The Funk Ark, photo by Stefano Giovannini.

>> In an interview yesterday, we mentioned Darcy James Argue’s Secret Society will perform two shows in the District tonight, each with a separate program. The first is on the Kennedy Center‘s Millennium Stage. 6 p.m. Free. The second is at Subterranean A, located at 1432 R Street NW, with opening act Fight the Big Bull. Doors at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $17.50 in advance, $20 at the door. Space is limited.

>> Celebrated blues pianist/vocalist Mose Allison begins a four-night stand of 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Blues Alley on Thursday. Tickets are $25 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge, and must be purchased in advance.

>> Local native and recent graduate of Indiana University’s music program, Zack Cross, leads his piano trio on Thursday at Twins Jazz. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. $10 + $10 food/drink minimum.

>> Pianist, educator, and DCist fave Allyn Johnson leads a group of local all-stars on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. The band includes bassist James King, saxophonist Charlie Young and drummer Nasar Abadey. 6 to 9 p.m. $5.

>> Popular local afro-jazz-funk band The Funk Ark, under the direction of keyboardist Will Rast, returns to a regular performance schedule after taking time off to record its forthcoming album on ESL Records. The band will be at the Velvet Lounge on Friday with openers Phone Home. 9 p.m. doors. $8.