Nice read and strong thoughts from cellist Yo-Yo Ma - suitable for your classical music programming, classical music imaging and as a fundraising option.

This is not just a "classical" programming option. His points about music serving as a meeting place for citizens from different cultures, and people with different views, makes this a strong fit for a variety of public radio formats.

For example, "Every day I make an effort to go toward what I don't understand. This wandering leads to the accidental learning that continually shapes my life."

Edit this piece, as needed, to fit within the constraints of your station's fundraising and standard break-length philosophies - with the permission of the Licensor (This I Believe).