Alan O’Riordan looks back at his highlights of the year.

Jazz saxophonist Meilana Gillard has been based in Belfast since 2012. She plays Phil Grimes in Waterford on Wednesday, June 7, as part of her album release tour, writes Des O’Driscoll.

For jazz legend Charles Lloyd, playing live is a spiritual and uplifting experience, says Alan O’Riordan