How Jazz for Peace Was Born on 9/11: Rick DellaRatta on Music as a Tool for Healing & Change episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 20, 2025 · 47 MIN

How Jazz for Peace Was Born on 9/11: Rick DellaRatta on Music as a Tool for Healing & Change

from Living on the B Side · host Birgit Livesey

What happens when one rooftop poem leads to a global peace movement?In this episode of Living on the B Side, I’m joined by jazz pianist and activist Rick DellaRatta to explore the powerful story behind Jazz for Peace—a musical initiative sparked by the events of 9/11.We talk about: • Using music mindfully to process pain and inspire purpose• The journey from grief to global action• Why helping those who help others can change everything• A concert that brought Israelis, Palestinians, and Americans together on stageThis is a story about creativity, resilience, and the ripple effect one person can have when they lead with intention.Hosted by Birgit of Living on the B Side.🎶 Learn more about Rick DellaRatta: http://rickdellaratta.com 🎶 Learn more about Jazz for Peace: https://jazzforpeace.org 🌐 Explore more at www.livingonthebside.com📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://linktr.ee/livingonthebside 📱 Follow on Instagram: @livingonthebside

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Apr 20, 2025

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

How Jazz for Peace Was Born on 9/11: Rick DellaRatta on Music as a Tool for Healing & Change

0:00 47:48

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Living on the B Side?

This episode is 47 minutes long.

When was this Living on the B Side episode published?

This episode was published on April 20, 2025.

Can I download this Living on the B Side episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!