>> Tonight, Rev.Elation pays tribute to the great vibraphonist Milt Jackson at Blues Alley. The band features Jackson’s own rhythm section, drummer Mikey Roker, bassist Bob Cranshaw, pianist Mike LeDonne, along with local vibist Chuck Redd. Tickets to the 8 and 10 p.m. sets are $25 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> As we previewed yesterday, tonight Twins Jazz features the otherworldly sounds of New York’s Prana Trio. 8 p.m. to midnight. $10.

>> Blues Alley goes smooth this weekend as saxophonist Kim Waters performs Thursday through Saturday and fellow reedsmith Marcus Mitchell comes to town on Monday. Sets are at 8 and 10 p.m. Tickets for Waters’ shows are $35, while Monday’s cover is $18. All performances will require a $12.50 minimum +surcharge.

>> See the future of jazz on Thursday as the finest students from Oberlin College’s notable jazz program perform at Twins. Call (202) 234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> The Tassa drumming of East Indians from the Caribbean region is performed by both Hindus and Muslims, in sacred as well as secular contexts. Major League Tassa, who will perform Thursday on the Millennium Stage, specializes in rhythms used for processions, the Diwali holiday, and weddings, along with contemporary tunes played at clubs, sports bars and social events in the New York City area. 6 p.m. Free.

>> On Friday and Saturday, CC Booker III (pictured), an organ centered soul jazz outfit, visits Twins Jazz. The band, which is influenced by the likes of Ray Charles, King Curtis, and Booker T & the MGs, is sure to provide an evening of funky grooves. Tickets to the 9 and 11 p.m. sets are $18.