Events

STREAM US LIVE HERE Legacy jazz singer Tony Hightower takes the stage on Saturday night at The Velvet Note! Smooth, dapper, and accomplished on several instruments, he uses his composition and vocal skills to beguile audiences with a delightful show. Oh, and did we mention that he has an all-star band? GRAMMY-nominated Kevin Bales on […]

The Velvet Note presents its eight series of Legends of Jazz, starting off with Maiden Voyage. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of the great American jazz artist Herbie Hancock.    It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history […]

A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by saxophonist Reggie Hines. Come for the music, the food, the drinks, the service, the hang--just come! All genres welcomed.

Sheldon Ferguson is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, international recording artist and multi-platinum selling producer. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, Sheldon currently calls Atlanta, Georgia home. His music has sold in over 70 countries and made it into the Top 10 on the Smooth Jazz Global Listener Chart. Sheldon has also produced music for Travis Scott, Chris […]

The Velvet Note's Fan-Favorite Band returns! A native of Chicago, IL; Ray Howard formed the band in the summer of 2013, in Atlanta, GA, after releasing his debut CD “Love Notes.” He has toured with several R&B groups in whichhe shared the stage with Gerald Levert, LoKey, Sounds of Blackness and Men at Large. Collectively, […]

A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer-guitarist Bob Bakert.

With Kevin Smith (GRAMMY winner) on Bass and Robert Boone (Count Basie Orchestra) on Drums. GRAMMY-nominated Kevin Bales-- musician, teacher, performer – is an accomplished pianist, with classical chops. At age 16 he was invited to audition for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, then under the direction of the famed conductor Robert Shaw. While studying at […]

Okay, THIS is the series that everyone is buzzing about! ONE SHOW ONLY@ 7:00pm. Some of the biggest, baddest cats in town come together for a Sunday jazz series that will blow you away!

Okay, THIS is the series that everyone is buzzing about! ONE SHOW ONLY@ 7:00pm. Some of the biggest, baddest cats in town come together for a Sunday jazz series that will blow you away!

A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer-guitarist Bob Bakert.

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. By age 17, Manga was a bassist with the Cameroon National Orchestra, soon after relocating to the city of Gabon to become a top session musician; in 1988, he moved to Paris, […]

*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *** Kristin began singing from the age of four years old, but decided to pursue athletics instead. While in between high school seasons, she participated in the Junior Olympic Volleyball program.  Good fortune would come her way and hard work would pay off when in her senior year, […]

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!

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.   Having grown up surrounded by a wide variety of musical influences, Chris […]

A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer Karlea Lynne. All genres welcomed. About Karlea: The sweet, soulful, and unforgettable lady of song, Karlea Lynné, is a rapidly rising voice in jazz. Known for the candor in her interpretation and the ambience of her tone, Karlea […]

Kameron Corvet is a Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist based in Atlanta. After graduating from Morehouse College with a French degree and teaching while establishing a career as an independent artist, Kameron's breakout moment came from composing and co-writing Sting & Shaggy's single "Don't Make Me Wait". This song would be a catalyst for the legends working […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eight series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of Clifford Brown and Max Roach by way of their self-titled album. 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 these great […]

A potpourri of performers takes the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer and multi-instrumentalist Tony Hightower. Smooth, dapper, and accomplished on several instruments, he uses his composition and vocal skills to beguile audiences with a delightful show. Come for the music, the food, the drinks, the service, the hang–just come! […]

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! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***

A North Carolina native raised and currently residing in the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area, Brooke Alford, The Artist of the Violin brings a deep, soulful sound with creative flow to the violin. Her captivating stage presence and musical vibrancy energizes any stage or record in which she plays. Performing is what Brooke likes to refer […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! SHOWTIME: 7:00pm Folk-pop creator, guitarist and singer Christopher Alan Yates, an Atlanta native, is a collaborative soloist who writes and performs both alone as well as with friends and writer’s groups. son of country guitarist and bluegrass bassist Doyle “Red” Yates. He co-founded the Atlanta-based band The Sweet Tea Project in 2011 […]

A potpourri of performers takes the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer and multi-instrumentalist Tony Hightower. Smooth, dapper, and accomplished on several instruments, he uses his composition and vocal skills to beguile audiences with a delightful show. Come for the music, the food, the drinks, the service, the hang–just come! […]

Celebrating the music of greats like Peabo Bryson, Luther Vandross and more, get ready for an evening with Dee Hilbbert! A native of Detroit, Michigan; devoted husband and grandfather; Jazz/R&B vocalist Dee Hibbert brings an all-encompassing repertoire of music to venues in the Midwest and the South. Daryl Hibbert, known as “Dee” to friends and […]

Join us for Tony's LAST hosting week for Open Mic! A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and multi-instrumentalist Tony Hightower.   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

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! 

A native New Yorker whose singing credentials span from choir concerts, private parties to national competitions to international tours, L’Tanya "SugarLips" Shields 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 […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of Kenny Garrett's songbook. 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 artist. It’s like taking in […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

No new comer to the art of performing, Kelley Andre is a multi-talented Entertainer, Singer and Songwriter. A New York native, his infused R&B, Jazz, Funk, New Soul sound and style delivers a distinct & melodic 2nd Tenor/ Baritone flavor that permeates inner souls.  LISTEN TO KELLEY ANDRE PERFORM HERE. Fasten your seatbelts when Kelley […]

No newcomer to the art of performing, Kelley Andre is a multi-talented Entertainer, Singer and Songwriter. A New York native, his infused R&B, Jazz, Funk, New Soul sound and style delivers a distinct & melodic 2nd Tenor/ Baritone flavor that permeates inner souls.  LISTEN TO KELLEY ANDRE PERFORM HERE. Fasten your seatbelts when Kelley Andre enters […]

What do Moms really want? Time with you and others they love, of course! Mother's Day is right around the corner and there's no place better for great entertainment, food and drink than The Velvet Note. For Mom's Special Day, we're proud to present the music and moves of The Ray Howard Band! Lots of […]

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT BY ANDREW BLACK VINOUS is The new Wednesday Wine Tasting Experience at The Velvet Note! All for one low price, we present a fleet of new wines introduced by an industry pro, delicious cuisine pairings, relaxing live music and socially-distanced conversation, brightening the middle of your week. This tasting will be an overview […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and and actor Eric Moore.   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

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!

Bernadette’s creative path reads like the back story to a mid-century Hollywood heroine: Ballerina, Fashionista, Hell Kitten, Sultry Chanteuse. She spent her childhood in California and New York studying classical dance with the renowned Los Angeles Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and American Ballet Theatre until an injury drove her love of drag and pageantry north […]

Jayden Richardson is a young drummer who is quickly gaining a local and national reputation for his unique sense of musicality. Coming from a musical family, he was able to quickly absorb the familiarity of jazz and gospel, soon mixing genres with new, modern sounds and his own creative vision. Inspired by artists like Tony Williams, […]

Alex Parchment is a dedicated musician, producer, and artist. He wasborn in New York City in 1993 to hardworking, visionary parents. Alex hasbeen honing his trumpet and piano skills for years with his acceptance into the Rosa Parks High School of the Fine and Performing arts in Paterson, New Jersey, Jazz Connections, Jazz House Kids' […]

Alex Parchment is a dedicated musician, producer, and artist. He wasborn in New York City in 1993 to hardworking, visionary parents. Alex hasbeen honing his trumpet and piano skills for years with his acceptance into the Rosa Parks High School of the Fine and Performing arts in Paterson, New Jersey, Jazz Connections, Jazz House Kids’ […]

7pm and 9pm Showtimes Singer MARCY MEREDITH and Guitarist STEVE RIECK team up for an evening of smooth, acoustic, romantic jazz.. Marcy Meredith (vocalist) has been in the entertainment industry for well over twenty years. Ms. Meredith was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She began her pursuit of singing behind a closed bedroom door […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Jennifer Wrobleski..   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***

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!

It may sound cliche, but Michael Burton was made for making music. Jackson, Mississippi native Michael Burton's musical gift was trained from an early age and honed through years of commitment. His mother was a singer with the Mississippi Mass Choir and his father a tenor saxophonist. In a home filled with music, he developed […]

It's The Velvet Note's 9th Anniversary!!! A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Alvin Stone.   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

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!

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of John Coltrane's Blue Train. 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 artist. It’s like taking […]

"While listening to flugelhornist Ron Helman's new album, you might detect a strong insinuation of line and form, of motion, elegance and grace - and for good reason. Before becoming a jazz musician at the ripe age of 44, the New Jersey-born, New Mexico-based Helman spent years as a dancer and gymnast. In his former […]