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SUMMARY:Sunday\, November 7th:  Songs of Pannonica *** SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  **
DESCRIPTION:The Velvet Note presents another segment of its ninth series of Legends of Jazz\, featuring the music inspired by the jazz champion\, friend and unlikely benefactor Baronness Kathleen Pannonica Rothschild.  As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series\, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging\, narrative form– through the life and music of this great character in the history and culture of jazz. It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time\, and…\, oh… they’ll also play their behinds off!​ 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-november-7th-songs-of-pannonica/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, November 6th:  Blues Artist Dave Keller
DESCRIPTION:4 stars - Downbeat \n"a magnificent soul singer" -- Elmore Magazine\n\n"Steve Cropper-like guitar and soaring vocals...songwriting genius...infectious rhythms...straight-to-the-heart soul" -- Living Blues\n\n2021 Blues Blast Music Award nominee\, Best Male Artist\n2021 Blues Blast Music Award nominee\, Best Soul Blues Album\n2019 Blues Music Award (BMA) nominee\, Best Soul Blues Album\n2014 Blues Music Award (BMA) nominee\, Best Soul Blues Album\n\nDave Keller is an award-winning\, triple-threat: an outstanding singer\, an intense guitarist\, and a talented\nsongwriter.  Fueled by his love of deep Southern soul and blues music\, his performances ring out with\npassion\, integrity\, and an ability to break down the barriers between performer and audience.\n\nEver since legendary guitarist Ronnie Earl chose Dave Keller to sing on his 2010 album\, Living In The Light\, Keller has been on the rise\, earning two Blues Music Award nominations for Best Soul/Blues Album\, winning the International Blues Challenge 'Best Self-Released CD Award'\, and being chosen for Downbeat’s “Best Recordings of the Year.” His 2018 CD\, Every Soul's a Star\, released on esteemed soul/blues label Catfood Records\, was produced by multiple-Grammy-winning legend Jim Gaines (Santana\, Stevie Ray Vaughan\, Steve Miller\, Tower of Power\, Luther Allison\, etc.).  Gaines\, the man responsible for some of the most revered albums in modern music\, says\, “I love Dave's vocals. Dave has a remarkable voice.” \n \nIn February 2020\, Keller released his first-ever live album\, Live At The Killer Guitar Thriller!  (Tastee-Tone Records)\, which won the Tammie Award for Best Album of the Year. Based in Vermont\, Keller has performed for audiences across the U.S.\, including major festivals such as the North Atlantic Blues Fest\, Discover Jazz Fest\, and PA Blues Fest and many of the finest clubs\, including B.B. King's in Memphis and Biscuits and Blues in San Francisco.  In addition to his own recordings\, Keller has co-written and recorded with legendary guitarist Ronnie Earl (2010's BMA-nominated Living In The Light).  \n \nOther well-regarded performers have invited him onstage\, including but not limited to: Otis Clay\, Fontella Bass\, John Nemeth\, Sugaray Rayford\, John Primer\, Mike Welch\, Mike Ledbetter\, Southern Avenue\, Big Jack Johnson\, Terrence Simien\, Anthony Geraci\, Alexis P. Suter\, Dawn Tyler Watson\,  Dwight and Nicole\, and Grammy-winning Native American singer/songwriter Joanne Shenandoah.\n \nA bit of a late bloomer\, Keller grew up in Massachusetts\, loving music\, but not picking up a guitar until age 16\, and not singing in his first band until age 20. But blessed with mentors including deep soul singer Mighty Sam McClain\, mystical soul guitarist Robert Ward\, acoustic blues master Paul Rishell\, and soul/blues man Johnny Rawls\, Keller made up for the lost time.\nRelocating to icy Vermont in 1993\, Keller found fertile ground to grow his audience\, and during the ensuing years has spread his name far and wide.  Famous for his live-wire shows\, Keller can often be found fifty feet out in the crowd\, teasing fiery licks from his trusty Stratocaster\, and singing off-mike as the audience sings along.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-november-6th-blues-artist-dave-keller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, November 5th:  Vibraphone Artist Drew Tucker
DESCRIPTION:Drew Tucker is a musician\, educator and social entrepreneur – a unique combination that place him at the intersection of the arts and activism. \n\n\n\nArtistically\, he’s at the forefront of the movement to reinvent the vibraphone – a dynamic instrument that he melds with soul\, funk\, jazz and hip-hop influences. His jazz influenced twists on modern-day standards from Michael Jackson\, to Prince and The Police\, have earned him key endorsements from Mike Balter\, Malletech and Sabian Cymbals – and the applause of soldout audiences nationwide. \n\n\n\nThe passion he brings to the stage is also present in his classroom. Drew’s one of the most sought after educators in mallet education\, which he led to him being a top front ensemble coach in Florida. He’s proud to note that 100% of his students have gone on to succeed in art school and university auditions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a community activist and Cultural Arts Director at Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) \, he’s driven to revitalize areas of Florida through the creation of arts centers in underserved neighborhoods. Through his leadership and musicianship\, he strives to not only raise spirits\, but set an example of excellence and open opportunities for students\, families and communities to realize their potential. \n\n\n\nWhether performing alongside Grammy winners as a world-class vibraphonist\, coaching eager high school students through national music competitions\, or leading and directing the growth of local arts institutions\, Drew’s passion for improving people’s lives through artistic endeavor is unwavering.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-november-5th-vibraphone-artist-drew-tucker/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 31st:  Curtis Lundy with the Legendary Bobby Watson
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:00pm and 9:00pm     A saxophonist\, composer\, arranger and educator\, Bobby Watson grew up in Kansas City\, Kan. He trained formally at the University of Miami\, a school with a distinguished and well-respected jazz program. After graduating\, he proceeded to earn his “doctorate” – on the bandstand – as musical director of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. The group\, created in 1955 by late legendary drummer who died in 1990\, showcased a rotating cast of players\, many who\, like Watson\, would go on to have substantial careers as bandleaders in their own right. The Jazz Messengers – frequently referred to as the “University of Blakey” – served as the ultimate “postgraduate school” for ambitious young players.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-31st-curtis-lundy-with-the-legendary-bobby-watson/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T193000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 30th: Alexis Cole
DESCRIPTION:“…A beguiling voice and charming…stage manner.”— Ralph Miriello\, Notes on Jazz blog\, March 2018.  Award-winning jazz vocalist Alexis Cole may be the most talented singer to ever hold a top-secret military clearance. A dozen albums into her critically acclaimed career\, she may also be the best-kept secret in jazz\, a status that’s certain to change as more people are discovering her for themselves. 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-30th-alexis-cole/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T193000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 29th: Alexis Cole
DESCRIPTION:“…A beguiling voice and charming…stage manner.”— Ralph Miriello\, Notes on Jazz blog\, March 2018  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAward-winning jazz vocalist Alexis Cole may be the most talented singer to ever hold a top-secret military clearance. A dozen albums into her critically acclaimed career\, she may also be the best-kept secret in jazz\, a status that’s certain to change as more people are discovering her for themselves.  \n\n\n\nThe year 2009 was a big one for Alexis: She released her first albums on both Motéma Music and Venus Records… and went to Basic Training to prepare for her new job as a jazz singer for the US Army.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring her seven years in the Army’s Big Band\, Cole had the opportunity to grow as a musician and a person\, sharing the stage with ensembles as diverse as the New York Philharmonic and Kool and the Gang. Alexis continued recording throughout her tour of duty\, releasing a string of well-received albums\, including four titles for Venus\, two for Motema\, and two on Chesky Records. She proved her versatility on everything from jazz standards to Paul Simon’s lesser known compositions\, to Disney love songs to a project on which she teamed up with a fellow serviceman 50 years her senior\, the legendary guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli.   \n\n\n\nAlexis has blossomed since leaving the service in 2016\, trading her uniforms and fatigues for sleek cocktail dresses and chic hats\, and focusing fully on her art. The singer’s career has taken on exciting new momentum\, with recent accomplishments including gigs at celebrated venues like The Carlyle\, Carnegie Hall\, Birdland\, Jazz at Lincoln Center\, and the Blue Note; and performances as a soloist with prominent orchestras such as the Boston Pops and the Detroit Symphony. Alexis also recently contributed a guest turn on pianist Harold Mabern’s star-studded album Afro Blue\, alongside the likes of fellow guests Norah Jones\, Gregory Porter\, and Jane Monheit. 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-29th-alexis-cole/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 28th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist/Singer Andrew Black
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-28th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-guitarist-singer-andrew-black/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T163000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 27th:  JazzyCrab!
DESCRIPTION:This is your chance to try our acclaimed Chesapeake Bay\, Jumbo Lump crabcakes\, all night long!  Great deals on food and drink\, live music (8-10)\, and NO ENTRY FEE!  Come on out with your gang and enjoy! Reservations are NOT REQUIRED\, but if you want to make one\, call 855.5.VELVET.  Featured Artist– Guitarist/Singer Kristin Tinsley.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/wednesday-october-27th-jazzycrab/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211024T203000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 24th:  Legends of Jazz Presents Branford Marsalis' Crazy People Music
DESCRIPTION:*****  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!    SOLD OUT!!!  **** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Velvet Note presents another segment of its ninth series of Legends of Jazz\, featuring the music of Branford Marsalis. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series\, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging\, narrative form– through the life and music of this great American composer and saxophonist. It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time\, and…\, oh… they’ll also play their behinds off!​  \n\n\n\n\n\n****   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-24th-legends-of-jazz-presents-branford-marsalis-crazy-peoples-music/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 23rd:  Yakou N'Guessen
DESCRIPTION:SHOW TIMES:  7:30PM AND 9:30PM.  A native of the Ivory Coast of West Africa\, N’Guessen grew up in a family where his mother sang in the church choir and his father was an avid jazz fan who listened to John Coltrane and Count Basie. N’Guessen began playing the percussion at church at age 7. He Started played drumset at age 9. By 15 he was making money as a drummer and decided to pursue a career in music. He holds a master’s degree in musicology from the Institut National Superieur des Arts et de l’Action Culturelle (INSAAC) in Abidjan. \n\n\n\nAfter playing in jazz clubs in Cote d’ Ivoire\, he spent almost a decade playing jazz and teaching in Morocco. He was part of a jazz festival organized by the King of Morocco and has a chance to meet international luminaries such as Quincy Jones and George Benson.  \n\n\n\nN’Guessan is influenced as a composer by jazz and by the music of his native country. He says there are 62 tribes in Cote d’Ivoire/Ivory Coast and each has a language that is musical. He brings these strands together in what he calls World Music. He will be sharing original compositions along with artists’ originals\, he collaborated with and African songs in his concert at The Velvet Note.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-23rd-yakou-nguessen/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T220000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 22nd:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION:Showtime: ONE SHOW 8pm – `10pm. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart and his international bandmates put jazz fusion on a whole new level.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-1st-the-bill-hart-international-jazz-fusion-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 21st:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Andrew Black
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-july-22nd-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-andrew-black/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211017T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 17th:  The Bob Bakert Band
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy Sunday dinner and drinks with us as one of our fan favorites Bob Bakert brings  together an evening of rock\, soul\, jazz\, blues and other high energy versions of your favorite classics. 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-17th-the-bob-bakert-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211016T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 16th:  GRAMMY-Winner Shaun Martin from Snarky Puppy
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30-9:00PM AND 9:30 – 11:00PM \n\n\n\nMultiple Grammy Award winner Shaun Martin is well known for his work with Kirk Franklin and as a key member of Snarky Puppy\, his creative stamp can be heard on projects with musical legends Chaka Khan\, Erykah Badu\, Fred Hammond\, Tamela Mann\, Kim Burrell\, God’s Property\, and more.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-16th-grammy-winner-shaun-martin-from-snarky-puppy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 14th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist/Singer Andrew Black
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-14th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-guitarist-singer-andrew-black/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T230000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 10th:  Sharon Clark and the Chris Grasso Trio
DESCRIPTION:TWO SHOWS:   7:00pm and 9:00pm.    Don’t miss this rare Atlanta appearance by the remarkable vocalist Sharón Clark. She has brought festival and concert audiences to their feet across the globe\, and wherever she performs\, the critics take notice: \n\n\n\n“New and amazing . . . an absolute triumph”!   \n\n\n\n— Will Friedwald\, Wall Street Journal \n\n\n\n“You can’t underestimate the transformation of what seems like an ordinary song when an interpreter like Sharón Clark tears it apart and peers inside.”  \n\n\n\n— Stephen Holden\, New York Times   \n\n\n\n“A revelation . . .  I never thought I’d hear a singer with the range\, musicality and command of tone and timbre that was Sarah at her best\, but now I have.” \n\n\n\n–JazzTimes
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-10th-sharon-clark-and-the-chris-grasso-trio/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 9th:  The Rod Harris\, Jr. Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes:  7:30pm and 9:30pm.   7:30 is SOLD OUT!!!    PURCHASE 9:30 SEATS BELOW.   Jazz guitarist Rod Harris Jr. brings his acclaimed catalog and powerful group to Good Times for a night of modern jazz and all-around great music. Harris has performed everywhere and garnered critical praise\, in addition to being nominated for Grammys. He’s a force to be reckoned with on his instrument\, and is certainly one of the best guitar players going today.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-march-28th-the-rod-harris-jr-quartet-2/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210407T010205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T222728Z
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 8th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us\, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-april-9th-the-bill-hart-international-jazz-fusion-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211003T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210913T121501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T163518Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 3rd:  A Night at The Movies Starring Svetlana   ***  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:Show Times:  7:00pm – 8:30pm and 9:00pm – 11:00pm. \n\n\n\nSvetlana’s Night at the Movies is a program based on her chart-topping record (#1 on Billboard US Traditional Jazz Charts) – the concert takes listeners on a dynamic musical journey consisting of innovative jazz arrangements of movie sound-tracks ranging from the American Movie classics\, French New Wave and Soviet Cinema\, to modern day Academy Award-winners\, and Animated films – presented by Svetlana’s award-winning New York Collective. Film and music both express a fleeting beauty. Night at the Movies reflects these moments of joy and passion\, sharp humor and reflection\, and most of all\, fantasy. The concert will transport the audience to the carnival of sound\, seamlessly moving from sophisticated retrospection to a rowdy “exuberant\, foot-stomping music combining swing and pop-singer/songwriter sensibilities (WPIX11TV) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nABOUT SVETLANA. Svetlana is an “erudite\, purist torchy jazz chanteuse” (Lucid Culture)\, that leads her “subtle\, compelling\, eclectic jazz combos” (NY Music Daily) playing music that is firmly based in the jazz tradition but is also for “here and now” (New York Music Daily)\, “sophisti-pop… exuberant\, foot-stompin’ music that combines swing with pop-singer/songwriter sensibilities”. (WPIX11 News). Russian by birth — American by music: NYC-based\, critically acclaimed vocalist Svetlana and her “New York City darlings” (Time Out NY) New York Collective is conquering the world with a sound that blends swing\, straight-ahead jazz\, strong vocal delivery\, and exciting unpredictable improvisational aspects of her virtuoso band. She is on a mission to uplift\, connect\, and spread the joy of music. Svetlana and her band have headlined sold out shows in the premier venues and festivals across the US and internationally gaining critical acclaim from audiences and press alike by presenting exhilarating shows that combine Svetlana’s exciting vocals\, with the the power\, and unpredictable improvisational aspects of her various ensembles – taking the audience on a carnival of sounds\, seamlessly moving from sophisticated\, sultry retrospection to a rowdy\, joyous party and include repertoire that span a of American popular music (from jazz\, to rock\, movie sound-tracks and more) and her originals. Svetlana’s last record\, Night at the Movies\, debuted #1 on the US Billboard Traditional Jazz Album Charts.  \n\n\n\n\n\n****  SOLD OUT!!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!! ****
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-3rd-a-night-at-the-movies-starring-svetlana/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210927T190134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T191932Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 2nd:  Robin Latimore
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW AVAILABLE– 9:30pm. Robin started singing as a little girl for devotion at her mother’s revival services and in church. “When your mom is the minister\, you don’t have a choice”. It was her parents who sparked her musical interest. Her dad had a passion for traditional and contemporary jazz as well as big band swing\, and her mom pushed gospel and inspirational music.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-2nd-robin-latimore/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210831T013939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T113341Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 30th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Pianist Randy Hoexter
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by Pianist Randy Hoexter. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-16th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-pianist-randy-hoexter/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210912T154855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210912T154903Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 25th:  Brazillian Jazz Featuring Sofia Kriger
DESCRIPTION:A night featuring the classics of Brazilian Jazz incorporating bossa nova\, MPB\, samba\, and more….Featuring guest artist Brazilian Singer Sofia Kriger from New York and Atlanta’s Singer/Guitarist Sander Pinheiro. Come melt away with us and join us for a night remember.   \n\n\n\nBand:  Sofia Kriger- vocals \n\n\n\nSander Pinheiro – vocals and guitar  \n\n\n\nRamon Pooser- bass \n\n\n\nShawn Cox –  drums
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-25th-brazillian-jazz-featuring-sofia-kriger/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210912T151749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210912T152127Z
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SUMMARY:Friday\, September 24th:  CLOSED for a Private Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-24th-closed-for-a-private-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210830T193015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T174221Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 23rd:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist Bill Hart
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by guitarist Bill Hart. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-9th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-guitarist-bill-hart/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T223000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210902T021121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T023401Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 19th:  Sweet Soul Sister
DESCRIPTION:Sweet Soul Sister is a five-piece\, Atlanta-based pop/funk/rock band fronted by songwriter/actress Dominique Brittain. Their show features innovative arrangements of hits by Stevie Wonder\, Hall & Oates\, John Mayer\, Joss Stone & Billy Squier. They will also perform original songs including their new single “Crayons” (available on all music services). Sweet Soul Sister’s high-concept videos are known for emphasizing the band’s ability to be both powerful and sensual within the same measure of music. \n\n\n\n*The band will be adding saxophonist Ryan Whitehead exclusively for this performance.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-september-19th-sweet-soul-sister/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210830T184812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T193837Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 18th:  An Encore Performance ---Joyce Licorish!!
DESCRIPTION:The winner of the 2021 Cobb Idol competition is Joyce Licorish\, and she’s here at The Velvet Note! This powerhouse singer brings jazz\, soul and R&B together for one magical evening.  Ms. Licorish is an internationally known singer\, actress\, plus model\, voiceover talent\, Amazon Bestselling Author of The Forgotten Timepiece\, filmmaker and director.  
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-11th-joyce-licorish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210830T200342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T002613Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 12th:  Legends of Jazz Presents a Celebration of John Coltrane   *** SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:The Velvet Note presents another segment of its ninth series of Legends of Jazz\, featuring the music of John Coltrane. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series\, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging\, narrative form– through the life and music of this great American saxophone.   It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time\, and…\, oh… they’ll also play their behinds off!​  \n\n\n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-september-12th-legends-of-jazz-presents-a-celebration-of-john-coltrane/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210812T152637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T013400Z
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SUMMARY:Friday\, September 10th:  La Lucha\, with Special Guest Ona Kirei
DESCRIPTION:La Lucha is a Tampa Bay based trio that consists of three best friends from three different parts of the world: Colombia (Alejandro Arenas)\, Mexico (John O’Leary)\, & United States (Mark Feinman). Their music ventures boldly into a wide variety of musical styles\, offering an appealing and fun mix of genres under the jazz umbrella. The combination of their musical versatility and varied musical influences makes for compelling virtuosic performances. Through an engaging stage presence and high level of interaction\, La Lucha brings the audience into their world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa Lucha was awarded Creative Loafing’s “Best of the Bay Jazz Ensemble” in 2013\, 2014 & 2015; the “Think Small to Think Big Grant\,” by Creative Pinellas; featured presenters at TEDxTampa Bay (2014)\, TEDxUSF (2015) & TEDxDouglasville (2017); and were honored by a grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation\, to present a multi- media project raising awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. \n\n\n\nThe trio has extensive national and international performance experience\, including a tour of Italy and France with performances at the “Umbria Jazz Festival” and “Jazz a Juan” in Juan Les Pins. Some highlighted festival performances include; the Clearwater Jazz Holiday\, St. Petersburg Jazz Festival\, Sarasota Jazz Festival\, New Smyrna Beach Jazz Fest\, Thin Man Watts Jazz Fest\, Chestertown Jazz Festival (Maryland) along with various performances in concert halls throughout the south and mid-atlantic United States. Their debut album\, A Cup of Fuzzy Water was released in 2009 and their second self-titled album was released in June 2012. Their third album\, Standards\, Not-Standards\, featuring vocalist Jun\, was released in January 2015 on Blue Line Music\, and Pa’ Lante\, which features all original music\, was released in September 2108 on Fuzzy Water Music. \n\n\n\nJoining La Lucha is Barcelona born vocalist and composer Ona Kirei. Ona has performed across Europe in countries such as Spain\, France\, and the UK. She moved to the United States four years ago and is quickly becoming one of the premier performers with her ownprojects\, including “Iberia” and a bass & vocal duo\, “Orilla.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-september-10th-la-lucha/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210905T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20210822T173023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210905T132434Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 5th:  Earth Wind and Fire Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND\, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2021 for their tribute to the beloved EW&F. This is not just a concert or a show–it’s a PARTY!  Here’s your chance to get your jazz-funk-disco-soul groove on\, accompanied by some of the hottest musicians around.  Bandleader Ray Howard pulls out all of the stops in this weekend-long- tribute to EARTH\, WIND & FIRE–one of the most critically acclaimed bands of the twentieth century. \n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!! .
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-5th-earth-wind-and-fire-tribute/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T031515
CREATED:20200825T183958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T144130Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 4th:  Earth Wind and Fire Tribute   *** SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND\, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2021 for their tribute to the beloved EW&F. This is not just a concert or a show–it’s a PARTY!  Here’s your chance to get your jazz-funk-disco-soul groove on\, accompanied by some of the hottest musicians around.  Bandleader Ray Howard pulls out all of the stops in this weekend-long- tribute to EARTH\, WIND & FIRE–one of the most critically acclaimed bands of the twentieth century.   \n\n\n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-5th-earth-wind-and-fire-tribute/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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