Jane Monheit at Catalina Bar & Grill

JAZZ

Since being named runner-up in the prestigious Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition at just 20 years old in 1998, Jane Monheit has been a favorite on the jazz vocal scene on par with Diana Krall. Armed with her 2010 album “Home,� which marked a return to more traditional jazz vocal arrangements, Monheit returns to L.A. for festive run of shows that includes a New Year’s Eve performance. Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A. Thu.-Fri., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.; Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 p.m. $25-75. (323) 466-2210, https://www.catalinajazzclub.com