Pat Martino

>> Trombonist Jen Krupa and saxophonist Leigh Pilzer team up tonight at Twins Jazz to lead their quintet, JLQ. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Bassist Michael Feinberg is an up-and-comer whose compositions blend jazz with his Middle Eastern and Eastern European heritage. He will pay a visit to Twins Jazz on Thursday. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Baltimore’s Junkyard Saints play an infectious blend of zydeco and traditional New Orleans jazz that always makes for a good party. They’ll perform on Friday at Jazz in the Garden. 5 to 8:30 p.m. Free

>> Local regular Antonio Parker will lead a group this Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. The band includes Three Stars alum Lenny Robinson on drums. 6 to 9 p.m. $5

>> Woodwind artist Anthony Nelson has played as a sideman with the finest in jazz and beyond, ranging from violinist Regina Carter to the late great Ray Charles. He will lead his own group through 9 and 11 p.m. sets on Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz. Tickets are $15.

>> In 1980, guitarist Pat Martino, who was well established in the jazz community, suffered a brain aneurysm that left him with no memories of playing music. Through years of practice and rehab, he learned to play guitar again. Martino will lead a quartet that includes monster drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts this Friday through Sunday at Blues Alley. The 8 and 10 p.m. sets are being recorded for a future live release. Tickets are $32.50 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.