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SUMMARY:Sunday\, November 12th:  Jody Mayfield Performs and Teaches Trap Jazz    *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   ***
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIME:  7:00pm.  In “trap jazz\,” the term “trap” is borrowed from the trap music genre and is used to describe the incorporation of trap-style beats\, rhythms\, and production techniques into jazz music. Trap music originated in the early 2000s and is characterized by its use of heavy 808 drum patterns\, hi-hats\, aggressive beats\, and often dark and atmospheric soundscapes. This fusion of genres results in a unique blend of traditional jazz elements and contemporary hip-hop influences. \n\n\n\nJody Mayfield is a highly-regarded jazz virtuoso hailing from Atlanta\, GA. He honed his musical skills at Morris Brown College\, where he received a B.A. in Music Performance and a Master’s degree in Music Technology from Southern Utah University. Jody’s exceptional educational background complements his immense musical talent.  Throughout his career\, Jody has had the privilege of performing alongside legendary jazz musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie\, James Lloyd\, Frank Foster\, and Grover Washington Jr. He has also opened for iconic artists\, including Sarah Vaughn\, Dexter Gordon\, and Lionel Hampton\, and collaborated with hip-hop legends like Jermaine Dupri and Organized Noize. \n\n\n\nProfessor Mayfield’s program is a three-part concert residency\, performed with a full band on the following dates:  November 12\, December 10 and January 21.  
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-november-12th-jody-mayfield-teaches-trap-jazz/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, November 11th:  The Ray Howard Band Celebrates Luther Vandross   *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30PM AND 9:30PM.  Designated the “heartbeat” of R&B during the 1980s and 1990s\, Luther Vandross led a productive singing and songwriting life before to this preeminence. The soul balladeer’s strong commitment to the art of music continued on its Grammy-winning course\, even after he became unable to continue public appearances. \n\n\n\nFor the first time ever\, we are proud to present our #1 rated\, Ray Howard Band celebrating this cherished entertainer’s music.  \n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ****
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-november-11th-the-ray-howard-band-celebrates-luther-vandross/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, November 10th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!! ***
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIME: 7:30PM. Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart takes his world music mix of jazz fused with other musical elements to brave new heights! THIS is the music you’ll want to listen to\, even if you don’t think you like jazz. Inspired by the likes of icons of Jazz and Fusion music\, such as Miles Davis and Jimi Hendrix\, Bill Hart and the Bill Hart Band are a stirring force in the riveting and dynamic realm of Jazz\, Funk\, and Fusion music. An internationally recognized and diverse act\, the talented group of individuals part of the Bill Hart Band are driven to captivate and enliven audiences with their rich and unique musical compositions\, melding together genres with ease. The group is also looking forward to continuing their musical voyage around the world\, enthralling listeners with their individual musical styles and tastes.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-november-10th-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:Thursday\, November 9th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:JAM TIMES: 8PM – 11P\,. Tamara’s back from vacation and she’s looking for next year’s talent! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-november-9th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, November 3rd & Saturday\, November 4th:  Jazz Guitar Master Russell Malone and His Quartet  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:“Obviously\, we are in the capable hands of a master. Absolutely fluid touch and beautiful integration between moving lines and harmonic cadences. The sound of the instrument is well-balanced throughout the entire register. The relaxed quality of everything that’s being played gives it such a warm feeling. To play that stuff is extremely hard. This is an absolute master\, the best of the best.”—Kurt Rosenwinkel\, responding to Russell Malone’s solo performance of “Remind Me” on Playground [MaxJazz\, 2004]\, in a DownBeat Blindfold Test. \n\n\n\n– – – – – – – – – – – – \n\n\n\nRussell Malone is one of the signature guitar players of his generation. The several recordings since 1992\, Malone is as well-known on the international circuit for helming a world-class quartet and trio as he is for his long-standing participation in Ron Carter’s Golden Striker Trio\, and his recent consequential contribution to the musical production of the likes of Sonny Rollins and Dianne Reeves\, who recruited Malone for his singular tone\, refined listening skills\, limitless chops\, and efflorescent imagination. \n\n\n\nIn all these circumstances\, Malone addresses the tradition on its own terms\, refracting the vocabularies and syntax of such heroes as Charlie Christian\, Chet Atkins\, George Van Eps\, Johnny Smith\, Wes Montgomery\, Grant Green\, Kenny Burrell\, Pat Martino\, and George Benson into an argot entirely his own. A master of all tempos\, a relentless swinger\, he spins his stories —in idioms ranging from the urban and downhome blues\, country\, gospel\, various corners of the American Songbook\, and hardcore jazz—with a soulful\, instantly recognizable instrumental voice\, and seasons them with sophisticated harmonies that are never “too hip for the room.”
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-november-2nd-saturday-november-3rd-the-legendary-russell-malone/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, November 2nd:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:JAM TIMES: 8PM – 11P\,. Tamara’s back from vacation and she’s looking for next year’s talent! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-november-2nd-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller-2/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, November 2nd:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:JAM TIMES:  8PM – 11P\,.  Tamara’s back from vacation and she’s looking for next year’s talent!  Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-november-2nd-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T193000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 28th:  Boundless!
DESCRIPTION:TWO SHOWS– 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Atlanta’s hottest new girl group has arrived at The Velvet Note! Boundless is lead by Cheryl Harper –one of the most in-demand drummers in the business\, along with international artist Madoca from Japan and Gibson guitarist-of-the-year winner Vanessa Mirando!  \n\n\n\nThis band can also be seen on the road backing the world’s top violinist Karen Briggs !! You don’t want to miss this all star group
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-28th-boundless/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T193000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 27th:  Carrie Bell Sings Gershwin
DESCRIPTION:Carrie has spent her life committed to the art of storytelling through music. \n\n\n\nHer career started as an artist\, performing as a triple threat – with a musical theater career earning her equity status doing professional shows across the country. She has also doubled down on a commitment to music and arts education\, running her own dance troupe and ultimately /helping hundreds of students learn to find their voice through vocal technique and coaching…which she still does today. \n\n\n\n A classically trained vocalist and pianist\, Carrie is also a talented songwriter who has always wanted to tell stories for music that remind us that life really is a stage and that music has the power to connect us by illuminating our shared journey through “this thing called life.” \n\n\n\nBut her first love\, the music that inspired her as a child and to this day is a staple in her performance roster is the music of George and Ira Gershwin! \n\n\n\nShe has previously taken the stage at The Velvet Note with the Justin Varnes Quartet for the Jazz Legend’s Series celebrating George Gershwin\, and is back by popular demand with her own selection of favorites and arrangements. \n\n\n\nLet Carrie take you on a journey through song through the eyes of a legendary catalogue of music.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-27th-musical-artist-carrie-bell/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 26th:  Open Mic Jam and Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! This will be a special show lots of treats (and a few tricks). And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-26th-open-mic-jam-and-halloween-party/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 22nd:  Turnbull Wood & Ford
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW ONLY:  7:30pm.  Turnbull Wood & Ford is a jazz and blues ensemble based in Atlanta\, Georgia\, and comprised of a classically-trained jazz guitarist/vocalist\, a fret-less electric bassist/vocalist and a drummer percussionist.  They met on a southwest road trip and have since played casinos\, cruises\, festivals\, City Winery and more.  Join us for an evening of great fun and music!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-22nd-turnbull-wood-ford/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 21st:  Jazz Fusion Guitarist Chris Blackwell
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30PM & 9:30PM.  Chris Blackwell is an Atlanta-based guitarist\, song writer\, producer and studio musician.  Born into a family of musicians\, Chris began playing guitar at the age of 5 on his grandfather’s Gibson J-50 acoustic and has been playing professionally since he was 15.   \n\n\n\nHaving grown up surrounded by a wide variety of musical influences\, Chris has gone on to work in a multitude of genres such as rock\, country\, R&B\, jazz\, blues\, gospel and others.  Throughout his career\, Chris has played on stage or in studio with many notable artists including Jennifer Holliday\, Jimmy Buffett\, T Graham Brown\, Bo Bice\, James Otto\, Mac McAnally\, Tommy Talton\, Deborah Cox\, John Berry\, Lee Williams\, Inoj\, Chinua Hawk\, Rocktronix\, The Gregg Allman Laid Back Legacy Band\, and ABBA Mania. \n\n\n\nChris actively tours with various artists\, including the widely popular ABBA Mania – The Original from London’s West End\, and performs regularly in the Atlanta area with the Mike Veal Band.  His guitar work is featured on many albums\, including four Billboard top 20 charting singles and on television and radio commercials.   \n\n\n\nChris proudly endorses VVT Amplifiers\, Eastman Guitars\, Elixir Strings\, Jetter Effects\, and Revo Guitar Straps.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-17th-jazz-fusion-guitarist-chris-blackwell/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 20th:  Simona Smirnova [Kankles in New York]
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30pm and 9:30pm.  What could be more fun than a gal with kankles?!?   Simona Smirnova\, a Global ambassador for the Lithuanian folk zither – kanklės\, the only kanklės player in The United States\, a charming performer\, jazz vocalist and composer is returning to the The Velvet Note!. A Lithuanian born artist\, a graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music\, Simona is a fixture in the New York live scene with her quartet when she’s not touring the world\, including Australia\, New Zealand and Europe. Smirnova’s genre-bending style has a unique theatrical flavor and uncanny vocal improvisation techniques\, while combining Lithuanian kanklės with jazz. Simona is coming with her newly released album\, which is also a sheet music book “Kanklės in New York” that is currently on the ballot of the Grammys in Best Global Music Album category. \n\n\n\nAlso starring:  Kevin Bales (piano)\, Dave Potter (drums) and Francisco Lora (bass).
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-20th-simona-smirnova-kankles-in-new-york/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 19th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-19th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T193000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 14th:  Actress and Singer Toni Byrd
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30pm and 9:30pm.  Toni Byrd is a world class recording artist\, songwriter and one of the most unforgettable and versatile vocal artists around. In addition to all of her credits\, add actress to her impressive list. Currently based in Atlanta\, the 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. Byrd 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. Byrd is the first female vocalist to perform at the legendary Pinewood Atlanta Studios (known for James Bond\, Marvel and Pirates of the Caribbean movies) in 2014 for the kickoff gala celebrating the New American location in Fayetteville\, Georgia.  \n\n\n\nByrd 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. Byrd listened to gospel\, jazz\, R&B\, pop\, American Funk and Country Music. Byrd recalls hearing opera singer\, Leontyne Price\, singing 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.” Byrd’s 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. “I am thankful to my father and to those amazing icons who helped influence my early musical development and helped me find my own voice.”
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-14th-actress-and-singer-toni-byrd/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 13th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart takes his world music mix of jazz fused with other musical elements to brave new heights! THIS is the music you’ll want to listen to\, even if you don’t think you like jazz. Inspired by the likes of icons of Jazz and Fusion music\, such as Miles Davis and Jimi Hendrix\, Bill Hart and the Bill Hart Band are a stirring force in the riveting and dynamic realm of Jazz\, Funk\, and Fusion music. An internationally recognized and diverse act\, the talented group of individuals part of the Bill Hart Band are driven to captivate and enliven audiences with their rich and unique musical compositions\, melding together genres with ease. The group is also looking forward to continuing their musical voyage around the world\, enthralling listeners with their individual musical styles and tastes.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-13th-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:Thursday\, October 12th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:HOURS: 8pm to 11pm. Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-12th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 8th:  The Life and Music of Charlie Parker
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7:00pm. The Velvet Note kicks off its 13th season of its Legends of Jazz Series with a celebration of the music of Cole Porter. \n\n\n\nJustin Varnes and his Jazz Legacy Project will guide guests–in engaging\, narrative form– through the life of this legendary saxophonist\, 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. \n\n\n\nOh\, and they’ll also play their behinds off!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-8th-the-life-and-music-of-charlie-parker/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 7th:  Guitarist/Singer Niles Rivers   ***   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   ***
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM.   \n\n\n\nThe story of Niles Levi Rivers begins in a Cleveland church\, where his father was a pastor.  Niles grew up playing bass and drums for the church choir\, and singing whenever he could.  As the youngest of five children\, Niles and his older brother were both introduced by their father to the music of Ahmad Jamal\, Chick Corea\, Stanley Clarke and John Pattitucci by the time they were ten years old.  “These were the guys I wanted to emulate\, they were my celebrities!” he says.  Niles’ father would provide musical instruments for his kids to play jazz around the house\, insisting that they practice each day before they could go outside.  Often their friends’ noses were pressed up against the living room windows\, watching them perform before they could come out to play. \n\n\n\nThroughout high school\, Niles played double bass in his school’s jazz combo.  Combo students wrote original music for themselves to perform\, including playing regularly in the assemblies and competitions at other schools.  Through these experiences and an encouraging band director\, Niles launched his journey as a singer\, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who began using his voice as an instrument to speak life into the world. \n\n\n\nAfter graduation\, Niles began developing skills in pop music production\, inspired by a diverse range of artists from Prince to Bruce Hornsby and beyond.  “Shawn Colvin’s song ‘Polaroids’ showed me that you could sing songs to the world\, not just about love but about life. Storytelling.  That’s what made me want to sing life-giving songs that help someone\, somehow along the way.”  Today\, Niles’ mission is to share his gifts by telling life stories through the musicality of jazz influencing the popular music of his generation. \n\n\n\n\n\n***   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-october-7th-guitarist-singer-niles-rivers/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T210000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, October 6th: The Tritone Youth Orchestra Goes to the Movies!
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW ONLY:   7:30pm.  The Tritone Youth Orchestra\, directed by Zac Lavender\, brings together highly dedicated local\, middle and high school music students\, amateur adult musicians and local freelance professionals to perform original arrangements of great music by and for our community. The orchestra (composed of strings\, guitars\, keys\, winds\, percussion and vocals) also showcases well known professional guest soloists and accomplished student soloists. Tritone Youth Orchestra includes members of the Community\, Tritone Chamber Orchestra and North Atlanta Young Musicians Association and creatively explores emotive music traversing genres and bringing people together\, and in this performance\, explores the compositions infused in our rich\, cinematic history.  Seating is limited\, so get yours NOW!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-october-6th-the-tritone-youth-orchestra-goes-to-the-movies/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 5th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:HOURS: 8pm to 11pm. Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-october-5th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174108
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SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 4th:  An Evening of Nat King Cole w/ The Bryan Eng Trio
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW ONLY:  7:00 pm. \n\n\n\n“If you see Eng on the schedule\, it’s a guarantee you’ll be entertained.” —Broadway World“Eng’s star wattage is undeniable.” —Chicago Sun-Times \n\n\n\nFrom New York City\, multifaceted jazz pianist and singer and Broadway actor\, Bryan Eng is one of the most promising and accomplished entertainers of his generation. At just 24 years old\, Eng has already begun to make big strides across industries in the entertainment scene. \n\n\n\nHis unique talents as an actor and musician have been featured in movies\, on TV\, and at revered performance venues including Broadway\, the Kennedy Center\, Jazz at Lincoln Center\, Birdland\, and revered jazz clubs around the world. \n\n\n\nEng graduated from Northwestern University where his Chicago acclaim proved inevitable. Maintaining multiple performance residencies and starring at award-winning regional theaters\, the Chicago Tribune confirmed\, “Bryan Eng is one of Chicago’s bright stars.” Soon\, Eng was invited to join the Broadway cast of Plaza Suite with Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick. Now a New York star in ascension\, Eng holds the premier performance residency at the historic Carlyle Hotel’s Bemelmans Bar while headlining at the nation’s most respected rooms.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/wednesday-october-4th-an-evening-of-nat-king-cole-w-the-bryan-eng-trio/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T203000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 1st:  Jason Marsalis!
DESCRIPTION:ONE SHOW ONLY!!!   The Velvet Note launches its October shows with an exclusive performance starring Vibraphonist Jason Marsalis and his band!  Get ready for a night of great music\, accompanied by New Orleans-inspired culinary selections and our new\, special fall cocktail! \n\n\n\nFrom a tender young age it was clear that Jason Marsalis had what it took to be great. Jason is the son of pianist and music educator Ellis Marsalis and his wife Dolores\, and the youngest sibling of Wynton\, Branford and Delfeayo. Together\, the four brothers and their patriarch Ellis\, comprise New Orleans venerable first family of jazz. \n\n\n\nin 1995\, Marsalis ascended to the drum throne of a new group lead by virtuoso pianist and former sideman for Wynton Marsalis\, Marcus Roberts. Despite a demanding touring schedule with Roberts\, Marsalis furthered his educational goals by attending Loyola University in New Orleans\, as well as studying composition with notable classical composer\, Roger Dickerson. While Marsalis made appearances with such international jazz luminaries as Joe Henderson and Lionel Hampton\, he was visible on the New Orleans scene working with a diverse cross section of bands from Casa Samba (Brazilian)\, Neslort (jazz fusion) Summer Stages (children’s theater)\, Dr. Michael White (traditional jazz) and many others. \n\n\n\n2013 was a monumental year in which Marsalis released his next recording as a leader on vibes entitled “In a World of Mallets”. The album went to number 1 on the CMJ Radio Charts and also won an Offbeat Magazine award\, a New Orleans music magazine\, for best Contemporary Jazz Album. Marsalis also participated in a session produced by Bill Cosby by playing vibes for music used in Cosby’s Comedy Central special\, “Far From Finished”. There was even recordings from the drum kit as Marcus Roberts released three recordings that year. Two with Wynton Marsalis\, “Together Again – In the Studio” and “Together Again – Live in Concert”\, and the ambitious original trio suite from Roberts\, “From Rags to Rhythm”. \n\n\n\nWith each passing year Jason Marsalis continues to grow and develop as both a composer and performer. With a fire in his heart and a passion for the music\, his will to swing has never been more resolute. The maturity and the command he possesses over his music is clearly evident to those who have heard or seen him.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-october-1st-vibraphonist-jason-marsalis/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 30th:  Smooth Jazz Saxophonist Jarred Armstrong
DESCRIPTION:On the cusp of a new soulful soundscape comes the genius of Jarred Armstrong bringing a sound influenced by many genres and styles of music. A talented musician of many instruments with a smooth voice trained on jazz classics\, he combines vintage sound and organic soul with a modern style spanning from edgy to elegant.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-30th-smooth-jazz-saxophonist-jarred-armstrong/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T230000
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CREATED:20230829T164847Z
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SUMMARY:Friday\, September 29th:  Alex Barry & Rusty Hayes
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to Alex and Rusty\, winners of our 2023 Velvet Open! \n\n\n\nAlex Barry is a young jazz bass player from Suwanee\, GA pursuing a degree in Jazz Performance under Rodney Jordan at Florida State University. Alex has been surrounded by music his whole life and he picked up the electric bass at the age of 12 which turned into a love for jazz and funk music with the influence  of his grandfather\, a jazz bassist who played with names like Dizzy Gillespie and Barbara Streisand. Alex is also the bassist of a local jazz group called “The Midnight Collective” which consists of other young talented musicians all pursuing music degrees. These musicians are Reed Jorgenson on saxophone\, Jaiden Swami on drums\, Issac Lourie on guitar\, and Blake Dwelle on piano. All of these young men have a deep desire to pursue music professionally and all have promising futures as performers\, teachers\, and creators. \n\n\n\nRusty Hayes was raised in the Atlanta area. He grew up surrounded by arich mixture of soul stirring music\, including the classic andcontemporary gospel music that was everywhere in his formative years.Jazz\, Soul and Rock also shaped his musical landscape as Atlantabecame a more multicultural city.He began singing gospel as a teenager\, and joined his first Band in histwenties. The Group was called Club 81. He was the front man for theband for three years and later joined the Native Sons spending the nextfive years as lead singer and co-writer\, playing throughout the southeast. Both bands specialized in Jump Blues and Jazz.Rusty has recorded several original songs all rooted in the blues andjazz tradition.He can be seen regularly on the Jazz and Blues scene.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-september-29th-alex-barry-rusty-hayes/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 28th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:HOURS: 8pm to 11pm. Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-28th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174108
CREATED:20230914T010947Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 24th:  A Celebration of John Coltrane with Eric Wyatt and Guest Jeff "Tain" Watts
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we continue to celebrate the birthday of John Coltrane (Sept 23\, 1926)\, an American jazz saxophonist\, bandleader and composer. He is among the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz and 20th-century music. \n\n\n\nHeading up the celebration is Eric Wyatt\, who brings his band mates from New York down to light of the stage.  Joining him is legendary special guest Jeff “Tain” Watts.  Tain is a drummer who has performed with Wynton Marsalis\, Branford Marsalis\, Betty Carter\, Michael Brecker\, Ravi Coltrane and many more!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-september-24th-a-celebration-of-john-coltrane-with-eric-wyatt-and-guest-jeff-tain-watts/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 23rd:  Top 100 Smooth Jazz Saxophonist J Staton
DESCRIPTION:SHOWTIMES:  7:30pm and 9:30pm.   \n\n\n\nJames Staton\, popularly known as J is a National Recording Artist\, Saxophonist\, Writer\, and Producer from Chesapeake\, Virginia who has managed to create a sound that strikes a tasteful balance between polishedness and honest rawness. \n\n\n\nWhile there’s an undeniable smoothness to his rhythmic flow\, his delivery is hard-hitting with a powerful sound\, creating a certain level of intensity and poise in his overall compositions. When he dabbles in the realm of Jazz\, the satisfying grace of his smooth style and delivery is even more pronounced.J Staton has been in the music game for several years now and has steadily grown his own fan base in the Hampton Roads\, VA area and Statewide. J is a natural. He draws immense satisfaction in encapsulating his thoughts and ideas into this creative medium. J is buoyed by a desire to stand out from the rest and music has helped him enhance his own being with works that are honest to him and entertaining to listeners. \n\n\n\nHis debut album\, THIS MIND OF MINE (2013) and his single project “IT’S ALL GOOD”\, released in 2019 is a mixture of smooth melodic jazz grooves with a taste of funk.  “IT’S ALL GOOD” made Billboard and The  Smooth Jazz National Charts; it remained on there for 17 weeks. J has appeared at The Apollo Theater. He has performed with Gerald Albright\, Norman Connors\, Jennette Harris\, and Peter White. Staton has opened for Jeff Lorber\, Eric Darius\, and Ben Tankard to mention a few. J has also shared the stage with Avery Sunshine. He was nominated twice by Veer Magazine Music Awards for 2013 & 2019 Best in Jazz. His latest single\, “KICKIN IT” produced by  Grammy Award-winning Jeff Lorber and  Featuring Jeff Lorber and bassist Jimmy Haslip from the  Yellowjackets\, was released on May 31\, 2022. \n\n\n\nEntirely devoted to his craft\, J has been focusing his time on his songwriting and unique sound\, whilst developing relationships to network effectively. He remains humble always as he continues to create grounded and honest works of art in a bid to share his gift with the world.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-23rd-top-100-smooth-jazz-saxophonist-j-staton/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 21st:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Owner Tamara Fuller
DESCRIPTION:HOURS: 8pm to 11pm. Open Mic is a little like Karaoke\, but much\, much better. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band\, or take the stage all on your own. It’s hosted by Velvet Note Owner Tamara Fuller\, with invited special guests each week\, so you know it’s gonna be hot. Oh\, and she’s always on the lookout for new talent for Velvet Note shows! And come hungry and thirsty–we roll out our delicious house and bar specialities for the week\, just for you.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-21st-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-owner-tamara-fuller/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174108
CREATED:20230911T182755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230916T172049Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 17th:  A Birthday Celebration Show for John Coltrane! *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!! ***
DESCRIPTION:The Velvet Note presents the final segment of our current season of Legends of Jazz\, featuring the music of John Coltrane. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series\, The Jazz Legacy Project headed up by Justin Varnes will guide guests–in engaging\, narrative form– through the life and music of this great American 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!​ 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-september-17th-a-birthday-celebration-show-for-john-coltrane/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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