Saturday, January 17, 2009

Yo-Yo Ma Contest Winners announced

I hadn't heard of the contest that Yo-Yo Ma had collaborated with NPR on earlier than when the winner was announced yesterday. Ma had asked musicians of all ilk and sort to listen to and collaborate with his version of "Dona Nobis Pacem" and upload them to Indabamusic.
He picked two winners which are highlighted on NPR music, Toshi and Kevin McChesney. I wasn't familiar with Toshi, although he really can wail on the e-guitar. However, I have been familar and fond of McChesney, having played handbells for many of his arrangements. His are some of the most exciting arrangements our handbell ringers have played under the direction of Music Director, Scott Kamman.

Take a listen and don't forget to check out the runners up on Indabamusic.

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