Tracing the Roots of
Jazz, Blues, Soul & R&B
Caleb Around Town Presents:
Black America’s Birth of Jazz
Friday, February 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM (Noon) | FREE
Joseph Caleb Center Lobby
5400 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
(305) 636-2350
The Joseph Caleb Auditorium presents Caleb Around Town: Black America’s Birth of Jazz,
a live program exploring the cultural roots of jazz in the American South, and the many musical
branches it inspired—including blues, soul, and R&B—that have shaped American and world music
for generations.
Headlining the program is
The Harden Project
,
the fusion duo led by vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist John Harden II.
The event will also feature opening spoken word by Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns.
Together, these artists invite audiences on an engaging journey through history, culture,
and sound—honoring the enduring legacy of Black America’s musical innovations across jazz,
blues, soul, and beyond.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
The Harden Project is a jazz-influenced fusion duo led by vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist
John Harden II. The couple brings a distinctive chemistry to the stage, creating performances built
on expressive interaction and shared artistry.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Bobby McFerrin, Dinah Washington, Al Jarreau, Jimmy Smith,
and Robert Glasper, The Harden Project blends jazz, soul, and groove-driven influences into original
compositions that feel personal and emotionally direct.
Rebecca Vaughns, known professionally as Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns, is a Jacksonville,
Florida–based spoken word artist, poet, and emcee with more than two decades of performance
experience. Writing since childhood, she began performing at open mic nights in the late 1990s
and became a full-time poet in 2002.
Her career includes collaborations and opening performances alongside nationally recognized artists,
as well as a catalog of spoken word studio albums available digitally. Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns
continues to bring her voice and artistry to audiences wherever words are desired.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Joseph Caleb Auditorium is a respected performing arts venue in Miami, Florida, known for hosting a wide range of live cultural and community events. The auditorium serves as an important stage for concerts, educational performances, guest artists, and public programs. With its accessible setting and long-standing role in supporting the arts, Joseph Caleb Auditorium remains a valued destination for audiences seeking live music and performance experiences in South Florida.
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