>> Tonight, head on over to the Bossa Bistro & Lounge to check out Alfredo Mojica‘s Latin Jazz Project at 10 p.m. No cover

>> New York based saxophonist and composer Brian VanArsdale has been making waves with his latest album, From the Heart. This up-and-coming performer will be at Twins Jazz tomorrow night in support of this recent release. Call 202-234-0072 for set times and cover information.

>> A prodigal son returns to the Kennedy Center this Friday. Drummer Winard Harper paid his dues in D.C. before heading to the Big Apple to play with some of the finest in jazz. He will be leading is own group in the Terrace Gallery for 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets. Tickets are sold out, but it’s always worth contacting the box office for last minute availability.

>> Bassist Michael Hawkins has toured with greats such as pianist Cyrus Chestnut and saxophonist Jimmy Heath. He’ll be leading his own group, Band of Brothers, for a blend of gospel and straight-ahead jazz. Shows are this Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz with 9 and 11 p.m. sets. Tickets are $16.

>> What happens when you combine the soul of U Street with international melodies? Find out this Friday and Saturday when Three Stars alums and DCist faves The Young Lions team up with violinist/guitarist Matvei Sigalov (pictured) at Bohemian Caverns. Tickets to the 9 and 11 p.m. sets are $15.