Norah Jones joins Wayne Shorter and a host of others on Sunday at the Kennedy Center to conclude the Blue Note at 75 festival.

>> The Kennedy Center‘s Blue Note at 75 festival concludes on Sunday, and there are a number of performances happening this week. Trumpeter Terence Blanchard and keyboardist Robert Glasper lead groups on Friday and Saturday, respectively. The Millennium Stage features free performances by pianist Fabian Almazan, guitarist Lionel Loueke, bassist Derrick Hodge, drummer Brian Blade and a tribute to Blue Note by D.C.’s finest jazz musicians. Sunday’s gala finale will feature the likes of Wayne Shorter, Norah Jones, Jason Moran and a host of others. Visit the festival website for ticket information.

>> Clarinetist Ben Redwine leads his Dirty Rice Band tonight at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. The group plays old time New Orleans jazz but adds the occasional modern twist. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Saxophonist and Israeli native Benny Sharoni performs 8 and 10 p.m. sets tonight at Blues Alley. Tickets $20 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Atlanta-based vocalist Myrna Clayton comes to the District tonight for 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Twins Jazz. Tickets $10 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Achinoam Nini (known also as NOA) is an outspoken Israeli vocalist who dedicates much of her time to promoting peace and dialogue between Israel and Palestine. She will perform an 8 p.m. show tonight at The Howard Theatre. Tickets $25-$45.

>> Nnenna Freelon is a jazz singer’s jazz singer. The six time Grammy nominee has released over a dozen albums over the past two decades and has sung with The Roots, Take 6, Elton John and Andrea Bocelli. She will lead her group on Thursday at the Atlas. 8 p.m. Tickets $20-$33.50.

>> Jazz violinist David Schulman plays 8 and 10 p.m. sets on Thursday at Twins Jazz. Tickets $10 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> The MARS 4-tet just celebrated the release of its new album, The Blind Watchmaker, yesterday at Blues Alley. They will return to Dukem Jazz on Thursday to play selections from the recording. 9 p.m. to midnight. No cover.

>> Kamel Zennia comes out of the rich Berber tradition of North Africa, so the guitarist’s music contains hints of music from around the Mediterranean. He performs on Thursday at the Bossa Bistro & Lounge. 9:30 p.m. Tickets $5.

>> Respected local trumpeter Michael Thomas leads his quintet on Friday at Jazz Night in Southwest. 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets $5.

>> Guitarist Glenn Wiser leads his band at Takoma Station on Friday. 7 to 9 p.m. No cover.

>> His work with greats like Miles Davis, Elvin Jones and McCoy Tyner has given Azar Lawrence a deserved reputation as a master saxophonist. He brings his rich sound to Blues Alley on Friday and Saturday, where he leads a group through 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $37.75 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Christian Scott‘s musical approach, which he dubs “stretch music,” has led to his being one of the most acclaimed trumpeters of his generation. Scott’s quintet will be at Bohemian Caverns on Friday and Saturday with special guest vocalist, Isadora. 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. sets. Tickets $25 online/$30 at the door.

>> Twins Jazz hosts saxophonists Steve Williams (Friday) and Marty Nau (Saturday) for 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $15 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> HR-57 hosts saxophonist Antonio Parker (Friday) and salsa group Cubano Groove (Saturday). 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets $15.

>> To celebrate Mother’s Day, the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club will host a jazz brunch featuring vocalist Janine Gilbert-Carter and her group. 10 a.m. Tickets $40 (includes brunch).

>> Equally adept on piano and French horn, Mark Taylor‘s talents led to stints with greats like drummer Max Roach and woodwind artist Henry Threadgill. His quartet will focus on Taylor’s compositions on Sunday as it plays 7 and 9 p.m. sets at Bohemian Caverns. Tickets $15 online/$20 at the door.

>> The folks at CapitalBop have an excellent lineup for the May 2014 edition of the monthly D.C. Jazz Loft at Union Arts. Charles Rahmat Woods will start things off with a sax/drums duo before Allyn Johnson takes to the keys for a solo piano set. Another duo featuring vocalist Akua Allrich and bassist Kris Funn will close out the night. 7 p.m. doors. $15 suggested donation.

>> Journeyman bassist Michael Feinberg comes to Blues Alley on Monday with his band to celebrate the release of his new album, Humblebrag. 8 and 10 p.m. sets. Tickets $20 plus minimum and surcharge.

>> Donvonte McCoy has long been recognized one of the area’s finest trumpeters. He will be May’s Artist-in-Residence at Bohemian Caverns, meaning that he’ll be performing 7 and 9 p.m. sets every Tuesday this month. Tickets $10.

>> Robben Ford is renowned guitarist whose credits include Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell and George Harrison. He has also led his own groups for decades and will do so on Tuesday at The Howard Theatre. 8 p.m. Tickets $25 in advance/$30 at the door.