines by making your food selections before you come to Hancher Auditorium. Most entrées are only available through pre-order and cannot be purchased on-site at the performance. Snacks and beverages will be available on-site.
Orders must be placed by noon two days before the performance.
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at (319) 467-4849 or at paris-sissel@uiowa.edu.