>> Tonight, Yamomanem brings the funky sounds of New Orleans to the Wonderland Ballroom. The music starts at 9 p.m., no cover.
>> A native of China’s Hunan province, vocalist Coco Zhao discovered jazz at 17 and later studied at The Shanghai Conservatory of Music. He comes to the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage tonight at 6 p.m. Free.
>> Two guitarists come to town on Thursday. Jazz guitarist Wayne Wilkinson, a former member of the premier Air Force jazz ensemble, The Airmen of Note, comes to the Millennium Stage for a free 6 p.m. show. Later that evening, young up-and-comer Ravi Joseph, currently a student at the University of Miami, comes to Twins Jazz along with local heavyweights James King (bass) and Greg Holloway (drums). Call (202) 234-0072 for set times and cover information.
>> This Thursday, veteran vocalist/pianist Freddy Cole (pictured), comes to Blues Alley for a four night stand. Sets are at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets available online. $25 + $10 food/drink minimum.
Photo from Freddy Cole’s website
