After the 2016 election, Kahane decided to break out of his New York City cultural bubble and see the country. He wanted to see a nation first hand that had become so divided. He left his cell phone at home and boarded an Amtrak Train for the next two weeks. He traveled the breadth of the country and back engaging in conversations with Americans from all walks of life and across the political spectrum.
His Book of Travelers is inspired by that sojourn. Kahane also wrote about his experience on the train for the New York Times. His column is insightful and hopeful. It's a quick read and well worth your time.
His album, Book of Travelers is also well worth the listen. It is a poignant work for our troubled times. Kahane is a wonderfully talented composer, pianist and storyteller.
