Valentine's at The Velvet Note *** 4 SEATS LEFT ***
2026-02-14 16:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 4:00PM, 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Love is in the air, and on the stage. THIS is the place to be for Valentine’s Night! Your Valentine’s Celebration comes with an extraordinary, intimate concert, and add-ons of bar and restaurant service, and special holiday options. The band has just added a Valentine’s Supper Show, so that even the last to make reservations can stay out of the doghouse!

About the Artists:

The Quintin Harris Trio. An acolyte of master pianist Bill Charlap, Quintin performs vocals and piano with a sensibility and emotion beyond his years. Quintin is an interpreter of the Great American Songbook and old New York’s elegance, he infuses melody, phrasing, touch with enormous sensitivity and passion through pyrotechnical trio arrangements and heart wrenching ballad playing.

Anais Reno. New York Based Jazz Singer and Composer Anais Reno has been artistically active in the performing arts since 8. After Winning the 2016 Forte International Competition’s Platinum Award at Carnegie Hall, She won the jazz award in American Traditions Vocal Competition, The Mabel Mercer Competition and The Julie Wilson Award.

Listen to Anais here:

https://youtu.be/RJgfFQhs_7k?si=Vu4B0Q7_EVBQFaGZ

Sunday, February 15th: Award-Winning Singer Ashleigh Smith. *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! **
2026-02-15 18:30 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. Dallas, Texas-based Ashleigh Smith is a gifted jazz and R&B vocalist who first came to prominence as the winner of the 2014 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Born in LaGrange, Georgia, Smith was interested in music from a young age, encouraged to sing by her mother (a physical therapist) and father (a former band director). By her teens, she was a dedicated performer influenced by her love of jazz artists like Ella Fitzgeraldas well as classic R&B icons like Stevie Wonder and Prince. After high school, she earned a full-ride scholarship to study classical music at Georgia’s Columbus State University. However, after attending a jazz camp at the University of North Texas, she transferred to the esteemed jazz institution. After earning her undergraduate degree, Smith spent several years working as a backup vocalist for pop and soul artist Chrisette Michele. In 2012, she competed in the inaugural year of the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition and ultimately finished in second place. Undeterred, she returned to the competition in 2014 and won, taking home $5,000 and a recording contract with Concord Records.

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer Cheyenne
2026-02-19 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-26 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our house band, including Saxophonist Dwan Bosman! Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the stage all on your own. Bring your talent, bring date, bring your instrument, bring your clapping hands, and join the fun. Often attended by club owner Tamara Fuller and she’s always on the hunt for talent!

Friday, February 20th: SugarLips Shields!
2026-02-20 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. A native New Yorker, L’Tanya—affectionately known as Sugarlips—has been singing since childhood, her natural gift evident long before any formal training. Rooted in the church choir, where her powerful solos uplift congregations, she has carried that same soulful spirit to stages across the nation and beyond. Since relocating to Atlanta, she has performed with renowned artists, appeared in major theatrical productions including Work, Delayed but Not Denied, and Langston Hughes’ Tambourines to Glory, and currently portrays Aretha Franklin in Natural Woman—An Aretha Story. Her rich career includes performing with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, sharing the stage with legends like B.B. King, Stevie Wonder, and Little Richard during the Olympic Games, and touring with Sir Elton John as part of the Voice of Atlanta choir for his Peachtree Road album. Now leading her own R&B and jazz band and celebrating the release of her debut solo project Finally It’s Love, L’Tanya says simply, “I sing because I believe it’s what God sent me here to do—it’s my purpose.”

Lil' John Roberts and The Senators
2026-02-21 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Featuring Phil Davis (keys), Tres Gilbert (bass) and Dr. Derek Scott (guitar).

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. [previously scheduled as The Jose Pineiro Trio].

Performing with Christian McBride and Joey DeFrancesco as part of Wynton Marsalis’s Duke Ellington Orchestra, Lil’ John Roberts was understandably touted as a child prodigy. He received a full scholarship at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts in 1991, In 2021, John was hired as a professor there. afterwards pursuing a touring career starting with R&B and hip-hop artist Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith). He later went on to tour with Dionne Farris, Excape, Monica, the Goodie Mob, and Joi, and soon after that was called to fill the shoes of drummer Jonathan Moffett touring with Janet Jackson at the very early age of 23. Roberts completed three successful tours with Janet Jackson that opened the doors to a whole new world of opportunities.

His list of credits also include many of the industry’s greatest such as Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Prince, Sheila E., Mary J. Blige, Michael Jackson, Elton John, Al Green, B.B. King, Paula Abdul, Yolanda Adams, Bruce Parham, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Patti LaBelle, Juanita Bynum, India.Arie, Queen Latifah, Musiq Soulchild (musical director), Jill Scott, Bilal, Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg, and countless others. Roberts’s television credits include: the Ray Charles Tribute, American Idol, The American Music Awards, Billboard Awards, Image Awards, VH1 Fashion Awards, theTonight Show with Jay Leno, the Late Show with David Letterman, Chris Rock, Oprah, the Ellen DeGeneres Show, Good Morning America, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Saturday Night Live.

The Gospel of Jazz
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Dinner and Showtime: 3pm to 5pm. Introducing The Gospel of Jazz—a soul-stirring instrumental celebration of the gospel songs you love, reimagined through the rich language of jazz. Without a single lyric sung, the melodies speak for themselves—uplifting, reverent, and deeply moving. This powerful performance captures the spirit of Sunday morning through soaring improvisation, heartfelt harmonies, and the timeless connection between gospel and jazz. Join us for a special 3pm after-church dinner and let the music carry you—where faith meets swing, and fellowship continues at the table.

The Simon Mogul Quartet featuring The Legendary Curtis Lundy & Bobby Watson
2026-02-25 18:30 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. After plenty of winter, it’s time to warm the room back up—and Simon Mogul is bringing the heat. A fearless, forward-leaning saxophonist with a sound that cuts through the cold, Mogul blends modern fire with deep jazz tradition, delivering music that’s urgent, lyrical, and alive in the moment. This is the kind of set that reminds you why live jazz matters—especially after the world has been on pause.

Anchoring the night is the legendary Curtis Lundy, whose resonant bass tone and masterful musicianship have powered generations of great bands AND powerhouse alto saxophonist Bobby Watson, composer, and educator whose soulful tone, hard-bop roots, and decades of leadership—from his tenure with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers . Together, Mogul, Watson and Lundy promise an evening of rich interplay, deep groove, and musical conversation at the highest level. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect post-snow return to live music, this is your night—warm lights, great sound, and jazz done right.

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Dwan Bosman
2026-02-26 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-05 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Vibrant Trumpeter and Singer Andre Bernard & Groove Therapy
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Join us this Friday night for friends and fun at The Velvet Note! New York-born Trumpeter and Bandleader Andre Bernard leads the Groove Therapy Band in some of the greatest ‘old school” R&B hits of all time, authored by Luther Vandross, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind and Fire and many more. Get ready to move to the groove and have a great time!

Saturday, February 28th: Smooth Jazz Saxophonist J. Staton
2026-02-28 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. James 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.

While 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.

“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.

Entirely 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.

DENI
2026-03-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00pm. Whether you call it “Fate”, “Destiny”, “A Gift” or “A Calling”, the fact is that some people are just born to sing and create music. DENI has been performing and writing music for over 12 years. She has performed at numerous venues in Atlanta and Nashville as a cover artist. She has an extensive catalog of original music, and has participated in many writer’s events at venues such Eddie’s Attic and Red Clay Theatre. She has performed at festivals such as Chalktoberfest in Marietta, Arts in the Heart of Augusta, and the Rhododendron festival in Mentone, Alabama. DENI’s unique style, soulful and hard-hitting, could be best described as Folk Singer/Songwriter, and she incorporates both piano and guitar into her repertoire. Musically reminiscent of Norah Jones, Carole King or Sara Bareilles, her actual sound is totally individual and distinct. She is best known for her hard hitting, crystal clear and wide ranging vocals combined with intensely poetic and personal lyrics. Her music is surprisingly mature, incredibly passionate and most importantly heart felt and authentic.

Chantae Cann
2026-03-06 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
FRIDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Chantae Cann is an Atlanta-based jazz, soul, and R&B singer-songwriter known for her rich, uplifting vocal style and heart-centered artistry. Before launching her solo career, Chantae spent over a decade touring and performing as a background vocalist with major artists including India.Arie, P.J. Morton, Gramps Morgan, and contributing to works by groups like Snarky Puppy, The Foreign Exchange and Zo!. Her voice has appeared on notable recordings spanning jazz, soul, and adult R&B.

Chantae released her debut solo album Journey to Golden in 2016, which hit the top of the iTunes Jazz charts and charted on Billboard, showcasing her unique blend of jazz sophistication and soulful feel-good energy.

Her music blends jazz’s improvisational freedom with the warmth and depth of soul — aiming not just to entertain but to inspire, comfort, and uplift listeners with heartfelt melodies and messages of love, healing, and empowerment. ​​Chantae’s voice is celebrated for its soothing, sultry quality and its ability to connect deeply with audiences, whether live on stage or through her recordings.

Toni Byrd Celebrates The Music of Natalie Cole
2026-03-07 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 brings elegance, fire, and heartfelt storytelling to the stage in a dazzling celebration of Natalie Cole—an artist whose voice bridged generations and whose repertoire defined sophistication. From the velvet sway of “Inseparable” to the joyful sparkle of “This Will Be,” Toni captures the romance, power, and emotional depth that made Natalie an icon. With lush arrangements and an all-star band, this unforgettable evening honors the legacy of a woman who carried both heritage and individuality with grace.

More than a tribute, this performance is an experience—rich with nostalgia, elegance, and the kind of musical intimacy that makes every lyric feel personal. Toni Byrd doesn’t imitate; she interprets—bringing her own artistry to timeless classics while preserving the spirit that made Natalie Cole a legend. Join us for a night of glamour, groove, and soul as we celebrate music that still moves hearts and fills rooms with love.

Thursday, March 12th: CLOSED--Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer Cheyenne--CLOSED
2026-03-12 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
ONE SHOW ONLY: 8:00pm. Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM is at The Velvet Note, and you are invited! Open Mic is a little like Karaoke, but much, much better, with full bar and kitchen, too. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our house band, including Saxophonist Dwan Bosman! Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the stage all on your own. Bring your talent, bring date, bring your instrument, bring your clapping hands, and join the fun. Often attended by club owner Tamara Fuller and she’s always on the hunt for talent!

CLOSED TONIGHT FOR FACILITY IMPROVEMENT. CLOSED TONIGHT FOR FACILITY IMPROVEMENT.

Joe Gransden Celebrates Chuck Mangione. **SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!!**
2026-03-13 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Trumpeter Joe Gransden brings warmth, virtuosity, and joyful swing to his celebration of the music of Chuck Mangione, honoring one of jazz’s most beloved melodic voices. Known for his rich tone, effortless lyricism, and deep respect for the tradition, Gransden captures the soaring optimism and emotional clarity that made Mangione’s compositions timeless—while infusing them with his own dynamic phrasing and modern energy. This tribute is less imitation than interpretation: a heartfelt homage that revisits iconic melodies and grooves, inviting audiences to rediscover the beauty, accessibility, and sheer joy at the heart of Mangione’s music through Gransden’s distinctive trumpet voice.

Eugenie: In The Key of She
2026-03-14 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Get ready for an evening when the spotlight doesn’t just find women—it’s powered by them. Join award-winning sensation Eugenie Jones for the explosive night of her cross-country Women in Jazz Month Tour – In the Key of She!

Themed in the key of she, this isn’t simply a concert; this performance is an explosive, empowering space where women aren’t just “included” but are the actual standard by which everything else is measured. The tour joins a global March celebration of women, shining a spotlight on the trailblazing contributions of iconic artists like Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, and Ella Fitzgerald while also giving center stage to some of today’s standout women artists.

THE BANDOn March 14th, the stage at the chic Velvet Note will sizzle with a lineup of heavy hitters:Eugenie Jones: The captivating force on vocals.Charu Suri: The Grammy-nominated virtuoso on piano.Jackie Pickett: The genre-crossing master of the double bass.Ayana Cummings: The intensity of finesse on drums

THE VIBEHailed by critics as “one of the most beautiful voices in the United States,” Seattle Jazz Hall of Famer, Vocalist of the Year, and Jazz Journalist Association Jazz Hero brings her signature smoke-and-satin vocals to the stage with a high-octane combination of:– Fresh, inventive takes of vintage jazz,– Soulful jazz originals, & – Classic R&B

The Wild Hymns-- RESCHEDULED
2026-03-15 19:00 - 21:00
SHOW CANCELLED–RESCHEDULE DATE SOON TO COME.

Open Mic Jam
2026-03-19 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Joyce Licorish Celebrates A Woman's Voice
2026-03-20 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Joyce Licorish is a creative visionary with a unique ability for storytelling through writing, speaking, film and music. She is a public speaker, voice actress, and vocalist known internationally and nationally for performing Jazz, R&B, Opera and Soul, she has been opener for Chaka, Babyface, Isleys, Boyz II Men and more , she is the Winner of Cobb idol 2021 and the voice of Subway. In this special performance, Joyce will capture audiences with the music made famous by women’s voices from Etta James to Whitney Houston.

The Darden Purcell Quartet featuring Shawn Purcell
2026-03-21 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. The Darden Purcell Quartet blends polished jazz vocals, rich harmonic interplay, and dynamic small-group instrumentation to craft an intimate yet expressive soundscape. With jazz educator and vocalist Darden Purcell leading the ensemble, the group channels historical jazz influences while injecting contemporary flair and personal voice. Their performances are marked by lyrical nuance, masterful arrangement, and a deep commitment to storytelling through song.

Sunday, March 22nd: The Sammy Hanson Quartet
2026-03-22 18:30 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
6:30pm and 8:30pm Showtimes. A PASSIONATE PIANIST; SPECIALIZING IN JAZZ, FUNK, R&B, COMPOSITION, AND FILM SCORING.

Sammy Hanson is a jazz pianist and has been playing piano for 16 years. He is currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Jazz Performance at Florida State University. Sammy has been performing in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area, and Tallahassee. Sammy has competed in the Savannah Swing Central Jazz Festival twice, performed in Carnegie Hall, competed in the Essentially Ellington competition twice at Lincoln Center, as well as the Jack Rudin championship at Lincoln Center. His music is all improvised live, making each performance something special!

Four Women
2026-03-27 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. At the heart of the evening are the Four Women—each a commanding artist with a distinct voice and story to tell. Acclaimed vocalist and Billie Holiday Competition winner Iva Jean Ambush, masterful interpreter and Howard University alumna Faith Jordan Willingham, soulful storyteller Jeanette Mallory Brown, and powerhouse stylist Joyce Licorish come together in a dynamic celebration of jazz and soul. Together, they span generations of influence while honoring the traditions that connect the music at its core.

Each vocalist brings a powerful narrative and musical perspective to the stage, performing selections that embody strength, vulnerability, protest, joy, and triumph. From intimate ballads to groove-driven soul, from swinging standards to contemporary interpretations, the Four Women deliver both individual artistry and inspired ensemble moments that promise to move and uplift audiences.

The evening also features a stirring collective performance of “Four Women,” a work that remains deeply resonant as both reflection and affirmation—underscoring the concert’s theme of heritage, identity, and enduring influence.

Guiding the celebration is host Gwen “Rivablue” Redding, beloved radio personality, jazz historian, and cultural advocate. With more than four decades in broadcasting, she brings warmth, insight, and storytelling to the stage—and will offer a special musical tribute in honor of Women’s History Month.

Backed by an exceptional rhythm section featuring Louis Heriveaux (piano), Ramon Pooser (bass), and Che Marshall (drums), 4 Women of Jazz more than a concert—it is a vibrant tribute to the women whose voices continue to shape culture and community.

Danica
2026-03-28 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Danica is an all-women jazz quartet on a mission: to share the beauty and soul-enriching power of jazz. Vocalist Audrey Silver, pianist Hyuna Park, bassist Jennifer Vincent, and drummer Gary Kerkezou came together because they love this music—and because they believe in what it can do for people.

Audrey Silver anchors the group with a voice Hot House Jazz Magazine calls “exquisite—warm and inviting, pairing a velvet-laden timbre with impeccable phrasing.” Her interpretations—spanning original compositions and reimagined standards—reveal both clarity and emotional depth.

What happens on stage is simple: four musicians listening to each other, responding honestly, and having a genuinely good time doing it. That joy is contagious, and it’s meant to be shared. Whether you’re a longtime jazz lover or just curious, Danica’s performances offer something increasingly rare—a chance to slow down, connect, and let the music work its magic.

Cruz The Dame
2026-03-29 18:30 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. The Velvet Note turns up the heat with the arrival of Cruz The Dame, the fearless songstress whose voice and presence command every inch of the room. Known for her bold, genre-bending style, Cruz blends elements of jazz, soul, blues, and a hint of rock to create a sound that is as captivating as it is unpredictable.

KUSH
2026-04-03 19:30 - 21:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Vennie Kush fuses R&B, hip-hop, and soul with electric Afro-percussion rhythms creating genre-blurring mashups that turn every show into a time machine. He’s also a lead member of Atlanta’s acclaimed Red Sample Band. With live guitar beat machines and flurry of other instruments like harmonica, djembe bongos and world percussion instruments he layers deep bass, hypnotic beats, and infectious rhythms—all while delivering smooth, edgy vocals that keep crowds engaged Raw, soulful, and unstoppable.

Listen to KUSH HERE

With guitar, beat machines, blues harp and a flurry of electric and world percussion, Vennie Kush turns R&B POP, disco, house, TOP 40, hip-hop, and soul into genre-blurring mashups. His smooth raspy vocals and acapellas that bring you down memory lane place him squarely between DJ and live band.

Playing The Cool
2026-04-04 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. One night of cool jazz, featuring saxophonist Mike Jones, Drummer Lil’ John Roberts, bassist Joel Powell and keyboard Maestro Phil Davis.

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Keyboardist Al Smith w. Kurt Mitchell
2026-04-09 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Al Smith, a Baltimore native and Morgan State University alumnus with a degree in Music Education, is among the nation’s premier musicians, producers, and music arrangers. Al is–hands down–the most iconic Open Mic musician in Atlanta. Motivated by his dedication to nurturing emerging talent, he established the Al Smith Jam Session, a beloved hub for music lovers and up-and-coming artists. Boasting a rich performance history, He has worked with renowned artists such as disco legend Gloria Gaynor,Southern hip-hop group Goodie Mob, R&B group Silk, and Will Downing among others. He currently collaborates with jazz saxophonist Kim Waters, jazz pianist Kayla Waters, as well as soul-jazz artist Ragan Whiteside. He has also taken on the role of musical director for actor-singer TC Carson, known for his portrayal of Kyle Barker on Living Single. Smith’s artistic partnerships include work with R&B legends such as Layla Hathaway, Maysa, Kenny Lattimore, Chantae Moore, and Howard Hewett. In addition, Smith has performed at various prestigious jazz festivals, including Sea Breeze and Newport Jazz Festival.
