>> A regular at the Bossa Bistro & Lounge, local vocalist Heidi Martin is scaling up to Blues Alley tonight. Her band will feature DeAndre Shaifer, Kris Funn, and John Lamkin. The first set will consist mainly of standards, but the second set is going to concentrate on original material. Tickets to the 8 and 10 p.m. sets are $18 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge. Martin will also play every Tuesday in March at Bohemian Caverns. The music starts at 9:30 p.m.

>> The Danielle Eva Quartet brings its mix of jazz, blues, and bossa to Twins Jazz tomorrow. The vocalist’s band will feature pianist Allyn Johnson, drummer Lenny Robinson, and bassist Michael Bowie. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Guitar genius Stanley Jordan brings his unique technique and style to Blues Alley on Thursday for the start of a 4-night stand of solo performance. Tickets to the 8 and 10 p.m. sets are $24 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> Blending styles from Latin, to ska, to reggae, Nayas will drop its international groove this Friday at the Bossa Bistro & Lounge. 10:30 p.m. $5

>> It’s a great weekend of local music at Bohemian Caverns. On Friday, freakishly talented young pianist Joel Holmes (pictured) comes to the historic club, and busy saxophonist Lyle Link will play on Saturday. Both are members of the recently profiled Todd Marcus Jazz Orchestra. Tickets to the 9 and 11 p.m. sets are $15.