Jack DeJohnette, performing on Saturday at the Kennedy Center. >> Up-and-coming area vocalist Integriti Reeves is this month’s Artist-in-Residence at Strathmore. She will be giving the first of two concerts in the Mansion tonight at 7:30 p.m. $13.50-$15.
>> The brainchild of pianist Wayne Wilentz, Cloudburst is a vocal group specializing in vocalese, or wordless scat-singing. The band will perform a the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club tonight. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets. $10-$20 + food/drink minimum.
>> Tonight, the University of Maryland‘s Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center will host day 2 of the school’s big band showcase. 7:30 p.m. free.
>> Acoustic guitarist Cristian Perez blends the music of his native Argentina with a deep understanding of classic jazz. He will lead a group through 8 and 10 p.m. sets tonight at Twins Jazz. $10 + $10 food/drink minimum.
>> For its inspiration, Shakers n’ Bakers draws from the 18th century Shakers “Vision Songs.” The band, featuring Mary LaRose and Miles Griffith (vocals), Jeff Lederer (reeds), Jamie Saft (electric harpsichord and keyboard), Chris Lightcap (bass) and Allison Miller (drums), will perform an 8 p.m. show tonight at the Atlas. $15-$25.
>> Saxophonist Richie Cannata is a top-flight session musician who has worked with the likes of Billy Joel, Celine Dion, Jennifer Lopez, the Beach Boys, Bernie Williams and many more. He will be leading his own group tonight at Blues Alley for 8 and 10 p.m. sets. $22 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.
>> The MARS 4-tet is comprised of some of the best musicians to come out of the Annapolis area, including bassist Max Murray, drummer Frank Russo, saxophonist Jeff Antoniuk and guitarist Donato Soveiro. They will be at the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club tonight. 7:30 show. $10-$20 + food/drink minimum.
>> Stanley Jordan is known for his unique finger tapping technique that adds new dimension to the guitar. On Thursday, he begins four nights of solo performances at Blues Alley. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. $25 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.
>> Veteran area pianist Prakash “Kash” Wright leads his trio through 8 and 10 p.m. sets on Thursday at Twins Jazz. The band will be celebrating the release of its latest album, And There It Is. $10 + $10 food/drink minimum.
>> Kristine Key spent years establishing herself as one of Boston’s finest vocalists before moving to the D.C. area. Know a familiar voice here, she continues her strong career with her latest album, Nice As Can Be. Key will celebrate its release on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. 6 to 9 p.m. $5.
>> Area trombonist/vocalist/bandleader Eric Felten will lead his big band at the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club on Friday, paying tribute to the great Frank Sinatra. 8 p.m. $25 + food/drink minimum.
>> Pianist/songwriter/pianist Allen Toussaint is one of the most influential and respected artists to come out of New Orleans’ rich music tradition. The living legend will be at The Hamilton on Friday for an 8:30 p.m. show. $27.50-$38.
>> Bloombars will host a world music series that features The Fourth Stream and Wytold on Friday, and The Alexandria Kleztet with Bangla Ave. on Saturday. 9 p.m. $15.
>> Matthew Stevens is quickly establishing himself as one of the most sought after guitarists on the jazz scene, having worked with immense talents like Esperanza Spalding, Jason Moran and Christian Scott. Stevens will be leading his own band on Friday and Saturday at Bohemian Caverns. 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets. $18 in advance/$23 at the door.
>> Talented young saxophonist Anthony Nelson leads his group through 8 and 10 p.m. sets on Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz. $15 + $10 minimum/surcharge.
>> HR-57 hosts regulars Antonio Parker (saxophone, Friday) and Charlie Sayles (harmonica, Saturday). 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $15.
>> One of the finest and most influential drummers of all time, Jack DeJohnette has been trailblazing through a career that extends over 40-plus years. He is currently on tour, celebrating his 70th birthday, and will be at the Kennedy Center‘s Terrace Theater on Saturday for 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets. His band will include Tim Ries (saxophone), Lionel Loueke (guitar), George Colligan (piano), and Jerome Harris (bass). $35 + fees.
>> The Washington Women in Jazz Festival kicks off on Sunday with a jam session at Dahlak. The featured performer will be vocalist Rochelle Rice.6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free.
>> Bohemian Caverns celebrates Women’s History Month on Sunday with pianist Eri Yamamoto, a native of Osaka, Japan. Yamamoto, who will be leading a trio, is known for her contemplative improvisations and lyrical compositions. 7 p.m. $15 in advance/$20 at the door.
>> New York-based pianist Jason Yeager has a rich musical pedigree stemming from studies at Tufts and the New England Conservatory. He is now trying to establish himself as a bandleader and will bring his group to Twins Jazz on Sunday. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. $10 + $10 food/drink minimum.
>> Blue Monday Blues hosts Anthony “Swampdog” Clark & the Blues All-Stars. 6 to 9 p.m. $5.
>> Guitarist Rodney Richardson was a staple of the local scene before relocating to Chicago last year. He will team up with another familiar face, trumpeter Joe Herrera, to co-lead a group through 8 and 10 p.m. sets on Monday at Blues Alley. $18 + $12.50 minimum/surcharge.
>> Saxophonist Herb Scott continues his run as this month’s Artist-in-Residence at Bohemian Caverns on Tuesday. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets. $10 in advance/$15 at the door.
>> The Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club will host the D.C. Blues Society Band on Tuesday for 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets. $10-$20 + food/drink minimum.
