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 […]
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!
"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 […]
A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Linda Ransom. Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed! Singer Linda Ransom hails from Connecticut where she has enjoyed the privilege of working with world renowned musicians for many years. World Renowned Venues such […]
7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!
Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet and a smokin' hot band, this 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.
Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet and a smokin’ hot band, this 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.
A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! **
7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with new band member Madoca on keys. Come hang with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!
Slim Gambill---Lead guitarist for GRAMMY Superstars Lady A ---returns to The Velvet Note with his own exhilarating jazz band. Also starring Kevin Bales on piano, Jack Jones on drums and Andre Manga on bass. First show at 7:00 is SOLD OUT!! Purchase 9:30 pm seats below:
Born in Atlanta, Georgia and raised in the wilds of Wisconsin, Mandi Strachota is the product of southern roots and Midwest know-how, a potent mix of practicality and soulful dreaming. Mandi has become a fixture on the Atlanta scene, playing at local spots like Northside Tavern and Blind Willie's, and most recently The Vista Room […]
A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres welcomed!
7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with new band member Madoca on keys. Come hang with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!
Alfreda is an international singing powerhouse performing with Cher, Celine Dion, Sir Elton John, Whitney Houston, Yanni, Warren Haynes, and many others! Showcasing an incredible wealth of stage experience, Alfreda has performed shows throughout the world, singing at some of the most preeminent venues on earth, namely Royal Albert Hall, Madison Square Garden, Sydney Opera […]
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!
Deon Yates began his solo career in 2009 when he competed against up and coming contemporary jazz artist from all over the United States at the Capital Jazz Challenge in Columbia, MD. Although he did not win the competition, he was named runner-up. This gave him the drive and determination to pursue his solo career further. […]
Entrepreneur, philanthropist and radio host, are just a few of the hats renowned Harlem raisedrecording artist Alyson Williams wears. With a voice so hauntingly pure, Alyson is able totransport you to your very own utopia while effortlessly showcasing she really can do it all. Growing up, Alyson was surrounded by and exposed to great music. Her father, celebratedJazz trumpeter and bandleader, Bobby Booker was a major influence in her life. With a passionfor performing, Alyson was inspired to study dance. Alyson first attended Marymount ManhattanCollege and later, City University of New York. Before she knew it, she became a featuredmember of the 80's vocal group "High Fashion" on Capital Records. Following her path of success, Alyson instantly grabbed the attention of Def Jam labelCEO, Russell Simmons and became the first female R&B artist to sign with the label. Alysonrecorded two albums on Columbia Record's Original Black Records label. Her first album,"Raw" spent an impressive 67 weeks on the Billboard charts, matched only by Madonna's "Likea Prayer" and went gold in the UK. Altogether, the album produced four top five singles, oneof which is the ever popular hit, "Just Call My Name." Next, Alyson pursued Broadway andstarred in "Rollin on the TOBA," "One Mo Time" and the "25th Anniversary Revival of the Wiz"directed and choreographed by George Fashion. After leaving Def Jam, Alyson collaborated with Marcus Johnson and together they producedAlyson's third solo album, "It's About Time." Soon after, she launched her productioncompany, A.W.P, A Woman's Prerogative. Alyson has most recently become an on-air radiopersonality on WHCR 90.3 FM The Voice of Harlem and has featured stand-out musicalguests. Alyson had the honor of being mentored by the late Dr. Maya Angelou. Following Dr.Angelou's death, Alyson was asked to perform at memorials that were given in her honor.Alyson was also invited by the United States Postal Service to perform The National Anthemand The Black National Anthem with the National Color Guard as a "Forever Stamp" wasdedicated to Dr. Angelou. Alyson has caught the attention of several other dignitaries and celebrities including FirstLady Michelle Obama, as well as Ms. Oprah Winfrey. Alyson was hand-picked by Ms. Winfrey toperform for her students visiting from Africa on their United States college tour. Other pasticonic appearances include, Soul Train, The Jay Leno Show, BET on Jazz and the Mo'niqueShow. Alyson has also appeared in Fox Searchlight Pictures, "Black Nativity" starring alongside Academy Award-winning actors Forest Whitaker, Angela Basset and JenniferHudson. Currently, she is in the studio completing a Jazz project titled, "Summer Nights in Harlem"featuring Christian McBride. She has also had the honor of completing four new gospelsongs. Future endeavors include an exciting R&B project, house music tracks, ablues/southern soul project and a Christmas CD. Additionally, Alyson is working on launching a jewelry line as well as a line of inspirational notecards. Blessed with an impeccable and soulful voice, Alyson is well respected by industry royaltyand fans worldwide for her innovative mind and honest lyrics. Her ambition anddetermination to create her own opportunities is precisely why she is successful, admired bymany and is the next bankable brand. Love and light, peace and blessings, miracles and musicall define the Alyson Williams experience.
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