Music – Page 237

Bobby Schiffman, Guiding Force of the Apollo Theater, Dies at 94

Taking over for his father in 1961, he transformed a former vaudeville house in Harlem into a pre-eminent R&B showcase.

By Alex Williams

Classical Music Davidsen, Lise Metropolitan Opera

Lise Davidsen Shows Her Vocal and Theatrical Power in Recital Debut

Davidsen, a true dramatic soprano, was the rare singer whose first New York recital came at the Metropolitan Opera House.

By Oussama Zahr

Baseball Bochy, Bruce Content Type: Personal Profile Flannery, Tim Music San Diego Padres San Francisco Giants Walker, Jerry Jeff Weir, Bob (1947- )

How Tim Flannery, the Giants Coach, Got Back to Writing Songs

Tim Flannery’s rollicking life as an athlete and a musician was nearly cut short by a staph infection. But one of baseball’s most unlikely characters found his way back.

By Scott Miller

Classical Music Gilmore Artist Award Kantorow, Alexandre

Alexandre Kantorow Wins Surprise, Prestigious Piano Award

Alexandre Kantorow, 26, joins an esteemed group of pianists who have won the Gilmore Artist Award, which is given every four years.

By Javier C. Hernandez