Yo-Yo Ma and James Taylor at Tanglewood

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On August 11 cellist and Berkshire resident Yo-Yo Ma brought his Bach Project to Tanglewood, performing all six Bach Cello Suites in a single concert. Following the concert's standing ovation, he spoke of his and Tanglewood's shared passion for nurturing young talent, asking the audience if they'd like to hear from a local singer-songwriter. James took the stage and the two joined together in what James called "the only suite he'd ever written: Sweet Baby James."
James and Kim underwrote the concert in memory of composer Andre Previn, who along with Yo-Yo, played at James & Kim's 2001 wedding
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@angelablackthorne3026 4 года назад

James Taylor wrote this song for his namesake baby nephew, James Richmond Taylor, the son of his older brother Alex and his wife, Brent Taylor. What a baby gift! 💖

@louismark1242 4 года назад

Angela Blackthorne ❤️🌹💝

@cls90 2 года назад

Love it!

@thereseember2800 4 года назад

The beauty of James Taylor is that he treats each song as sacredly as when he’d first composed it. Not all artists do this. Over time, many artists (who’d sung the same song thousands of times in concerts) lose the sacredness of the song & sing it irreverently or blasé, but James never does this, which is such a profound gift. He knows how much the song means to the audience.

@moonharp 2 года назад

My husband and I have always said this, and I cannot tell you how thrilled I am to see someone point this out in an elegant and articulate public comment. James framed it himself: "Pay good money to hear Fire and Rain, again and again and again- That's why I'm here." Unlike so many, he has never forgotten. Grace and fidelity. Can't thank you enough for shining a light on this. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@a.m.roshan5756 2 года назад

That's beautifully stated. So apt for James Taylor

@geeks4greyson425 2 года назад

Love James Love Yo I know a young singer-songwriter who has that passion you describe. The Torch is Passed...

@gipsy6051 2 года назад

@@moonharp 😘🥀❣️👍

@chrislindley3847 2 года назад

Well said, he's a treasure...

@jenmorricone4014 4 года назад

Amidst the heartbreak and chaos of the pandemic, music has the power to make the world beautiful again. Support the arts with a donation if you can. We need them more than ever.

@TheWriterNW 4 года назад

Say it again for the people in the back! I've been saying exactly this all over my FB and getting nothing but pushback. It's so sad.

@debbiemiller1751 4 года назад

absolutely no disrespect but my current income is $923/month. Finally got healthcare last Oct. and a food card this week. I MYSELF HAVE always been a giver and not a taker! sorry Can't help right now like millions of others.

@vangcruz4442 4 года назад

While I have no money to buy food to eat and slowly dying from starvations, music feed my soul as my body digest the few muscle clinging to the bones of my skeleton. Yes, music is life. Give all the money to musicians.

@cbalmori 4 года назад

this is what kindness and generosity looks and feels like, people

@dianaquick8992 2 года назад

I'm 62 and can't remember my life without his music I know every word of EVERY SONG...4EVER YOUR JT

@cameroon5404 5 месяцев назад

he has a special place in my heart too, and I'm only 19. Just turned 19 today.

@Dieselsdog3 4 года назад

Mr. Taylor is one of the greatest singer/songwriters in history, and Mr. Ma is probably the greatest Cellist of the Modern age. to hear the two of them together is one of the greatest honours of my life.

@debbieschwartz557 2 года назад

Check them out with Mark O’Connor and Edgar Meyer on the Appalachian Journey album.

@terireed3740 2 года назад

And the instrument that JT started out on was the cello. How apropos was this?

@lizabethrobison4566 Год назад

Two giants

@brendantannam499 4 года назад

I can't express the pleasure JT's songs have given me over many decades. It was good to see him again.

@oceanescada1174 4 года назад

Amen

@loisshipp5520 4 года назад

Me too...one of my favourites ever!!! What we need to listen to during the pandemic!

@megibug 4 года назад

National treasures, both of these incredible men❤️❤️

@Ceeby 4 года назад

I'm 65, and have sung this song to my Grand chidren when I put them to bed when baby sitting. Thank you James Taylor for this lullaby and also all your songs. I will never forget you 💕💜

@lizabethrobison4566 Год назад

JT’s music makes me cry…cry over the beauty of his voice and his words and for my youth, 74 years gone

@susanwozniak6354 4 года назад

I was there. It was an evening that united all of the people in the audience. I sat with a dying friend, who has since departed this earth. It was privilege to be with her. It was good to see YoYo Ma who was once my neighbor.

@deanallen9660 4 года назад

How COOL!!!

@kevinmccarthy5693 4 года назад

It must have been a wonderful experience-- but, so sorry about your friend.

@mialorenzen3538 3 года назад

So sorry for your loss 😟

@janetwebster5099 3 года назад

Wow - that is so interesting to hear that he was a former neighbor and I am glad your now departed friend was able to see this!

@bosdec 3 года назад

We also were there that evening to celebrate a family birthday. What a magical night! If I recall, there was as a delay due to parking or something, but everything was worth the wait! I’m sorry to hear about your friend. I myself was in the midst of chemo treatments then, and felt the healing effects of the caring community there that night. I’m sorry for your loss but I’m so glad your friend shared in the joy that night, and shared it with you.

@robertballuumm730 3 года назад

You simply do not see talent like this any more. This music is timeless.

@ranchstockstray8684 4 года назад

I have loved JT from my youth and now at 71 it remains the same. He is an American icon and there will not be another sound as his....what a pairing was this! Bravo!!

@m.a.c.8366 4 года назад

amen sir to those sentiments. I first heard JT at about 14yo and am 62 today. I relish every opportunity hear JT these days..why...? because his music is relatable...his music is verbally understandable...and most of all his music has heartfelt lyrics that draw in every one who ever turned a radio on...maybe old school here but at least we're true to ourselves and our roots in music ... peace love and R&R, thx...

@lindamon5101 4 года назад

His graciously teaching the world how to play well with others harmonically!

@sharoncell2156 4 года назад

My love is enduring...way stronger than the physical...Love you my "sweet baby.."

@sallyknit 4 года назад

Absolutely the same I too have loved and enjoyed JT for ever BUT having seen Yo Yo Ma at a live concert in UC Davies several years ago I love him too

@cls90 2 года назад

Yes! Such an amazing human being that JT 🙏

@garyengler165 4 года назад

Not merely a supreme musical, Yo Yo Ma embodies all that is good in humanity.

@pkswanable 4 года назад

This is the America I love.

@BioWheels 2 года назад

One of the best musicians of our time. Endless and priceless.

@reneelanoway6698 2 года назад

Thank you, both of you. James I am leaving this world soon or so thé Drs say mostly I wanted to share my memories of my life following, flowing around your beautiful heart made music. We have never met , each concert I tried to get tickets to I some how missed, you sellout so fast , I live in Canada so it is not too likely that you would frequent here . In truth I just kept buying your work and playing it. I even sang some of your songs to my daughter rocking her to sleep. This is a strange goodbye to a dear friend whom I never met. I want to thank you for sharing a part of your life with me and to say God Bless.

@Knight14649 4 года назад

James Taylor’s voice is one of the finest in music ever, period! Thank you JT AND YYM

@jimquantic 4 года назад

Interesting too Norris, just you know Taylor would never agree.

@carstengjelsten1718 3 года назад

JT’s voice is sincere and very heart felt (greetings from Copenhagen, Denmark🇩🇰)

@gigibrow9 3 года назад

I Agree ☝️

@jeffreyspatzspatz3863 2 года назад

Sweet sound so calming had the pleasure of seeing James Taylor I felt like one page of my life had been written thanks Jt

@marycurrin911 Год назад

The sweetest

@lindagerber2951 3 года назад

My favorite cellist & one of my favorite voices. I still get the chills when listening. You raise me out of my troubles for a short time...

@ga6589 4 года назад

I am sitting here, listening once again to this beautiful song performed by two remarkable musicians, nearly a year after I sat in the Tanglewood audience on that August night. I feel so fortunate to have been there and will treasure the memory always.

@knarf_on_a_bike 4 года назад

"With ten miles behind me, And ten thousand more to go." Gets me every time. It's been 50 years I've been listening to it, still brings a tear to my eye. The respect that these two great artists have for each other is so beautiful to see. We need this, we need ART more than ever right now.

@cls90 2 года назад

AMEN

@peacetownusa123 2 года назад

Awe... I am with ya

@alisonbrett6485 Год назад

The version made me sob!

@E-Motion32 2 года назад

I was at this amazing performance. At the time I barely knew who James Taylor was but just thinking about it leaves shivers running down my spine. It was quite the experience!

@TimXJ Год назад

Endless admiration for two of the greatest musicians in their fields, always experimenting, collaborating, growing and sharing. Wonderful.

@JanetWilliams01 4 года назад

Aw -- that was beautifully performed. And the roar of the crowd had me pulling my earphones out. So appreciative! They know a class act when they see one.

@ga6589 4 года назад

I was lucky enough to be in the audience that night, to hear my favorite musicians perform together. It brought tears to my eyes!

@m.a.c.8366 4 года назад

thats super cool... has to be a super memory for you...

@Booboonancy 4 года назад

I have loved James Taylor for 45 years +, yet I’ve never, ever heard him called Jimmy. How sweet it is ...

@carmelasposito4150 2 года назад

I love that they encourage young people in developing their musical talents.

@JamesLee-lz5yk 4 года назад

What an awesome collaboration. This is what music is missing today. TALENT!!!!!

@mstewart109 4 года назад

I totally agree...

@reginapontes5672 4 года назад

Bingo!

@alika207 4 года назад

There are many talented artists out these days. If you are a JT fan, check out Ed Sheeran, for one. The man is amazing! I'd personally love to see the two of them collab.

@speakertreatz 3 года назад

there's plenty of talent out there if you look for it

@margaretblank9351 4 года назад

"Old friends...old friends...sharing a park bench like book-ends...." (Paul Simon/Art Garfunkel -- same generation). LOVE THIS! Thank you!

@laurianni 4 года назад

Margaret Blank I love that song, too. We have been so fortunate to live in the time of these exceptional artists.

@elisedeadman8117 4 года назад

So emotive in these disconnected times, thanx I needed a cry to remind me I'm not a robot...

@patrickhobbs3962 4 года назад

When great musical talent comes together, it builds bridges between generations and genres until there is only music, pure and universal.

@semisophisticate63 4 года назад

JT's concert in Edmonton was one of my favorites. Just him, his band and his wonderfully simple yet complex music. No pyrotechnics. No flash. No multiple costume changes. No intricate choreography. Loved every second of it.

@2222isabella 4 года назад

Anyone who wouldn't become emotional while listening to this unique performance doesn't have a heart.

@elisedeadman8117 4 года назад

Hands up, guilty, I cried! I grew up in the 70s & with this kind of gentle, warm, thoughtful music, it made me want to go back to being 12 again, when life was less complex & people were more grateful for what they had, not what they didn't have.........

@papernlace123 4 года назад

Beautiful performance Gentlemen!!! ♥️

@sidilicious11 4 года назад

My nose is stuffed up tears caused by beauty and sentiment....💜💕and beautiful music🙏🏼

@lesharris8084 4 года назад

I almost cried when Yo Yo played the cello. James is brilliant. You can never miss the magic when the master plays the cello.

@elisedeadman8117 4 года назад

I cried, how could anyone not be moved by this, especially in the disconnection of lockdown.......

@aubreykrawitz7582 3 года назад

Down memory lane with two gentle souls painting pictures with music , thanks for sharing

@richardfredrick8838 4 года назад

JT is such a kind and humble man that even after half a century of performing he mentions that he is not worthy to be on the same stage with Yo-Yo Ma. You can hear his voice quiver as he is clearly nervous to be performing with a man he truly admires. I've seen JT perform live and his humble nature is palpable as he sings and performs. The Pull Over tour was recorded and released on DVD. It was done at the Rosemont Theater just outside Chicago on a July night in 2001. The band played flawlessly and there were no stops or re-starts. They only played the theater for one night so there was no editing or splicing of the best performances. What you see on the DVD is exactly the show I saw that night. A truly professional and class act.

@m.a.c.8366 4 года назад

.. simply master will accompany master respect...this tune is perfectly performed...

@twittertwice 4 года назад

Sorry James was not nervous...40 years of doing this you dont get nervous

@jamestaylor 4 года назад

James still gets nervous, and has talked about it in interviews.

@davido814 4 года назад

@@jamestaylor I've seen James perform live maybe 30 times over the last 3 decades and the gentle vibrato in his voice in the earlier parts of this beautiful classic was unexpected and welcoming. Somehow this song always takes me back.

@markvanderwoude5155 4 года назад

James Taylor For those of us who read comments 👍

@laurenmariecarney 3 года назад

So love! James Taylor’s voice and songs and music got me through some tough and lonely times during my late teenage years. Bless you, JT! 🙏✨

@robinholbrook6576 7 месяцев назад

I'm 78 now... I feel the same. I used to carry a 33 that James cut in England around with me...long before he was played here in the states... That was in the early 60's... I was a lost soul for a long time. I am a Rock later became my anthem.

@carollancaster2389 2 года назад

Wow! That’s the most beautiful version I ever heard of that with Yo Yo Ma!

@EnZetta822 4 года назад

Genius musicians are humbled by their own talent... as are James Taylor and Yo Yo Ma

@acdebiase 2 года назад

Our national treasure

@TheCheerieTeacher1225 11 месяцев назад

My, oh, my, I have not heard this song for more than three decades. This song reminds me of my young and carefree college days, when life was about exploring, dreaming of the future and making memories. We used to have house parties and have James Taylor's songs playing. And to have Yo-yo Ma adding richness to the music makes it even more poignant. I love it! God bless you gentlemen.

@dchap29 4 года назад

It was my great good fortune to be in the audience. Thank you, thank you.

@hopesprings4155 4 года назад

Wow! Lucky you!

@vivimac4121 4 года назад

What a night that would have been ... I'm quite envious:-)

@donnakreischer2243 4 года назад

Lucky! Epic experience!

@Dindy_lover 4 года назад

How was that?!

@bmason7996 4 года назад

Wow! So fortunate.

@womanofsubstance8735 4 года назад

I absolutely adore Yo-Yo Ma; his ability to play and love every kind of music is phenomenal!

@conniepothier 4 года назад

What an unbelievable moment. James Taylor and Yo Yo Ma! I have chills and a huge smile on my face.

@audiophile33073 4 года назад

Wow, 2 of our favorite musicians, on my Dad's birthday, who happens to be partially, eternally staying at Tanglewood! Thank you and miss you Dad.

@jasondecker3437 4 года назад

Two great musicians side by side! And both genres fit well beautifully.

@mysticskexis7459 3 года назад

I sang this to my children at night more times than I can possibly count. What a treat to hear these two together.

@medivalmusic 4 года назад

Two profoundly talented musicians. I am so very humbled by their respect for one another.

@CatherineSTodd 6 месяцев назад

I like this rendition more than any that I've heard. Beautiful.

@shechaiyah6869 4 года назад

His voice is untouched, just like before . . . brings up lots tears and years.

@JustFiddler 4 года назад

😊

@deanallen9660 4 года назад

Aw COOL!!!

@jachu1433 4 года назад

Indeed @Shechai Yah, indeed

@knarf_on_a_bike 4 года назад

I remember when Sweet Baby James came out. Can it be 50 years? And here we all are. Still brings a tear to my eye, too.

@marilyn1559 4 года назад

Two of my favorite artists. Saw James Taylor at Tanglewood back in the 70's. They're both a musical treat. Thanks for posting this.

@janetsabers4965 4 года назад

Watching this video is amazing two great talented men I saw James Taylor in concert in the 1970s at the Hollywood Bowl I'm from Manhattan Beach California

@cynthiavillyard3278 4 года назад

You are two of my all-time favorites. I will tell the world everything this means to me if I can ever find the words.

@wwonka52 2 года назад

I'm so lucky to live here where they both have homes. I've seen them perform, along with others over the years at Tanglewood. Not taken for granted...

@pattibrown8496 4 года назад

That was beautiful, and yes, it made me cry. James Taylor's voice still sounds fabulous, and hearing Yo Yo Ma play the cello along with James on guitar was something very special.

@paulh569 4 года назад

Such unassuming and unglamorous artist, even his name is as plain as can be, yet his performance is profoundly moving.

@mattwheelervh 4 года назад

I was very pleased to have been there. Wonderful. One of the best encores I’ve ever seen!

@bostonmainemike 4 года назад

Every version and every performance I've seen... there is never enough JT

@donnakreischer2243 4 года назад

JT is a genius!

@berylwilliams5618 4 года назад

Love, love, his music

@lauriegreen2992 Год назад

How lucky are we, living in the Berkshires to experience these two every summer!

@karenaldridge7427 2 года назад

So beautiful each time I listen xxx

@jodineuf 4 года назад

Being there for this moment is something I will always remember. Two humble titans.

@louismark1242 4 года назад

Jodi Neufeld Gimeno 🌹

@parrotbeaksunday 4 года назад

National Treasures, both of them. They are so gracious and thrilled by music, all of it and anytime. I have learned so much about collaboration and songwriting from both of these great human beings and artists.

@22161 Год назад

Absolutely beautiful. My god I will bawl like a baby if I am still alive when this precious man dies.

@juli-annb.anderson8816 2 года назад

Gorgeous.. Thankyou.🍃💞🍃

@keithc.rasmussen6943 3 года назад

Two of my favorites. I would would have loved being there- but since I wasn’t, couldn’t, won’t ever be , - then this suits me just fine. Thank you for whomever shared this with the rest of us.

@septembergirl007 4 года назад

So beautifully done! That was amazing - one of my favorites suites :-) R.I.P. Andre Previn.

@brucekuehn4031 4 года назад

Yes, a lot of chances to celebrate Andre Previn here on RU-vid. And the old jazz stuff is extra special!

@alanpoh2879 Год назад

i could listen to this song a million times 👍🏼👍🏼

@karenwood1364 4 года назад

So so moving...overwhelmed by witnessing this, two wonderfully talented people forming a true and loving bond with each other x the whole audience. I have just watched too, the long intimate conversation on f.b. but found here on RU-vid where the Taylor family are “ hunkered” ( his wife Kim,s emphasised word , )together in this awful coronavirus time, -and these two pieces of film have uplifted x comforted me hugely, I am privileged to have watched them x felt how beautiful it is to be part of what really is , the human family. As james has said “ how sweet it is to be loved by you”.We are indeed especially in these unique days, all one.

@Kate9377 4 года назад

amen, Karen - James and his sweet music have been the soundtrack of my life - and collaboration with Yo-yo Ma? Heaven

@alika207 4 года назад

Did you know "How Sweet it Is" was originally a Marvin Gaye hit? Love his version too! Marvin was another one of the greats!

@canadeeana 4 года назад

i love watching, rewatching and rewatching again ... he's amazing, as is yo yo ma ... both geniuses ....

@katesterling6443 4 года назад

Voice as sweet as ever! What a great combination of two great artists. Thanks!

@louismark1242 4 года назад

Kate Sterling 🌹

@brucemoeller 4 года назад

The cure for Covid-19 and all that ills you.....James' voice. Love his contribution to us, and the soulful soundtrack of our lives.

@elisedeadman8117 4 года назад

U are so right, an uplifting sound in these very disconnected & selfish times ... Will we ever be able to just get outside & relax completely again, I pray so......

@bertalannelengyel398 2 года назад

I really enjoy listening to you play music and remain humble in every relation to man and music. Thank you very much God bless

@harrytan9035 4 года назад

I closed my eyes and I could see me cruising on Route 66 going Westbound just before sunset with no other cars on the road... JT's music is transcendental. He transports and elevates me to another world. What a joy to listen to him again.

@yardsnow 2 года назад

I was there live witnessing two legends’ collaboration. What a treat! It was a day I’ll remember for a very very long time.

@kathy1030 4 года назад

The best description I can think of for this is "precious"

@carstengjelsten1718 3 года назад

...and so sincere (❤️ felt)

@gaylenmitchell2229 3 года назад

The chords James Taylor uses are amazing, stirring the soul.thanks James .

@niceferrante 4 года назад

Fantastic!!! I love the music of James Taylor!! I'm from São Paulo, Brasil!!! I always listened his music when I studied at MSU, Michigan State University!!

@marty9464 4 года назад

State's great !!!

@fernandamendes4673 2 года назад

JT sempre teve a capacidade de me acalmar...quase mágico

@WandaRibeiro 3 года назад

It is always a pleasure to hear this fantastic singer James Taylor and his sweet voice! Thanks, my friend! I'm Wanda, from Rio de Janeiro/Brasil.

@lyndamcardle4123 4 года назад

Can anyone else see the awe and admiration in the face of Yo-Yo ?

@Ira06002 4 года назад

James Taylor is apart of our human fabric... ...Sweet Baby James.

@boograce6591 3 года назад

James, I love you and always have. You got me through the 70’s with your songs in my heart. Thank you for all eternity.

@tomvolvo7208 2 года назад

James Taylor is most worthy. ☀️ #light

@susiestokely3811 4 года назад

YYM is in AWE of JT. Understandable.

@susanyork5089 4 года назад

Loved you JT since 1971

@TheGratitudeAttitude 4 года назад

Thank you for the serenade tonight! Both of you are wonderful gifts and blessings to all of us ...

@stareeagle 4 года назад

I love the mutual respect they show for each other. What a collaboration! Thank you for sharing this video!

@marie-paulefournier5659 4 года назад

Feel fortunate to have seen James Taylor perform at Olympia and Yo Yo Ma at Philharmonie in Paris. You are two wonderful artists and please come back as soon as you can. Je vous admire et vous aime tous les deux. Vive la musique.

@louismark1242 4 года назад

Marie-Paule Fournier 🌹

@stlev99 3 года назад

That was a little piece of heaven

@laconja1 3 года назад

WOW!!! This was last year ? Man the audience went Crazy!!! That was So Moving 😭😭😭

@rhondabaroli2683 2 года назад

Best part of day. Coffee break and musicians. ! Namaste love and sending light

@jeanwalter6889 4 года назад

So special, so lovely.... I was a studenr at RISD playing your music, James with a vinyl record, loving it so much. I think your skill is even better now! This podcast made me cry. Yo Yo Ma is a master too, when he is a part of any song, it is a glorious intermingling of waves of sound. Thank you both for bringing me such joy tonight.

@cartnhorse 4 года назад

James Taylor comes on and says "Young Talent". He only has to SPEAK a few words for anyone to know that this guy has an immortal voice!

@peayou 4 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing this smooth, gentle and softly flowing performance. 😊

@diphrent4yt 4 года назад

Yo-Yo Ma. Gorgeous cello accompaniment. I'd only wish for a solo, too.

@elainewaller-rose9707 4 года назад

James Taylor and Stevie Wonder are my favorite singer-songwriters of all time. Both have voices that have aged so well, and hearts that appear to have done the same. In James' case, this is a prime example. And speaking of incredible musicians and human beings, here's a three word definition: Yo Yo Ma. Thanks dear brothers for your beauty.

@kennethfaught8754 2 года назад

When music is the documentation of time, past, present, and future.

@gaylenmitchell2229 3 года назад

James taylor is an influence on my life ,he inspired me to purchase a twelve string guitar . I hope he will sing the song I sent him sixteen thousand strong, thanks James .