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First chances, last chances and what not to miss today

Keren Ann The Dutch-Israeli singer sings songs of enigmatic poetic beauty in both French and English. Sounding like a half-asleep Francoise Hardy, she wanders through this world like a strange, observant alien visitor. With Dean & Britta (she is looking more and more like the young Catherine Deneuve), the former bandmates of Luna, playing their dreamy Velvets-like music. El Rey Theatre, 5515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. 8 p.m. $19. (323) 936-4790.

Tierney Sutton This sultry singer’s latest CD, “On the Other Side,” was nominated last year for the best jazz vocal album. Her band includes pianist Christian Jacob, bassist Trey Henry and drummer Ray Brinker. Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. 8 p.m. $25. (323) 466-2210.

John Pisano’s Guitar Night Pisano’s Guitar Nights are among the Southland’s most dependable jazz destinations. Every Tuesday, the versatile Pisano has a relaxed encounter with another world-class jazz guitarist. This week: Argentine guitarist Marcello Caceres. Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. 8 p.m. No cover. (818) 728-8400.

Katha Pollitt Aloud presents the author of “Virginity or Death!” and columnist for the Nation in conversation on the topic of “When the Personal Becomes Political” with Jon Wiener, professor of history, UC Irvine. Richard J. Riordan Central Library, 630 W. 5th St., L.A. 7 p.m. Free, but reservations are required. (213) 228-7025.