Sony BMG Masterworks just announced "Celebrate and Collaborate with Yo-Yo Ma" contest to coincide with his new holiday album, "Songs of Joy and Peace." The contest is open to everyone, and the grand prize is a chance to record in studio with Yo-Yo Ma!

About the Contest:

• Yo-Yo Ma has recorded the melody of Dona Nobis Pacem (Give Us Peace), a track from his new album SONGS OF JOY & PEACE. From October 7th to December 31st, 2008 the music can be downloaded by entrants and used to make creative variations of the track.

• As entries are received the Indaba Music community will vote for their favorites.

• From the top entries, Yo-Yo Ma will personally choose the winner of the contest and will offer them the opportunity to record with him.

• The contest will be hosted on IndabaMusic.com as well as Yo-YoMa.com.

For more information and official contest rules, visit the contest page on Indaba Music at http://www.indabamusic.com/contests/show/yo-yomacontest

Watch a special message from Yo-Yo Ma on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=End6x2sk6Xw

Enjoy and Good Luck!!