Yo-Yo Ma live in Boston

Experience Yo-Yo Ma live on September 17th

Yo-Yo Ma will perform at Symphony Hall in Boston on September 17, 2026. Ma is globally renowned as a cellist, celebrated for his expressive tone, technical precision, and commitment to exploring music across genres. His repertoire spans from classical masterworks to contemporary compositions, frequently incorporating collaborations with artists from diverse musical traditions – including bluegrass, tango, and Silk Road ensemble projects focusing on cross-cultural musical exchange. He is known for using his platform to advocate for cultural understanding through music.

Symphony Hall, completed in 1900, is considered one of the most acoustically perfect concert venues in the world. Designed by McKim, Mead & White, it serves as the home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The hall’s acoustics are attributed to its shoebox shape and careful attention to materials; notably, no parallel surfaces exist within the hall itself. It was built on the site of the old Boston Music Hall and quickly gained acclaim for its superior sound quality upon opening. Throughout its history, Symphony Hall has hosted performances by leading orchestras and soloists from around the globe, becoming a landmark both architecturally and culturally within Boston.