Igmar Thomas leads the Revive Big Band on Saturday at the Kennedy Center as part of the ongoing One Mic festival.

>> April is Jazz Appreciation Month. This year, the National Museum of American History will celebrate with the theme, Jazz Alchemy: A Love Supreme, to pay tribute to John Coltrane and the 50th anniversary of his composition A Love Supreme. This week’s highlights include a Latin jazz concert with percussionist Bobby Sanabria & Quarteto Ache on Friday. On Monday, Howard University will present a special concert featuring alumni of its famed jazz program, including pianist Geri Allen. Visit the JAM website for full schedule and ticket information.

>> South African trumpeter Hugh Masekela is a legend, not only because of his pioneering work in what became “world music,” but also because of his anti-Apartheid activism. He is on tour to celebrate his 75th birthday and will perform tonight at The Birchmere. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $45.

>> Abe Ovadia is a guitarist to watch, as he is quickly rising through the ranks of New York’s crowded scene. He is in town tonight to lead his trio through 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Twins Jazz. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Mandolin virtuoso Avi Avital will be at the Mansion at Strathmore on Thursday to support his latest album, Between Worlds. The release explores the nexus between classical, popular and traditional music from around the world. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $22.50 to $25.

>> Keb’ Mo’ isn’t afraid to explore different genres, but his music always maintains its deep roots in the blues. The renowned guitarist/singer-songwriter will be at the Music Center at Strathmore on Thursday. 8 p.m. Tickets $40.50 to $55.

>> When not touring with the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, drummer Brian Chase is active in New York’s experimental music scene. He will be at Union Arts on Thursday for a duo performance with pianist Thollem McDonas, touring in support of their new album, Dub Narcotic Session. Laughing Man and Dave Klinger are also on the bill. 8 p.m. Tickets $9.

>> Trio Ode, with vocalist Rachel Sberro, bassist Russell Sledge and guitarist Alex Martin, performs music in the classic French chanson style, with a mix of original material and standards. The group will be at Twins Jazz on Thursday for 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Trumpeter Thad Wilson has an excellent quartet lined up to perform at Dukem Jazz on Thursday. The band includes Tarus Mateen on bass, Lenny Robinson on drums and Andrew Haskell on keys. 9 and 10:30 p.m. sets. No cover.

>> The Feedel Band blends Ethiopian dance music with funk, soul and jazz. The group will perform at the Bossa Bistro & Lounge on Thursday. 10 p.m. Tickets $5.

>> Cheikh Ndoye is a virtuoso bassist that combines jazz with his West African roots. His career as a bandleader is taking off and he will be leading a group of all-star musicians this Thursday through Sunday at Blues Alley. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $37.75 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Saxophonist and local mainstay Marshall Keys leads a group of the DMV’s finest jazzers on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets $5.

>> Internationally celebrated jazz vocal group, The Manhattan Transfer, will perform on Friday at The Birchmere. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $59.50.

>> Diane Marino is an accomplished pianist, vocalist and arranger whose diverse talents have led to collaborations with masters like Joe Henderson and Wycliffe Gordon. She released her latest album, Loads of Love, in 2013 and will be leading a band on Friday and Saturday at Twins Jazz. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $15 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Dionne Farris got her big break as a vocalist with hip-hop group, Arrested Development. In 1995, she had a major hit with “I Know.” This weekend, she will team up with Grammy-nominated jazz trumpeter Russell Gunn at Bohemian Caverns. They are touring in support of Dionne Get Your Gunn, a live album Farris recorded with Gunn’s quartet. 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets. $25 in advance/$30 at the door.

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

>> With a contemporary groove housed in a traditional jazz context, New York’s Revive Big Band led by trumpeter Igmar Thomas blends original works flavored with hip-hop, R&B, and sampled jazz recordings. The band will perform 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. sets on Saturday at the Kennedy Center as part of the venue’s ongoing One Mic festival. Tickets $20.

>> Concha Buika, known simply as Buika to her fans around the world, has been compared to Nina Simone, Chavela Vargas and Cesarea Evora. She mixes Flamenco, Jazz and R&B into her very own style of fusion, singing in Spanish, Catalan, English, French and Portuguese. She will be at the Music Center at Strathmore on Sunday for a 7 p.m. performance. Tickets $22.50 to $58.00.

>> Regina Carter is considered one of the finest jazz violinists of all time and has a closet full of awards to prove it. She will lead her band on Sunday at The Birchmere for a 7:30 p.m. set. Tickets $39.50.

>> Peggy King has been a celebrated cabaret star since the 1950s and is known for her interpretations of the Great American Songbook. She will perform at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club on Sunday. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 plus food and drink minimum.

>> A New Orleans native now residing in Brooklyn, guitarist Douglas Bradford will be in the District on Sunday for 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Twins Jazz. Tickets $10 plus food and drink minimum.

>> Chick Corea is playing two solo piano sets on Monday at Blues Alley. The $60 tickets have been sold out for a while now, so good luck.

>> Trumpeter Thad Wilson is serving as this month’s Artist-in-Residence at Bohemian Caverns. He will be at the club every Tuesday for 7 and 9 p.m. sets. Tickets $10 online/$15 at the door.