Yo-Yo Ma, the renowned cellist, invites you into a world of harmony and celebration with his album "Songs of Joy & Peace." Released on October 13, 2008, under Sony Classical, this exquisite collection of classical and chamber music pieces is a testament to Ma's virtuosity and his ability to evoke profound emotions through his music. The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from traditional carols like "Joy to the World" and "The Wexford Carol" to beloved classics such as "My Favorite Things" and "Happy Xmas (War is Over)." Ma's interpretations are both sensitive and dynamic, showcasing his mastery of the cello and his deep connection to the music. With a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a rich tapestry of sounds that will captivate and inspire. Whether you're a longtime fan of Yo-Yo Ma or new to his work, "Songs of Joy & Peace" offers a timeless listening experience that transcends the ordinary.
Tracks
Dona Nobis PacemYo-Yo Ma, Traditional
You Couldn't Be CuterDiana Krall, Yo-Yo Ma, Jerome Kern, John Clayton
Joy to the WorldYo-Yo Ma, Dave Brubeck, Lowell Mason, Paquito D'Rivera
Here Comes the SunJames Taylor, Yo-Yo Ma, George Harrison
Improvisation on Dona Nobis Pacem (Give Us Peace)Chris Thile, Edgar Meyer
The Wassail Song / All Through the NightYo-Yo Ma, Chris Thile, Traditional, Edgar Meyer
A Christmas Jig / Mouth of the Tobique ReelYo-Yo Ma, Natalie MacMaster, Traditional, Marta Cook
Improvisation on Dona Nobis Pacem (Give Us Peace)Paquito D'Rivera, Alon Yavnai, Traditional
Invitaciรณn al DanzรณnYo-Yo Ma, Paquito D'Rivera, Alon Yavnai
My One and Only LoveYo-Yo Ma, Joshua Redman, Robert Mellin, Guy B. Wood
FamiliaYo-Yo Ma, Clarice Assad, Sรฉrgio Assad
ConcordiaDave Brubeck, Yo-Yo Ma
My Favorite ThingsYo-Yo Ma, Chris Botti, Richard Rodgers, Romero Lubambo, Billy Kilson, Billy Childs, Robert Hurst
Touch the Hand of LoveRenรฉe Fleming, Yo-Yo Ma, Chris Thile, Blossom Dearie, Jonathan Gandelsman, Nicholas Cords
Kuai LeYo-Yo Ma, Osvaldo Golijov, Joseph Gramley, Shane Shanahan, Mark Suter, Sandeep Das, Jonathan Gandelsman, Nicholas Cords, Wu Tong, You-Young Kim
This Little Light of MineAmelia Zirin-Brown, Yo-Yo Ma, African American Spiritual, Traditional, Marcus Rojas, Ray Rizzo, Marcus Milius, Balla Kouyate, Kyle Sanna, Marika Hughes
Happy Xmas (War is Over)Jake Shimabukuro, Yo-Yo Ma, John Lennon, Yoko Ono
Dona Nobis Pacem (Give Us Peace)/Auld Lang SyneChris Botti, Yo-Yo Ma, Traditional
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