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SUMMARY:Friday\,  August 6th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart performs each Friday night\, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections\, with NEW BAND MEMBER Madoca on keys. 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-august-6th-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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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 7th:  The Curtis Lundy Quartet with Vibraphonist Warren Wolf  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!  ***
DESCRIPTION:Once in a lifetime\, comes this kind of talent on one stage\, right in front of your eyes.  7:30 show is sold out.  Purchase 9:30 seats below.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-7th-the-curtis-lundy-quartet-with-vibraphonist-warren-wolf/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 8th:  The Curtis Lundy Quartet with Warren Wolf
DESCRIPTION:Once in a lifetime\, comes this kind of talent on one stage\, right in front of your eyes.  7pm show is SOLD OUT.  Purchase 9:00pm seats below.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-8th-the-curtis-lundy-quartet-with-warren-wolf/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 12th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Trumpeter Terence Harper
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-12th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-trumpeter-terence-harper/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T193000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 13th:  Jacques Lesure
DESCRIPTION:June 27\, 2018Jacques Lesure at the Lighthouse\, Hermosa Beach\, CA 90254\n\n\n\nJacques Lesure was born in Detroit and first began playing guitars at the age of 10 in his church. He was influenced by people like George Benson and Kenny Burrell. His professional career started in gospel music with The Clark Sisters\, Commissioned and other prominent Detroit gospel musicians\, while studying jazz at the same time. In 1980 he became fully involved in jazz. Lesure is also an author\, motivational speaker and radio/podcast host. He has performed with several jazz artists\, such as Jimmy Smith and Stanley Turrentine as well as Wynton Marsalis\, Eric Reed\, Warren Wolf and Gregory Porter.  His performances can be heard in La La Land\, the Academy Award winning movie.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-13th-jacques-lesure/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 14th:  A Tribute to Aretha Franklin by Sugarlips Shields  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:“Sugarlips”\, as L’Tanya is called by friends\, family & those who have had the good fortune to hear her melodious voice. A native New Yorker whose singing credentials span from choir concerts\, private parties to national competitions to international tours\, Sugarlips has been humming hymns and singing songs since childhood. Her vivacious personality comes across in her music. Whatever song she sings\, she makes it her own.  Her musical foundation lies in the church where she is a member of the choir and can often be found belting out a solo. \n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-14th-a-tribute-to-aretha-franklin-by-sugarlips-shields/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 15th:  The Life and Music of Lee Morgan   ***   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!! **
DESCRIPTION:The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz\, featuring the music of Lee Morgan. 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 jazz trumpeter including his tragic demise. 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*** SOLD OUT!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-15th-the-life-and-music-of-lee-morgan/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 19th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Percussionist Ahsa Ahla
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by percussionist Ahsa Ahla. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-19th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-percussionist-ahsa-ahla/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 20th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart performs each Friday night\, 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-august-20th-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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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 21st:  The 4 Korners
DESCRIPTION:An original live instrumental music band\, The 4 Korners play jazz fusion\, though they prefer to call their sounds “Journey Music.” The ensemble is composed of Clarence “T-lee” Hill on keys\, James “JT” Thompson on bass\, Isaac “Ike” Thompson on guitar\, and Jerrod “J-rod” Sullivan on drums. They are connected in a variety of ways\, and their bonds are strengthened by their shared passion for playing music that creates experiences. JT and Ike are brothers\, and along with J-rod\, they are from Cartersville\, a town in Bartow County\, Georgia. Clarence is from Acworth\, another town in Bartow County\, and JT\, Ike\, and Clarence have been friends for more than twenty years\, first meeting at a musical held at New Beginning Church in Emerson in 2000. J-rod came on board in 2013 as the band’s new drummer\, two years after their 2011 formation. Having toured with major artists\, The 4 Korners dropped their first album\, an eponymous indie record\, in 2014\, and in 2015 they signed with Ropeadope Records. Their first and to date only album with Ropeadope Records\, Portal of Gold\, was released in October 2016. In July 2017\, they released a single\, “Phraseology\,” on their own. The 4 Korners are known for playing with an inimitably high level of energy. When you are listening to The 4 Korners\, you are being transported to someplace else\, someplace that only you can see\, someplace that you share with the world at large. Find your journey and enjoy the ride! \n\n\n\nFirst show is SOLD OUT!  Purchase 9:30 seats below:
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-21st-the-4-korners/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T193000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 22nd:  The Bob Bakert Band
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy Sunday dinner and drinks with us as one of our fan favorites Bob Bakert brings  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ntogether an evening of rock\, soul\, jazz\, blues and other high energy versions of your favorite classics. 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-22nd-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:20210826T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 26th:   Open Mic Jam Hosted By Terence Harper
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-26th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-terence-harper/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210827T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 27th:   The Nicholas Payton and John Roberts Experience
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY-Award-winning Nicholas Payton is widely considered one of the greatest artists of our time. Hailed as a virtuoso before he was even out of high school\, his maturation and talent has earned him praise and accolades\, as well as insured his place in musical history.When he was barely in his 20s\, Nicholas Payton made his major-label recording debut as a leader with From This Moment (Verve). Since then\, Payton has consistently committed himself to developing his distinct voice. \n\n\n\nHe appears in the final episode of HBO’s Treme as an actor and musician performing his composition\, “The Backward Step.”Nicholas is a Distinguished Artist and Visiting Lecturer at Tulane University. He has taught master classes\, clinics and workshops at over 40 institutions\, including Berklee College of Music\, The Connecticut Forum (with Beverly Sills\, Bobby Weir and Trey Anastasio)\, Cornell University\, Institute of Superior Arts (Havana\, Cuba)\, Loyola University\, Northwestern University\, Oberlin College & Conservatory\, Skidmore College\, Stanford University\, Thelonious Monk Institute\, et. al. \n\n\n\nA highly sought-after drummer\, John “Lil’ John” Roberts thrives in the industry as the ultimate heartbeat. \n\n\n\nJohn\, native of Philadelphia\, quickly became noted as a child prodigy playing alongside Christian McBride and Joey Defranceso at the age 16. The trio was part of the Duke Ellington Orchestra\, a project created and directed by Wynton Marsalis\, comprised of the country’s 22 best young jazz musicians. In 2020 the trio had a Reunion Residency including Kirk Rosenwinkel at the Blue Note. \n\n\n\nUnder full scholarship at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts in 1991\, Lil’ John studied for 2 years and started his touring career with Hip Hop Artists DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith).  From there\, he moved to Atlanta\, Georgia\, where he started recording and touring with Dionne Farris\, Xscape\, Monica\, The Goodie MOB\, and Joi. At the request to fill in for Jonathan Moffet\, John began touring with Janet Jackson at the age of 23 and continued to tour with her for two decades. \n\n\n\nHis television credits include: houseband drummer for the Monique Show\, Queen Latifah Show\, Ray Charles Tribute (Live at the Staples Center)\, Tribute to Quincy Jones\, American Idol\, American Music Awards\, Black Music Honors Show\, MTV Music Awards\, Billboard Awards\, Image Awards\, Trumpet Awards\, VH1 Fashion Awards\, BET Soultrain Awards\, Jay Leno\, David Letterman\, Chris Rock Show\, Oprah\, Ellen Degeneres\, Good Morning America\, Good Day Atlanta\, Jimmy Kimmel\, Arsenio Hall\, The View\, Saturday Night Live\, Pre Grammy Show\, several seasons of BET’s Sundays Best\, Apollo Live\, BET Comicview\, Stevie Wonder’s “A House Full of Toys” Tribute and more. \n\n\n\nThese two musical greats will be accompanied by The Senators\, including Phil Davis and Tres Gilbert.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-27th-the-nicholas-payton-and-john-roberts-experience/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 28th:  The Nicholas Payton and John Roberts Experience  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY-Award-winning Nicholas Payton is widely considered one of the greatest artists of our time. Hailed as a virtuoso before he was even out of high school\, his maturation and talent has earned him praise and accolades\, as well as insured his place in musical history.When he was barely in his 20s\, Nicholas Payton made his major-label recording debut as a leader with From This Moment (Verve). Since then\, Payton has consistently committed himself to developing his distinct voice. \n\n\n\nHe appears in the final episode of HBO’s Treme as an actor and musician performing his composition\, “The Backward Step.”Nicholas is a Distinguished Artist and Visiting Lecturer at Tulane University. He has taught master classes\, clinics and workshops at over 40 institutions\, including Berklee College of Music\, The Connecticut Forum (with Beverly Sills\, Bobby Weir and Trey Anastasio)\, Cornell University\, Institute of Superior Arts (Havana\, Cuba)\, Loyola University\, Northwestern University\, Oberlin College & Conservatory\, Skidmore College\, Stanford University\, Thelonious Monk Institute\, et. al. \n\n\n\nA highly sought-after drummer\, John “Lil’ John” Roberts thrives in the industry as the ultimate heartbeat. \n\n\n\nJohn\, native of Philadelphia\, quickly became noted as a child prodigy playing alongside Christian McBride and Joey Defranceso at the age 16. The trio was part of the Duke Ellington Orchestra\, a project created and directed by Wynton Marsalis\, comprised of the country’s 22 best young jazz musicians. In 2020 the trio had a Reunion Residency including Kirk Rosenwinkel at the Blue Note. \n\n\n\nUnder full scholarship at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts in 1991\, Lil’ John studied for 2 years and started his touring career with Hip Hop Artists DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith).  From there\, he moved to Atlanta\, Georgia\, where he started recording and touring with Dionne Farris\, Xscape\, Monica\, The Goodie MOB\, and Joi. At the request to fill in for Jonathan Moffet\, John began touring with Janet Jackson at the age of 23 and continued to tour with her for two decades. \n\n\n\nHis television credits include: houseband drummer for the Monique Show\, Queen Latifah Show\, Ray Charles Tribute (Live at the Staples Center)\, Tribute to Quincy Jones\, American Idol\, American Music Awards\, Black Music Honors Show\, MTV Music Awards\, Billboard Awards\, Image Awards\, Trumpet Awards\, VH1 Fashion Awards\, BET Soultrain Awards\, Jay Leno\, David Letterman\, Chris Rock Show\, Oprah\, Ellen Degeneres\, Good Morning America\, Good Day Atlanta\, Jimmy Kimmel\, Arsenio Hall\, The View\, Saturday Night Live\, Pre Grammy Show\, several seasons of BET’s Sundays Best\, Apollo Live\, BET Comicview\, Stevie Wonder’s “A House Full of Toys” Tribute and more. \n\n\n\nThese two musical greats will be accompanied by The Senators\, including Phil Davis and Tres Gilbert \n\n\n\n\n\n***  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-28th-the-nicholas-payton-and-john-roberts-experience/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 2nd:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Trumpeter Terence Harper with Special Guest
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band\, led by Trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-2nd-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:20210904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T230000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210905T230000
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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:20210910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
CREATED:20210812T152637Z
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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:20210912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
CREATED:20210830T200342Z
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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:20210918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20210919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T223000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20210923T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20210924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210924T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20210925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20210930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20211002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20211003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211003T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20211008T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
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:20211009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
CREATED:20210324T034508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211009T190615Z
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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:20211010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T100849
CREATED:20210927T211053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T211055Z
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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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