American Idol" launched its sixth TV season with a double-barrel blast of shows Tuesday and Wednesday. Chris Botti didn't tune in - either night.
The reason wasn't that the ever-touring trumpeter was busy giving concerts in Norfolk, Va. and Charlotte, N.C.
CHRIS BOTTI AND BAND / / They perform tonight at 8 at the Lyric. 410-685-5087, www.chrisbotti.com