In this lecture, Yo-Yo Ma addresses the vital role of culture and the
arts and sciences in our society and the ways in which each of
us—both cultural workers and general audiences—can come together
to work as "cultural citizens". Illustrating his words with music and
examples of success, Mr. Ma will discuss why this expanded version of
culture matters and what benefits it brings to us as individuals and
societies. He will then identify some of the challenges that the arts
and sciences as part of culture face, and how we can respond as
cultural citizens in a way that makes culture a transformative force
in our lives and those of the people around us. Berkeley Talks is a
new series of conversations hosted by UC Berkeley's chancellor,
Nicholas B. Dirks, bringing together international thought leaders,
public scholars, creators, and innovators to examine the distinctive
issues of our time. Co-presented by Cal Performances, these luminaries
will engage in dialogue at the sometimes surprising nexus between
their area of expertise and the university's core mission, celebrating
the Chancellor's vision of a vibrant, engaged and forward-looking
campus culture.
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