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The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble

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director: Morgan Neville

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What is the role of music? That question is at the heart of the Silk Road Ensemble, a group of master musicians from around the world brought together by acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma to perform, teach, and brainstorm. In The Music of Strangers, Academy Award- winning filmmaker Morgan Neville takes us on a global journey with Ma and the Ensemble that will open your eyes and attune your ears. [Synopsis courtesy of TIFF]

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