Events | The Velvet Note - Part 15

Events

The Wallace Roney Quartet on 1/18 @ 9:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Wallace Roney (born May 25, 1960, Philadelphia) is an American jazz (hard bop and post-bop) trumpeter. Roney took lessons from Clark Terry and Dizzy Gillespie and studied with Miles Davis from 1985 until the latter's death in 1991. Wallace credits Davis as having helped to challenge and shape his creative approach to life as well as being his music instructor, mentor, and friend; he was […]

The Wallace Roney Quartet on 1/19 @ 7:00pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Wallace Roney (born May 25, 1960, Philadelphia) is an American jazz (hard bop and post-bop) trumpeter. Roney took lessons from Clark Terry and Dizzy Gillespie and studied with Miles Davis from 1985 until the latter's death in 1991. Wallace credits Davis as having helped to challenge and shape his creative approach to life as well as being his music instructor, mentor, and friend; he was […]

$44.00

The Wallace Roney Quintet

Wallace Roney (born May 25, 1960, Philadelphia) is an American jazz (hard bop and post-bop) trumpeter. Roney took lessons from Clark Terry and Dizzy Gillespie and studied with Miles Davis from 1985 until the latter’s death in 1991. Wallace credits Davis as having helped to challenge and shape his creative approach to life as well as being his music instructor, mentor, and friend; he was […]

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Percussionist Ahsa Ahla w/ Bill Hart

Come out and join us on Thursday nights in the comfort of The Velvet Note Living Room.  Meet the best, most passionate local area musicians, make essential connections and relax and enjoy the scene.  THIS is the area fun-spot–the place to meet others who play and/or simply enjoy great music, and it’s the ONLY Thursday […]

$8.00

The Ambassadors

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Don't miss The Ambassadors (The Freshest New Jazz group in the Southeast) in concert at The Velvet Note on Friday January 24th, 2020. Alex Lattimore, Sweet Lu Olutosin and Tyrone Jackson (The Ambassadors) bring their uniquely crafted brand of Jazz to one of the nation's Top rated Jazz venues for the first time. These talented […]

Slim Gambill

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Fresh off of features in ROLLING STONE, BILLBOARD, GUITAR PLAYER, PARADE, and JAZZ GUITAR TODAY, Lady Antebellum guitarist Slim Gambill is making his return to Alpharetta with his instrumental jazz/rock/jam band project! Jason “Slim” Gambill Is a multi-genre guitarist, producer, composer, arranger and songwriter. He is best known as the lead guitarist for the multi- […]

$39.00

The Joe Policastro Trio@ 7:00pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Hailed by Downbeat for its “deft analysis of choice repertoire,” and by the Chicago Reader for its “diversity of approaches to all kinds of source material,” the JOE POLICASTRO TRIO is a Chicago-based alternative jazz trio led by bassist Joe Policastro featuring guitarist Dave Miller and drummer Mikel Avery. While firmly rooted in jazz, the […]

The Joe Policastro Trio @ 9:00pm

Hailed by Downbeat for its “deft analysis of choice repertoire,” and by the Chicago Reader for its “diversity of approaches to all kinds of source material,” the JOE POLICASTRO TRIO is a Chicago-based alternative jazz trio led by bassist Joe Policastro featuring guitarist Dave Miller and drummer Mikel Avery. While firmly rooted in jazz, the […]

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Percussionist Asha Asla w/ Bill Hart

Come out and join us on Thursday nights in the comfort of The Velvet Note Living Room.  Meet the best, most passionate local area musicians, make essential connections and relax and enjoy the scene.  THIS is the area fun-spot–the place to meet others who play and/or simply enjoy great music, and it’s the ONLY Thursday […]

$8.00

The Longineu Parsons Ensemble feat. Nat Adderley, Jr. 1/31 @ 7:30

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat's cornet), and has played with artists ranging from Philly Joe Jones and Nancy Wilson to […]

$37.00

The Longineu Parsons Ensemble, feat. Nat Adderley, Jr. 1/31 @ 9:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat's cornet), and has played with artists ranging from Philly Joe Jones and Nancy Wilson to […]

The Longineu Parsons Ensemble feat. Nat Adderley, Jr. 2/1 @ 7:30pm ** SOLD OUT!! **

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat's cornet), and has played with artists ranging from Philly Joe Jones and Nancy Wilson to […]

The Longineu Parsons Ensemble feat. Nat Adderley, Jr. 2/1 @ 9:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat's cornet), and has played with artists ranging from Philly Joe Jones and Nancy Wilson to […]

$37.00

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist/Singer Bob Bakert

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

The Velvet Note House Band with a potpourri of musicians joining in throughout the night. Doors open at 6:30pm and Music starts at 8pm and goes until midnight. All tickets are will-call.

$8.00

The Laura Coyle and Trey Wright Duo 2/7 @ 7:30pm

In their Velvet Note debut, the Laura Coyle and Trey Wright duo will be performing their unique interpretations on classic jazz standards by Cole Porter, Gershwin and more, along with Brazilian jazz favorites by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Jorge Ben. They create a unique and eclectic evening of music by including songs by favorites like […]

Elise Azkoul 2/8 @ 7:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Singer and songwriter Elise Azkoul has had quite a momentous year! From landing a coveted spot on Team Gwen Stefani on NBC's hit show "The Voice," to singing a duet with Shaquille O'Neal on TNT's "Inside the NBA," to rounding out the year by releasing her soulful pop anthem, "Sweet Soul." As a lover of jazz, Elise blends her favorite styles […]

$32.00

Elise Azkoul 2/8 @ 9:30 pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Singer and songwriter Elise Azkoul has had quite a momentous year! From landing a coveted spot on Team Gwen Stefani on NBC’s hit show “The Voice,” to singing a duet with Shaquille O’Neal on TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” to rounding out the year by releasing her soulful pop anthem, “Sweet Soul.” As a lover of jazz, Elise blends her favorite styles […]

$32.00

Smooth Jazz SuperStar Ronnie Laws

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Sunday, February 9th 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm 7pm show is SOLD OUT!! 9pm show is selling fast, get your seats now. Ronnie Laws is an award-winning tenor saxophonist and composer whose career has, since the early 1970s, straddled the worlds of jazz and R&B. Since 1975 he has placed seven albums in the Top 200 […]

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist/Singer Bob Bakert

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

The Velvet Note House Band with a potpourri of musicians joining in throughout the night. Doors open at 6:30pm and Music starts at 8pm and goes until midnight. All tickets are will-call.

$8.00

Roman Street on Valentine’s Day @ 7:30pm *SOLD OUT!*

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

It’s the most important Date Night of The Year, and The Velvet Note does it right!   Make it special by bringing your sweetheart out for an evening of magical musical entertainment, delicious dining and fun!

$49.00

Yellowjackets on Valentine’s Day at The Legacy Theater

The Velvet Note at Legacy Theater 12150 Morris Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Seventeen-time Grammy-nominated jazz fusion band, the Yellowjackets, return to Georgia. After decades-long hiatus, they return to kick-off their 2020 season on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14, 2020, from 6:00 to 10:30 pm at The Legacy Theater, located at 12150 Morris Road, Alpharetta, GA 30005.  Tickets at https://yellowjacketsvalentines.eventbrite.com Come and enjoy an elegant evening of mingling, tasting, […]

$89.00 – $125.00

Roman Street on Valentine’s Day @ 9:30pm- ** SOLD OUT!**

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

It’s the most important Date Night of The Year, and The Velvet Note does it right!   Make it special by bringing your sweetheart out for an evening of magical musical entertainment, delicious dining and fun!

Krantz, Carlock and Lefebvre

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

KCL, the iconic, genre-bending powerhouse trio led by visionary guitaristWayne Krantzand featuring drummerKeith Carlock(Steely Dan, Sting, John Mayer) and bassistTim Lefebvre(Tedeschi Trucks Band,David Bowie), held a Thursday-night residency at NYC’s 55 Bar throughout the first decade of the new millenium. Cutting live recordings from the club and posting them online in the early days of […]

BR Jazz

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

BRJazz is a band based out of Atlanta, Georgia and formed by a group of musicians with different nationalities. BR Jazz provides a taste of brazilian jazz & funk. The music allows us to connect and communicate with each other regardless of where we come from or what language we speak, but our music is […]

$32.00

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Guitarist/Singer Bob Bakert

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

The Velvet Note House Band with a potpourri of musicians joining in throughout the night. Doors open at 6:30pm and Music starts at 8pm and goes until midnight. All tickets are will-call.

$8.00

Chieli Minucci & Special EFX, Friday, Feb 21st @ 7:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Guitarist, composer, and arranger Chieli Minucci is longtime leader of the Grammy nominated jazz fusion group SPECIAL EFX featuring Chieli Minucci, a major force on the jazz and world music scene for over 35 years. Chieli has just recently released his 35th anniversary CD All Stars ” (Trippin N Rhythm Records). Chieli & Special EFX’s […]

Chieli Minucci & Special EFX, Friday, Feb 21st @ 9:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Guitarist, composer, and arranger Chieli Minucci is longtime leader of the Grammy nominated jazz fusion group SPECIAL EFX featuring Chieli Minucci, a major force on the jazz and world music scene for over 35 years. Chieli has just recently released his 35th anniversary CD All Stars ” (Trippin N Rhythm Records). Chieli & Special EFX’s […]

Chieli Minucci & Special EFX, Saturday, Feb 22nd @ 7:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Guitarist, composer, and arranger Chieli Minucci is longtime leader of the Grammy nominated jazz fusion group SPECIAL EFX featuring Chieli Minucci, a major force on the jazz and world music scene for over 35 years. Chieli has just recently released his 35th anniversary CD All Stars ” (Trippin N Rhythm Records). Chieli & Special EFX’s […]

Chieli Minucci & Special EFX Saturday, Feb 22@ 9:30pm

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Guitarist, composer, and arranger Chieli Minucci is longtime leader of the Grammy nominated jazz fusion group SPECIAL EFX featuring Chieli Minucci, a major force on the jazz and world music scene for over 35 years. Chieli has just recently released his 35th anniversary CD All Stars ” (Trippin N Rhythm Records). Chieli & Special EFX’s […]

Legends of Jazz…The Music of Wayne Shorter’s Speak No Evil

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *** As with the entire Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this great American saxophonist, composer and member of Art Blakey's Messengers, as well as the influence of his great album work Speak No Evil.     It’s […]

$29.00

Joe Farnsworth Presents…Pianist Eric Reed

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

When you think of hard-driving swing, daring expression, sophistication and elegance in artistry, formidable technique and a thunderous sound, there are only a small handful of pianists you think of and one of them is most assuredly ERIC SCOTT REED. Eric was born in the musically rich city of Philadelphia, PA. He grew up playing […]

$49.00

Joe Farnsworth Presents…Pianist Eric Reed

When you think of hard-driving swing, daring expression, sophistication and elegance in artistry, formidable technique and a thunderous sound, there are only a small handful of pianists you think of and one of them is most assuredly ERIC SCOTT REED. Eric was born in the musically rich city of Philadelphia, PA. He grew up playing […]

$49.00

KT Collaborative

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Collaborate: To work jointly with others in an intellectual or meaningful endeavor. Fresh off their recent groundbreaking and sold out production of “A Night With Jazz: Her Spirit, Her Story”, the KT Collaborative is a collection of regional jazz artists and performers who span a broad range of backgrounds to deliver a unique jazz experience.   […]

$32.00

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Trumpeter/Singer Vann Thornton

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Come out and join us on Thursday nights in the comfort of The Velvet Note Living Room.  Meet the best, most passionate local area musicians, make essential connections and relax and enjoy the scene.  THIS is the area fun-spot–the place to meet others who play and/or simply enjoy great music, and it’s the ONLY Thursday […]

$9.00

The Billy Thornton Band

Billy Thornton was brought up in a family of musicians in South Georgia, Tifton to be specific. In the midst of farms, pickup trucks, and country music, Billy and his brothers went against the grain, learning all of the alternative rock radio hits, playing them in any coffee shop that would let them (there was […]

$32.00

SPRING BREAK! w/ The Ray Howard Band *SOLD OUT! *

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

** SOLD OUT!! *** We are bringing the Ray Howard Band in for Spring Break, to do their tribute to the beloved Earth, Wind and Fire. This is not just a concert or a show–it’s a PARTY! Here’s your chance to get your jazz-funk-disco-soul groove on, accompanied by some of the hottest musicians around. Bandleader […]

$34.00

Open Mic Jam Hosted by Trumpeter/Singer Vann Thornton

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Come out and join us on Thursday nights in the comfort of The Velvet Note Living Room.  Meet the best, most passionate local area musicians, make essential connections and relax and enjoy the scene.  THIS is the area fun-spot–the place to meet others who play and/or simply enjoy great music, and it’s the ONLY Thursday […]

$9.00

Singer and Actor Tony Hightower

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Friday, March 13th & Saturday, March 14th Showtime: 7:30pm and 9:30pm Tony Hightower was born into a musical family. His mother is Theresa Hightower, the Atlanta based Soul to Blues to Jazz singer. Tony says that growing up with his mother, who raised him as a single mom, meant he went to all her shows […]

$34.00

Singer and Actor Tony Hightower

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Friday, March 13th & Saturday, March 14th Showtime: 7:30pm and 9:30pm Tony Hightower was born into a musical family. His mother is Theresa Hightower, the Atlanta based Soul to Blues to Jazz singer. Tony says that growing up with his mother, who raised him as a single mom, meant he went to all her shows […]

$34.00

** SOLD OUT! ** Legends of Jazz Presents the Music of Thelonius Monk’s Monk’s Dream

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

As with the entire Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this great American pianist and composer and the influence of his great album work Monk's Dream.     It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time, and…, oh… they’ll […]

$29.00

Hughes Taylor

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Hughes Taylor is an energetic and ambitious blues artist from Macon, Georgia. He is known for his impressive and accomplished guitar playing and unique electric style that infuses traditional blues roots with upbeat and fast-paced blues and classic rock. Following his successful first album Hear My Melody (2016), Hughes released his sophomore album Restless in May of 2018. In […]

$32.00

Jennifer Farnsworth

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Enjoy a romantic evening with jazz singer Jennifer Farnsworth! With GRAMMY-nominated Pianist Kevin Bales and bassist Ramon Pooser. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Ms. Farnsworth has lived up and down the east coast.  She studied opera at the New England Conservatory of Music and musical theatre at the Boston Conservatory of Music.   After school, she began her […]

$32.00

Celebrity Drummer Crystal Martin ** Streaming LIVE on Facebook and YouTube **

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

A diamond with many facets, multi-talented drummer and vocalist Crystal Martin (aka "Mme. GoLong") knew music would be her career of choice from the time she began playing for her church in Marietta, Georgia. By the time she turned 17, her sophisticated poly-rhythms and versatile drumming skills had already taken her amongst popular artists and […]

Bill Hart’s Funky Street Band ** Streaming Live on Facebook and YouTube **

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Featuring: Bill Hart --Guitar  Michael Walters -Keys  Drew Lloyd --Bass  Yakou Daniel N’Guessan --Drums  Ahsa Ahla -Percussion Bill Hart earned his stellar reputation as a guitarist, composer, bandleader, music educator, touring musician and recording artist. Having released six CDs as leader of his world-renowned Bill Hart Band, Bill has also proven his merit across all […]

The Kevin Bales Trio ** STREAMING LIVE **

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

GRAMMY Award-nominated Kevin Bales is a musician, teacher, performer, and 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 the University of Florida in their jazz program he met, performed and toured with […]

Motown By Request ** STREAMING LIVE **

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

MOTOWN BY REQUEST! The Ray Howard Band STREAMS LIVE on Saturday, April 4th at 8:00pm EST in a show they call "Motown by Request". This is your chance to ask the band to play your Motown favorites, including "Aint Too Proud to Beg", "My Girl", and "I Want You Back". To make a donation to […]

Mercy Myra & The Rhythm Jets *** Streaming***

A great way to get your weekend poppin’.  This is one of our favorite performances, selected based on the amount of fun the entertainers are having on stage.   Starring: Vance Kelly  (Founder Co Writer co-producer SAX and flute), Mike Bielenberg (Keys), Steve Cunningham (Guitars), Wayne Viar (Drums), Nico Gutiérrez  (Steel drum and percussion), Rick Meeder (Bass), […]

Free

Eric Moore: Heart & Soul *** Streaming ***

Let us bring date night from our living room to yours! Singer/Actor Eric Moore and his band perform his favorite songs, including music by Donnie Hathaway and Charlie Wilson and many more! Starring Eric Moore (vocals), S. Renee Clark (keys), Ramon Pooser (bass) and Che Marshall (drums). Ready to stream? Click HERE.

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