Lesson Plan
John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: Yo Yo Ma, Master Cellist

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site explores the cello and the artistry of Yo-Yo Ma. Be sure to visit the suggested web sites, especially Yo-Yo's site at Sony.
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Other

Making Music: Yo Yo Ma

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of cellist Yo-Yo Ma includes information on his albums and links to related topics. At the bottom of the webpage, there is a list of facts about the famous musician.
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Other

Yo Yo Ma

For Students 9th - 10th
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma's official website includes a biography, news and tour information, photos and much more. Of special interest is the section on the Silk Road Project, through which Yo-Yo Ma is examining, and bringing to a wide audience,...
Website
Dartmouth College

Dartmouth College: Montgomery Fellows: Yo Yo Ma

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a very brief biographical article on Yo-Yo Ma, which lists names of artists with whom he has collaborated and names some of the awards that he has earned.
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Sergio Assad and Yo Yo Ma

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Yo-Yo Ma's Brazilian inspired album, "Obrigado Brazil," as well as the famous cellist's thoughts on Brazilian music. Listen to "full-length cuts of songs" including: "Chega de Saudade" and "A Lenda do Cabocla."
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Yo Yo Ma

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Yo-Yo Ma's "Silk Road Journeys: When Strangers Meet" and listen to several music samples from this 2002 album.
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Yo Yo Ma

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An image of Yo-Yo Ma.