Jazz vibraphonist Chris Dingman at the Blue Whale

A rising star on the jazz scene with his immersive 2011 album “Waking Dreams,” vibraphonist Chris Dingman should be in exceptional form Thursday night. His ensemble also will feature some serious talent in saxophonist Walter Smith III and pianist Gerald Clayton, both of whom have released bewitching albums as bandleaders in their own right. The Blue Whale, 123 Astronaut E.S. Onizuka St., Suite 301. Thurs., 9 p.m. $10 https://www.bluewhalemusic.com.