Friday, July 8th: Tony Hightower's Legacy
2022-07-08 19:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM.

Atlanta based Soul to Blues to Jazz singer, Tony says that growing up with his mother, who raised him as a single mom, meant he went to all her shows and was exposed to many of the finest musicians in town. He says, “whatever you are around is going to be an influence.” A lot of what Tony was around growing up was jazz.

He got his first professional gig at 14 as a drummer and had a record contract as part of the neosoul group 4.0 right out of high school. He toured with the group for the next five years. He said he fantasized that “one day I’m going to make a record like Nat King Cole and perform in a tux holding a brandy snifter.”

Tony’s dream is coming true.

Tony releases his long-awaited sophomore recording, “Legacy” in high fashion–two consecutive nights at The Velvet Note!

Saturday, July 9th: Tony Hightower's Legacy
2022-07-09 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Sunday, July 10th: Mahmoud Chouki
2022-07-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Mahmoud “Mood” Chouki (Morocco, 1984) is a master guitarist, multi-instrumentalist and composer currently living and working in New Orleans. Mood’s art draws together music from several different international contexts to explore how music may speak across cultural divides. His own compositions incorporate musical influences from across the globe, ranging from European classical, Andalusian from Southern Spain, Levantine music from the Middle East, Maghrebian music from North Africa, Latin American music, and Jazz from the United States. Integrating sounds and rhythms from many different cultures, Chouki combines classical guitar with instruments such as the loutar, a traditional instrument of the Middle Atlas region of Morocco; the sintir, a Sub-Saharan instrument from the Sahel region (Mali); the oud, an oriental lute; the Algerian mandole, a steel-string fretted instrument resembling an elongated mandolin; the Bağlama saz, a Turkish long necked bowl-lute; the banjo, and a variety of percussion instruments.

From the age of eight, Chouki trained at the Conservatory of Larache in northern Morocco and continued on at the National Conservatory in Rabat, with a focus in music theory and classical guitar. At the age of eighteen, he won first prize in the International Guitar Competition in St. Esteban del Puerto, Spain. Soon after graduating, Chouki embarked on a journey throughout Morocco with a keen interest in traditional instruments of the Maghreb and Africa.

Thursday, July 14th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer/Actor Eric Moore
2022-07-14 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the stage all on your own. And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week, just for you!

Friday, July 15th: The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band **** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *****
2022-07-15 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
ONE SHOW ONLY! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart features his unique take on world music and genre-bending selections. Only one performance, so get your seats soon!

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Saturday, July 16th: The Incomparable Rita Graham
2022-07-16 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Rita Graham’s career as a jazz vocalist was jump-started when Ray Charles produced an album of lush standards for her in 1969. The album, ‘Rita Graham Vibrations’ is the only album project that Ray Charles personally produced for a single female artist on his own Tangerine Record Label.

After a stint as a Ray Charles Raelette, Rita recorded several single recordings with TV Composer, Mike Post (Law and Order, Hill Street Blues, A-Team, etc). She was featured vocalist with The Harry James Orchestra for 3 years, and with Mercer Ellington and the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Tour ‘82. She was a featured artist with Oscar Peterson, Ray Charles, and comedian Redd Foxx, and others. She has performed in Festivals, Night Clubs, Casinos and Concert Venues in Las Vegas, Canada, The UK, Australia, Japan, Taiwan, Manila, Bangkok, and Russia. She originated the role of Coretta Scott King in the Civil Rights Theater Musical, ‘Selma’, produced by Redd Foxx Productions in Los Angeles, and off Broadway’s New Federal Theatre, produced by Woodie King, Jr.

Thursday, July 21st: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer/Actor Eric Moore
2022-07-21 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, July 22nd: Trumpeter Thad Wilson
2022-07-22 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Thad was born in Fort Dix, New Jersey. However, his musical life started as a child living in Montgomery, Alabama. At fifteen, he moved back to New Jersey where he was quickly recognized for his talent and awarded the All-American High School Music Award and a place in New Jersey’s All-State Jazz Ensemble. Shortly after, he began studying privately with Jimmy Owens, former member of Dizzy Gillespie’s Big Band. It was Jimmy who gave Thad a glimpse into the life of a true professional musician. In his early days, he performed at the Village Gate, Blue Note, Visiones, Knitting Factory and many other new york city venues.

While in New York, Thad was a member of Charlie Persip’s Super Band and had a brief stint with Illinois Jacquet. Over his career, Thad has performed alongside James Moody, Benny Golson, Steve Turre, Cecil Bridgewater, Andrew White, Buck Hill, Keter Betts, Johnny O’neal, Russell Malone, Roy Hargrove, Wynton Marsalis and many others. He also lived briefly in Atlanta and made his way on the early hip hop scene performing with Bone Crusher, Khalfani, and many others. Currently, Thad tours with the legendary group, The Blackbyrds. He also composes and performs his live film scores all over the world.

Saturday, July 23rd: The Addison Frei Trio
2022-07-23 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. From early experiences playing community theater and big band dance halls in Lawrence, KS to summiting musical heights in New York and abroad, pianist Addison Frei (“Fry”) has brought joy to countless audiences through a warm musical spirit and melodic sensibility.

His latest album Time and Again (Next Paradigm Music) aims in the tradition of classic trio records, enhanced by the company of Ben Wolfe on bass and Terreon Gully on drums. Frei’s 2021 release Oread draws inspiration from Kansas roots, manifesting in a deeply personal collection of thirteen original songs recorded remotely during the isolation of the pandemic. His previous album No Defense (TCB Records) was celebrated with solo performances at the Monterey Jazz Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, Alhambra (Geneva), and Lucerne Piano Festival. He has won first prize in several competitions including the 2017 Parmigiani Montreux Jazz Piano Solo Competition, the 2016 UNISA International Jazz Piano Competition in Pretoria, South Africa, and the 2015 American Jazz Pianist Competition. Frei’s lyrical pianism has made him a favorite accompanist for many vocalists including Leslie Odom Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, Janis Siegel and the late Carol Fredette.

A proud Yamaha Artist, Frei’s previous records include Future Speak (2017), Transit (2016) and Intentions (2014). He also co-leads AMP Trio, contributing compositions to each of their five studio albums. Alongside Tahira Clayton, AMP Trio was selected as winner of the 2017 DC Jazz Prix. Frei completed his Artist Diploma at the Juilliard School, serving as musical director for this flagship ensemble’s stint at Jazz at Lincoln Center Shanghai. Recent sideperson highlights include Mark Lewandowksi’s Under One Sky (feat. Kush Abadey), Lluc Casares’ Sketches Overseas (feat. Joel Ross and Philip Dizack), Tom DiCarlo’s Equanimity Project (feat. Alina Engibaryan and Jonathan Barber) and Alexander Claffy’s Tassia (feat. Kurt Rosenwinkel).

Sunday, July 24th: Legends of Jazz Presents the Music of Pat Metheny *** 4 SEATS LEFT! 4 SEATS LEFT ! ***
2022-07-24 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Legends of Jazz Series begins with a celebration of the music of guitarist/composer Pat Metheny.

Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary artist, as well as the impact that he had on the legacy of jazz. It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time.

Oh, and they’ll also play their behinds off!

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Thursday, July 28th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer/Actor Eric Moore
2022-07-28 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, July 29th: Songstress Toni Byrd
2022-07-29 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Toni Byrd, dubbed as “The Velvet SongByrd,” is a world class recording artist, songwriter, award winner of the 2014 Black Women In Jazz, semi-finalist in the 2014 Indaba Music Sarah VaughnInternational Jazz Vocal Competition; and she is an unforgettable and versatile song stylist.

In addition to all of her credits, add actress to her impressive list. Currently based in Atlanta, this beautiful native Memphian was cast in a primary role playing the character “Ida Belle” in the movie, “Lawless,” an American crime drama film directed by John Hillcoat with screenplay by Nick Cave and starring Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy, Guy Pierce, Jessica Chastain, Mia Wasikowksa, Jason Clarke and Gary Oldman. She recorded background vocals for the TV series pilot, “Still The King”, starring Billy Ray Cyrus and in December of 2016, under the historical Obama Administration, performed at the White House Tour in Washington, DC. She is the first female vocalist to perform at the legendary Pinewood Atlanta Studios (known for James Bond, Marvel and Pirates of the Caribbean movies)

Byrd began her professional career in music in 1996 in Memphis, Tennessee. Her father, Lionel Byrd, who was a member of a 60’s musical group, The 4 Kings in Memphis Tennessee, did not restrict her to one genre of music. She listened to gospel, jazz, R&B, pop, American Funk and Country Music. Byrd recalls hearing opera singer, Leontyne Price, in a commercial for the United Negro College Fund. “While growing up I never knew there were African American opera singers and found myself imitating the richness and clarity of this beautiful woman’s voice.” Her other influences include singers, Nat King Cole, Aretha Franklin, Nancy Wilson, Roberta Flack, Ella Fitzgerald, Karen Carpenter, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, Barbra Streisand, Dionne Warwick, Natalie Cole, Gladys Knight, Anita Baker, Maysa, Yolanda Adams, Andre Crouch and The Hawkins Family, to mention a few.

In July of 2017, Toni wrote, and released, her first solo of original songs on her Inspirational Jazz EP, Forever You’re My God; that was nominated, that same year, by The Rhythm of Gospel Awardsin 4 categories: EP/Digital Album of the Year, Praise/Worship Song of the Year, Best Performance by Female Artist and Inspirational Song of the Year. Byrd is the featured vocalist on a recording that gave tribute to Natalie Cole entitled Toni Sings Natalie…A Natalie Cole Tribute released in January 2019.

Note: this date was previously held by Ritah Wilburn, who has cancelled her show. For questions, call 855.5.VELVET. For seats to Toni’s performances, click below.

Saturday, July 30th: The Richie Summa Group
2022-07-30 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Richie Summa hails from Stamford, Connecticut, where he studied guitar with Sal Salvador, one of the jazz greats. Richie has performed with jazz luminaries such as Scotty Barnhart, Longineu Parsons, and Leon Anderson, Jr. As a leader, Summa has produced two CDs, “Alone Together,” (solo guitar & vocals), and “Tear It Down” (with his jazz quartet). On “Tear It Down,” Richie pays tribute to some of the jazz greats, covering tunes by Wes Montgomery and Pat Martino along with some of his original compositions. On “Alone Together,” Richie sings from the “Great American Songbook,” displaying the influence of Joe Pass on guitar and the vocal stylings of Chet Baker. Most recently, Richie was a featured artist at the 2022 Bainbridge Jazz and Blues Festival.

During his career, Summa has performed with every variety of musician and entertainer imaginable. He has played guitar with Julie Andrews, Englebert Humperdinck, Della Reese, Rita Moreno, Connie Francis, Bobby Vinton, and many more. He has performed with the Fifth Dimension and The Drifters.

Richie has performed on Broadway with the production of “La Cage aux Folles.” He has backed Anthony Quinn in “Zorba the Greek,” Joel Grey in “Cabaret,” and Donna McKechnie in “A Chorus Line.” Richie has backed comedians Bob Hope, Rich Little, Milton Berle and Henny Youngman.

In his “other job,” Summa is a criminal appeals attorney, representing indigent defendants in Florida and federal courts. Summa has argued numerous cases in the Florida Supreme Court and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta. In January of 2020, Mr. Summa argued a case before the Supreme Court of the United States.

Thursday, August 4th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Award-Winning Entertainer Joyce Licorish
2022-08-04 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Saturday, August 6th: The Sofia Goodman Group
2022-08-06 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Sofia is a drummer and composer residing in Nashville, TN. Before enrolling at Berklee College of music for her Bachelor’s, Sofia was fortunate to learn and perform with grammy award winning artist Esperanza Spalding in a Berklee summer program jazz ensemble. Esperanza’s encouragement inspired Sofia to perfect her craft. After graduating Berklee, Sofia moved to Nashville. In Nashville, Sofia’s resume grew and she worked as a freelance musician and teacher. Tony Rounce of Ace Records said this about her playing at the Poretta Soul Festival:”There isn’t enough time to do full justice to the qualities of every member of Heart & Soul, but it would be wrong not the spotlight the unit’s brilliant drummer Sofia Goodman, whose drive and precision across 5-6 hours behind her kit each night put her in a class with any of the world’s great soul drummers, from Al Jackson Jr., Howard Grimers and Roger Hawkins to Benny Benjamin, James Gadson and beyond.”

In 2017, she began leading her own group, The Sofia Goodman Group, a group that fuses various genres within jazz. They have performed at various festivals such as The Elkhart Jazz Fest (2x), The Alex City Jazz Fest, USM Jazz and Blues Fest, Fort Harrod Jazz Fest (3x), West Georgia Jazz Fest, and more. Currently she is accompanied by Troy Atkins on saxophones, Alex Murphy on piano, Serah Zhannell on percussion, Rheal Janelle on guitar and Leland Nelson on bass. Her debut album “Myriad of Flowers” was released in 2018 and was nominated by The Nashville Music Industry Awards for Best Jazz album of 2019. In 2020, Sofia was nominated by The Nashville Music Industry Awards for Best Jazz Instrumentalist. In 2021, she earned her Master’s Degree in Commercial Music Composition and Media Writing at Belmont University. Recently, she won the Pathways to Jazz Grant to fund her work on her sophomore album, Secrets of the Shore, which is planned to be released in the summer of 2022. She is a Zildjian artist and is on the Vic Firth Education Team, and is dedicated to passing down her craft to future generations.

Friday, August 12th: Soulful Singer Eric Moore
2022-08-12 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage , 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, 30005
Eric Moore is an Atlanta, Georgia native. His is an accomplished vocalist and actor. Eric began professionally singing in 1986 and has worked extensively as a vocalist, musical director, songwriter, and music producer. His style is versatile and can blend into traditional, contemporary, jazz, holy hip-hop and bluegrass. Eric began his professional acting career in 1995 by landing a role in Theatrical Outfit’s musical production of “Cotton Patch Gospel” directed by Tom Key. This production would be the first of many productions in Eric’s career.

Eric has appeared in a host of local and national theater productions. He has performed with a variety of ensembles and portrayed a wide range of roles in such productions as The Wilson Picket Project(The Wilson Picket Foundation) Jesus Christ Superstar (Alliance Theatre); Once on This Island (Aurora Theatre); Big River (Theatrical Outfit); Godspell (Theatrical Outfit); Man of La Mancha (Alabama Shakespeare Festival / Montgomery, AL); To Kill a Mockingbird (ASF / AL); Mahalia, a Gospel Musical (Theatrical Outfit); Lost Highways (Theatrical Outfit); Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Theatrical Outfit & Atlanta Lyric); Tambourines To Glory (True Colors Theatre /Atlanta & Washington, D.C.); Five Guys Named Moe and Hometown Holidays (Aurora Theatre); I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Horizon Theater); Cotton Patch Gospel (Theatrical Outfit, Alliance, Rialto Theater and Georgia Ensemble Theatre); A Christmas Carol (Alliance Theater & ASF / Montgomery, AL); Christmas Gathering (ART Station); Merry Wives of Windsor (Fourteen Street Playhouse); King of Glory (Green Pastures Christian Church); and I Can Do Bad, All By Myself (Tyler Perry Productions /Illinois & Tennessee).

Eric has appeared on local and national television, radio broadcasts, as well as commercials including, but not limited to Trinity Broadcast Network Praise the Lord, Candi Stanton Say Yes, Black Entertainment Television The Bobby Jones Show, FOX 5 Network Good Day Atlanta, Home Depot Industrial Film, Star Cable Network Commercial, O’Charley’s Restaurant Commercial, The Southern Company Commercial, Herren’s Restaurant Documentary and TV 57 Babbie’s House. Other musical credits include vocalist for the 2005 and 2006 Peachtree Road Race, 2004 Olympic Torch Relay Celebration, Abbey Awards, First Night Atlanta, 1996 Summer Olympics, and The High Museum of Art in Atlanta.

Eric has received a number of honors and awards and currently serves as the Worship Leader for Eagle’s Nest Church in Alpharetta.

Saturday, August 13th: LAVAHI *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-08-13 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Lavahi is the vocal winner of The Velvet Note’s Open Mic Competition, and we are excited to introduce her to you through her very first full-length performance on our stage!

LAVAHI is building a platform to nourish the heart and mind, empathize our human experiences, and vibe together. As a daughter of jazz, the culture heavily informs her ideology and influences her sound. Acrobatic scatting, compelling chords, and the art of improvisation evoke that classic traditional aesthetic and set her contemporary sound apart from the norm of mainstream neo-soul, hip hop, and R&B.

LAVAHI has been actively developing her artistry via performing, songwriting, and recording since 2010. In the process, she has worked with an eclectic range of artists and produced noteworthy collaborative projects. Her list of credits includes “Hold On,” the widely successful second single release from jazz vocalist Lori Williams’s 2018 studio album Out of the Box, and “Rest Assured,” a feature on Hospital Records’ drum and bass tribute compilation ‘Med School: Graduation.’ “Hold On” (featuring the legendary Tom Browne of “Funkin’ for Jamaica (N.Y.)”), topped the UK Soul charts for weeks since its release, while “Rest Assured” made waves on the UK Electronic charts.

LAVAHI also produces, plays flute and piccolo, and arranges. She has added her unique sound to national and international projects in genres varying from rap to film scores to alternative. LAVAHI loves the studio and feels most natural when recording independently; but her second home is the collaborative live performance of the stage. She has been featured at venues such as Blues Alley, Bethesda Blues and Jazz, Kat’s Cafe, Porter-Sanford III, St. James Live!, City Winery, and more, and she has even stepped into the world of acting via musicals and stage plays.

Whether through performance in music, in writing, or in academic spaces, LAVAHI allows her own vulnerability to cultivate the vibe and create a safe space, internally and externally, for those sharing the experience with her.

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Thursday, August 18th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Award-Winning Entertainer Joyce Licorish
2022-08-18 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday and Saturday, August 19th & 20th: The Greg Abate Quartet
2022-08-19 19:30 - 2022-08-20 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
FRIDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM

SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM

After graduating from the prestigious Berklee School of Music, jazz saxophonist, flutist, and composer Greg Abate played lead alto saxophone in the Ray Charles Orchestra for two years in the early ‘70s. In 1978, he formed the group Channel One, and later played tenor sax in the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra, directed by Dick Johnson.Following this experience Greg ventured out as post hard bop soloist playing Jazz Festivals, Jazz Societies and Jazz Clubs throughout the U.S. Canada and abroad, including most of Europe, UK, and Moscow and Georgia Russia, and has released more than 16 albums.Greg’s newest release Gratitude, with the Tim Ray Trio has received glowing reviews and a lot of international airplay.

Sunday, August 21st: Jennifer Wrobleski *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Ms. Wrobleski has lived up and down the east coast. She studied opera at the New England Conservatory of Music and musical theatre at the Boston Conservatory of Music.

After school, she began her singing career with The Walt Disney Company in Orlando, FL. As the character, Cinderella, she sang and danced in the Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Surprise Celebration show. She also played the role of Belle in MGM’s Beauty & The Beast show.

In early 2005, she formed a jazz quartet and performed throughout Florida and Georgia, including Downtown Disney’s Pleasure Island Jazz Company, the House of Blues Orlando, Nikki Beach Miami, Churchill Grounds Atlanta and Sambuca in Buckhead.

Later, having moved to NYC, Ms. Wrobleski performed regularly with Harold Mabern Jr, Joseph Farnsworth, Eric Alexander, John Webber, Sharp Radway and Anthony Wonsey. Oftentimes, she was a featured vocalist with the Harold Mabern Jr Trio at the Village Vanguard, Dizzy’s Coca-Cola Club and clubs around the world including Greece, Vienna, Russia and Italy.

In addition to the music, Ms. Wrobleski is an avid painter. Her portrait of jazz legend, Harold Mabern Jr is on display at Smalls Jazz Club NYC, a portrait of Teddy Wilson is hanging on the walls at Mezzrow Jazz Club in NYC, as well as a mural at the famed Harlem restaurant, Charlie’s Bar & Kitchen.

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Thursday, August 25th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Entertainer Joyce Licorish
2022-08-25 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, August 26th: Roman Street ***SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-08-26 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. These top fan favorites are back at The Velvet Note for an evening of great festivity and song!

Brothers Noah and Josh Thompson put their guitars together to form Roman Street. Since the college years, this brotherly jam session has developed into a Billboard/iTunes charting band who many have dubbed ‘the next generation’ of Jazz Fusion. Roman Street, named for an old roman street in the Alps where they studied guitar, is an internationally trained instrumental band specializing in improvisational fusion of Classical, Gypsy and Contemporary Jazz, Latin, and Nuevo Flamenco. A departure from the over-produced music that is out there today, they keep it simple—the beautifully organic sound of acoustic instruments played by talented people who love what they are doing. Whether performing as a guitar duo, or with a backing band, Roman Street astounds with music that appeals to fans of many genres.

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Sunday, August 28th: SPARKS! (Semi-Private Event)*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Sparks’s warm, classic rock rhythm and blues sound stems from the modern renaissance man, business coach, lawyer, podcaster, and musician, Jonathan Sparks. This spring, he continues to bring his Nirvana – Bowie – Soundgarden sound to prestigious venues near Atlanta. His new single “I’ve Got Your Number” was mixed by acclaimed engineer Peter Barker (Bruce Springsteen, Herbie Hancock, Fiona Apple) and will be available on all streaming platforms on 1/21/22.

Sparks has shared the stage with Tom Petty and the original Woodstock Santana band, among others.

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Thursday, September 1st: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Vance Kelly
2022-09-01 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, September 2nd and Saturday, September 3rd: Earth Wind and Fire Tribute *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-09-02 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September? By POPULAR DEMAND, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2022 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.

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Thursday, September 8th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Vance Kelly
2022-09-08 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, September 9th and Saturday, September 10th: The Longineu Parsons Quartet
2022-09-09 19:30 - 2022-09-10 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Friday and Saturday Showtimes: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band is a one-night course in music appreciation. Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat’s cornet), and has played with artists ranging from Philly Joe Jones and Nancy Wilson to Sun Ra. Nat Adderley, Jr., had his first professional songwriting cut at age 11 when (his uncle) Cannonball Adderley included “I’m On My Way” on his 1967 album Why Am I Treated So Bad! He went on to lead the band of R&B legend Luther Vandross for 25 years and was a writer, arranger, and pianist on some of Vandross’ biggest hits. Longineu Parsons, III (“LP3”), was a founding member of Yellowcard and has toured with Adam Lambert and New Years Day, and rising star Jose Serrano rounds out the lineup on bass.

Friday, September 16th: LAVAHI's Birthday Jam! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2022-09-16 19:30 - 23:59 | The Velvet Note Main
Our favorite singer this year is celebrating her 30th birthday, and YOU are invited to the jam! Musicians and fans far and wide will come together for this evening full of music and celebration of all that is LAVAHI. Get your tickets soon–this is a special event!

Don’t know about LAVAHI? Check her out HERE.

Thursday, September 22nd: Open Mic Jam Hosted by WCLK's RivaBlue
2022-09-22 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Friday, September 23rd: The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
2022-09-23 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
ONE SHOW ONLY! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music and genre-bending selections. Only one performance, so get your seats soon!
