E-mail a friendNovember 17, 2009
Grammy-winning singer, pianist and actor Harry Connick, Jr. reflects on people who have influenced him and discusses whether a musical tradition can be preserved, his work to help rebuild his native New Orleans, his transition to acting and his new CD, "Your Songs."
Harry Connick, Jr.
Harry Connick, Jr.
New Orleans native explains how he's working to preserve music in his hometown. (1:42)
Full Interview (23:00)
With his swing and big band sound, Harry Connick, Jr. has had CD sales of more than 25 million, charted in both jazz and pop genres and won multiple Grammys—the first for his work on the film soundtrack of When Harry Met Sally. He's also earned accolades in the TV and theater worlds, including a Tony nod for acting. Connick was a child prodigy, playing piano in the French Quarter of his native New Orleans. He's also known for his work to help the Gulf region recover from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. His newest project is the "Your Songs" CD.
