Tedd Baker

>> The U.S. Army Blues is one of the several world class service jazz bands stationed in the area. Tonight, they will be recording a live album at Blues Alley. Tickets to the 8 and 10 p.m. sets are free, but seats must be reserved by calling the club at 202-337-4141.

>> Full Consensus is a local outfit specializing in standards from the classic jazz repertoire. They’ll be at Twins Jazz on Thursday. Call 202-234-0072 for set time and cover information.

>> Otis Taylor is recognized as one of the country’s finest blues musicians, and his music is instantly identifiable because of his use of alternate instruments, such as banjo and cello. He will be at Blues Alley on Thursday night for 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets are $27.50 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> Local vocalist Sharon Clark will pay tribute to the great Shirley Horn on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. Her band will feature Three Stars alum Lenny Robinson. 6 to 9 p.m. $5

>> Guitarist Gene Bertoncini lends a strong classical influence to his jazz sound. The critically acclaimed musician will begin a three night stand on Friday, playing with local mainstays, bassist Tommy Cecil and drummer Chuck Redd. Tickets to the nightly 8 and 10 p.m. sets are $25 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.

>> Saxophonist Tedd Baker is most often seen playing with the Airmen of Note, the premiere jazz ensemble of the U.S. Air Force. He will be leading his own band this Friday and Saturday at Bohemian Caverns. Tickets to the 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets are $15.

>> Saxophonist Luis Faife, a native of Cuba, performs regularly around the area and will be leading his group on Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz. Tickets to the 9 and 11 p.m. sets are $15 + $12 minimum/surcharge.

>> Bassist Tommy Cecil, a longtime regular of the local scene, will lead a group on Saturday at the Millennium Stage. 6 p.m. Free