Dan Roberts

>> Veteran guitarist Sanjay Mishra is known for combining a modern jazz sensibility with the sounds of his native India, and has collaborated with the likes of Jerry Garcia and DJ Logic. He will perform 8 and 10 p.m. sets tonight at Blues Alley. Tickets are $20 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> Chromatic Mysteries is a new ensemble that features members of free jazz pioneers such as the Sun Ra Arkestra, Bardo Pond, and Kohoutek. Their music is not for the faint of heart, but open minded listeners should head down to Twins Jazz tonight to check them out. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Saxophonist Elijah Balbed is an up-and-comer on the local scene. He will be leading a group of talented young musicians on Thursday at Twins Jazz. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Cuban piano sensation Chuchito Valdez, son of master pianist Chucho Valdez, will be performing this Friday and Saturday at HR-57. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $20 These shows are next weekend, February 27 & 28. We apologize for the confusion.

>> Saxophonist and renaissance man Oliver Lake gave an impressive performance the last time we saw him, at the Kennedy Center. If you want to see him in a more intimate setting, head over to Twins Jazz on Friday or Saturday for his 9 and 11 p.m. sets. Tickets are $20.

>> Three Stars alums and DCist faves The Young Lions will be performing 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets this Friday and Saturday at Bohemian Caverns. If you haven’t seen monster pianist Allyn Johnson & Co., you’re missing out on some of the best jazz this city has to offer. Tickets are $15.