Bassist Derrick Hodge will celebrate the release of his new album, “Live Today”, on Thursday at Liv.

>> Guitar Gods Eric Johnson and Mike Stern join forces at The Howard Theatre tonight for a show that is sure to feature more than a little fret board pyrotechnics. 6 p.m. doors/8 p.m. show. Tickets $35.

>> Vocalist and D.C. native Diane Daly will perform a 7:30 p.m. set tonight at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Twins Jazz continues its summer series of violin performances tonight with David Schulman leading a group through an evening of romantic ballads. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Soul-jazz outfit, Collaboration, performs 8 and 10 p.m. sets tonight at Blues Alley. Tickets $18 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Guitarist Mark Mosley leads his trio on Thursday at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Vocalist Abby Schaffer has started performing regularly in area clubs, often singing traditional jazz but occasionally branching out. She will be at Twins Jazz on Thursday along with backing band, Buddha Fly. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> On Thursday, celebrated trumpeter Terence Blanchard begins a four night run of 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Blues Alley. Tickets $40 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Bassist Derrick Hodge anchors the genre-blending Robert Glasper Experiment, which is at the vanguard of the nu-jazz movement. He has also spent time in the cutting-edge jazz trumpeter Terence Blanchard’s group, and is currently the music director for the R&B star Maxwell. Hodge is now stepping out on his own with his new release, Live Today. Hodge and his band will be launching the album on Thursday at Liv. 7:30 p.m. doors/8:30 p.m. show. Tickets $18 in advance/$23 at the door.

>> Bassist and local legend Butch Warren leads a band on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. 6 to 9 p.m. $5.

>> There’s nothing we can say about Chick Corea that hasn’t already been said. The legendary pianist will lead his latest group, The Vigil, on Friday at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. 7:30 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $60 plus food and drink minimum.

>> The Stooges Brass Band is considered one of the elite groups playing in New Orleans today, so much so that it was chosen to serve as a musical ambassador in Pakistan for a 2012 tour. The ensemble will be playing an 8:30 p.m. show on Friday at Artisphere. General admission tickets are $20. Lounge level tickets in the balcony art gallery with private bar are $30. Arlington’s Bayou Bakery has partnered with Artisphere to offer patrons New Orleans specials before the show, including a “Brass Monkey” cocktail.

>> Bassist Edward Ricart and guitarist Nick Millevoi have teamed up to form a quartet that explores avant-garde jazz and rock. Haitian Rail, the group’s new album, has the underground jazz scene abuzz. They will play at Union Arts & Manufacturing on Friday along with area bassist Luke Stewart’s group. 9 p.m. $10 suggested donation.

>> Ulah Bistro will host a late night jam on Friday featuring Mike Pryor’s MP3. 11 p.m. No cover.

>> Local trombonist Reginald Cyntje continues the roll-out of his latest album, Love, this weekend at Twins Jazz. Vocalist Heidi Martin will open with her band on both Friday and Saturday. 8 p.m. Tickets $15 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Baltimore-based saxophonist Craig Alston is probably best known to area audiences through his work with the now-defunct Fertile Ground. He will be at Bohemian Caverns on Friday and Saturday with his own band. 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets. Tickets $18 online/$23 at the door.

>> HR-57 hosts regulars Antonio Parker (Friday) and Ajay Parham (Saturday). 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $15.

>> Jazz vocalist and Strathmore Artist-in-Residence Integriti Reeves performs at the Millennium Stage on Saturday. 6 p.m. Free.

>> Cello/guitar duo Janel & Anthony will bring their rich electronic textures to a free outdoor show at The Lot on Saturday. 7 p.m.

>> Saxophonist Bill Evans joined Miles Davis’s band in 1980 at the tender age of 22. He used his time with the iconic trumpeter to launch a solo career in 1990 and he has been a bandleader ever since. His current group, Soulgrass, will be at The Hamilton on Saturday, opening for Brooklyn funksters, The Pimps of Joytime. 8:30 p.m. Tickets $25.

>> The DC Jazz Jam celebrates its four years of open jam sessions on Sunday at Dahlak (1771 U Street NW). 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Free.

>> Blues legend B.B. King takes the stage at Wolf Trap on Sunday with opener Peter Frampton. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $30-$45.

>> Guitarist/vocalist Nick Colionne and saxophonist Steve Cole are two of the hottest names in smooth jazz. They will team up for a 7:30 p.m. show on Sunday at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. Tickets $35 plus food and drink minimum.

>> CapitalBop‘s next Jazz Loft takes place on Sunday at Chez Billy and features groups led by piano virtuoso Dwayne Adell, vocalist Dante Pope and bassist Blake Meister. 7 p.m. $15 suggested donation.

>> Area alto saxophonist Herb Scott performs 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Twins Jazz on Sunday, leading his band, Cinnamon Stix. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Blue Monday Blues hosts the Deanna Bogart Blues Band. 6 to 9 p.m. $5.

>> Pianist Amina Figarova has steadily maintained her jazz sextet for years, a commendable feat when it comes to New York’s crowded jazz scene. The lyrical pianist will bring the group to Blues Alley on Monday for 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $22 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Vocalist Kiyem Ade continues his run as Bohemian Caverns‘ Artist-in-Residence on Tuesday. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 online/$15 at the door.

>> Pianist Zach Bartholomew leads his ZBTrio on Tuesday at Blues Alley. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $20 plus minimum and surcharge.