>> Tonight’s a big night for music, beginning with a celebration of one of the great musicians of the 20th century, Frank Zappa. His son, Dweezil, leads a group of Zappa-alums for this tribute, which takes place at Warner Theater. 7:30 p.m., $50/$75 + Ticketmaster fees.

>> Tonight, the musical flavor of New Orleans comes to the Wonderland Ballroom tonight as Yamomanem takes the stage. Call 202-232-5263 for cover information. 9 p.m.

>> Also tonight, jazz vocalist Jamie Broumas comes to Blues Alley for 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. sets. This D.C. native has played with respected jazz artists such as drummer Billy Hart and pianist Cyrus Chestnut. Tickets available here. $20 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> On Thursday, New York based vocalist Leslie Casey comes to Twins Jazz with a band featuring pianist Jessica Stewart, basist Hideshi Omachi, drummer Clemens Zecha, and saxophonist Casey Howard. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> As son of legendary bassist John Clayton, pianist Gerald Clayton has music flowing through his veins. The 22-year old, a finalist in this year’s Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition, comes to The Kennedy Center on Saturday night for sets at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Unfortunately the $15 tickets appear to be sold out, but keep your eyes open for last minute availability.

>> Two mainstays of the local jazz scene team up this Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz as saxophonist Paul Carr (pictured) teams up with pianist Allyn Johnson, leader of Three Star Alums The Young Lions. Tickets to the 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. sets are available here. $15

>> Catwoman is coming to D.C.! Yes, legendary cabaret singer Eartha Kitt is coming to the Warner Theater on Saturday for an 8 p.m. concert. Tickets are $40-$80 + Ticketmaster fees.