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Yo Yo Ma Kicks Off SummerStage Concert Series
The famed cellist kicks off the music in the parks series that runs from June 7 through August.
By Ben Fractenberg
DNAinfo Reporter/Producer
CENTRAL PARK — SummerStage kicks off Tuesday night with a performance by Yo Yo Ma on the Central Park main stage.
The "Night at the Caravanserai: Tales of Wonder" show starts at 6:30 p.m. and also features special guests including vocalist Bobby McFerrin. The main stage is located in the center of the park near 72nd Street.
Free form jazz/rock band Medeski Martin and Wood are set to perform on the main stage June 11 and indie rock instrumentalists Ratatat play the space on July 13th.
Hip-hop legends Rakim and Funkmaster Flex play the stage on August 21st.
Check out the Summer Stage website for a full listing of shows throughout the city.
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