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Brian Wilson to complete unfinished Gershwin songs

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

In a seemingly unlikely pairing, former Beach Boy Brian Wilson has been given permission by George Gershwin's family to complete some of the late, great composer's unfinished works.

Jazz hot, economy not

Genre thrives in D.C. festivals

Thursday, June 4, 2009

If jazz is dead, the nation's capital never got the memo.

Gymnast wins 'Dancing'; 'Idol' singers vie

Shows duel for ratings

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Several years into their run, two titans of television reality talent competition - Fox's "American Idol" and "Dancing With the Stars" on rival network ABC - were headed in different directions as they approached the final episodes of their seasons.

Happy for 'Les Miz'

Signature wins big at Hayes

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Signature Theatre's production of Les Miserables” was the big winner at this year's Helen Hayes Awards, presented Monday night at the Warner Theatre. The musical, directed by Eric Schaeffer, captured six awards in all, including outstanding resident musical.

Think you know Oscar?

Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009

Here's your chance to test your knowledge (both film aficionados and novices alike) of trivia about the prized golden guy just before the 81st honors are handed out Sunday night.

Inaugural watch

Monday, Jan. 12, 2009

Though only Bill Cosby and the Obama family can eat for free at the District's legendary Ben's Chili Bowl (1213 U St. NW) the rest of us can chow down on one of its signature half smokes for a mere $5. Yum!

Tuning In

Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008

On tap today

Documentary gives jazz sensation her due

Friday, Nov. 28, 2008

The little black dress and matching wide-brim black hat adorned with white ostrich feathers were bought just hours before Anita O'Day's memorable 1958 appearance at the Newport Jazz Festival.

RIFFS: Alexander plays Ellington Fest

Pianist hopes to attract more people to jazz music

Friday, Sept. 26, 2008

During his four-day gig at Georgetown's Blues Alley, pianist Monty Alexander is certain to offer up songs from his latest release, "The Good Life," a 12-track CD celebrating the songs of vocal icon Tony Bennett.