The Jewish Arts Festival returns to the historic Covenant House on South Temple — where the very first Salt Lake JCC opened its doors in 1925. Join us as we celebrate our landmark 100th Anniversary with an evening of food, drink, and music. Jazz Pianist Joe Alterman performs tunes from the timeless American Songbook and tells fascinating Jewish stories.
Jewish Arts Festival 2025
Jewish Arts Festival
In the Beginning
Havdalah * Cocktail Reception
Plaque Dedication * Entertainment
Saturday, October 18 | 7-10 PM
Thomas S. Monson Center (411 East S. Temple)
$75 Per Person
Open to the Public - Get Your Tickets Today!
Attendance is limited | Ample parking is available on-site
Questions? Go to community@slcjcc.org
Pianist Joe Alterman
Experience the rich tapestry of "The Sounds of Jewish America," an educational musical extravaganza that shares and celebrates the captivating Jewish narrative behind so much iconic American music. Throughout the 20th century, Jews have always contributed to American popular music, from Irving Berlin's timeless classics to Carole King's chart-topping hits and beyond. However, according to pianist and scholar Joe Alterman, the Jewishness of the music is defined by its story and not necessarily by its melody. Part performance, part storytelling, Alterman shares timeless American music with fascinating Jewish stories woven into exploring the vibrant intersection of Jewish heritage and American music that defines a cultural legacy.
2025 Jewish Arts Festival Sponsors
We thank our amazing sponsors for supporting this year's festival!
Diamond Sponsor
Peggy Ahlin & Ron Weiss
Cathy & Robert Dern
Willamarie Huelskamp & Ira Rubinfeld
I.J. and Jeanné Wagner Charitable Foundation
ROSENBLATT ENDOWMENT
FOR ART & MUSIC
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