When Rivers Meet: Black & Jewish Origins of America Sound

You’ve sung the songs. You’ve watched the Broadway musicals. You’ve danced to jazz, blues, rock & roll, and the Great American Songbook. But chances are, you’ve never heard the remarkable story of how they came to be.

When Rivers Meet takes you on an unforgettable musical journey through the extraordinary partnership between Black and Jewish artists whose shared creativity, resilience, and vision helped shape the soundtrack of America.

Through breathtaking live performances by celebrated Atlanta jazz vocalist Karla Harris and acclaimed pianist Joe Alterman, along with captivating storytelling and surprising historical discoveries, you’ll travel from the Mississippi Delta to Harlem, from Tin Pan Alley to the Brill Building, uncovering the connections that forever changed American music.

You’ll laugh, learn, and hear familiar songs in an entirely new way as history comes alive through music.

Whether you’re a lifelong jazz fan, a lover of American history, or simply looking for an unforgettable evening, When Rivers Meet will leave you inspired—and listening to the soundtrack of America with fresh ears.