The Ark: Global Jazz Trio
Upbeat, inspirational contemporary jazz by a trio of local jazz veterans: saxophonist Mark Hershberger, percussionist Muruga Booker, and bassist Richard Smith. The Metro Times calls their music "high-energy contemporary funk and traditional jazz with a global interpretation." $12.50.

The Blind Pig: Plastic People of the Universe
Celebrated Prague rock 'n' roll septet that survived more than 20 years of persecution before breaking up in 1988. The band reunited in 1997 at the request of Czech president Vaclav Havel. Its music blends Eastern European melodies with the playful avant-gardism of Frank Zappa and the rhythmic primitivism of the Velvet Underground. Opening act is Little Cow, a Budapest Gypsy-tinged ska-rock sextet whose music has been described as "a fine mix of joy and melancholy, humor and lyricism." Advance tickets: $15 ($20 at the door). 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

Club Above: "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Mondays."
(beginning Sept. 22) Hip-hop and freestyle music with DJ Skee and MC West Knyle.

The Earle:
Rick Burgess. Solo pianist.

The Firefly Club: Paul Keller Orchestra
Award-winning 15-piece big band, formerly known as the Bird of Paradise Orchestra, led by bassist Keller and featuring vocalist (and Firefly Club owner) Susan Chastain.

The Habitat Ultralounge: "Monday Groove"
With DJ Mechial White. 7 p.m.-midnight.

The Necto: "Factory"
DJ Jinx spins industrial, goth, and synth pop records. Also, drum 'n' bass records with DJ Bassline in the Red Room.

TC's Speakeasy: Open Mike Jam
All musicians invited.