Hal Willner

On May 17, a week shy of the Season 11 finale of the commercial TV hit show American Idol, another major—and historically more significant—11th event, the Jazz Foundation of Americas annual Great Night In Harlem benefit show, took place at the hallowed music landmark the Apollo Theater. Read More

Perhaps consider this a bit of a spoiler post , at least musically. Read More

While they adjust to a new name for the long-running performance series anchored at UCLA 's Royce Hall, audiences may be reassured by the selection of major names that Kristy Edmunds, the new director who tweaked the title, has included in her first season of picks. Read More