Yo-Yo Ma on ‘touching infinity’ through his nearly 300-year-old cello, Petunia

Yo-Yo Ma performs in Washington, D.C., on June 25, 2018.

About 25 years ago, the acclaimed cellist asked a high school student to help him name his instrument. He brings his cello — aka “Petunia” — to the Fresh Air studio for music and conversation.

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About 25 years ago, the acclaimed cellist asked a high school student to help him name his instrument. He brings his cello — aka “Petunia” — to the Fresh Air studio for music and conversation.