I like it that Harry Connick Jr is a good musician. He knows music, chord changes, blend, etc. He is not afraid to give them the truth and then tries to help them too. If it is awful, he will say it was awful. I hate it when it always, your beautiful, you are my favorite, not much criticism from the middle judge. I know she does not want to hurt their feelings, but it is a competition and the truth needs to be said. If it is bad, tell them why so if they make it through, they at least have a goal to work towards and a chance of getting better and actually making it.