Events

ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7:00pm. Legends of Jazz Series presents a celebration of the music of Billy Strayhorn. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary composer and pianist, as well as the impact that he had on the legacy of jazz. It’s like taking in […]

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 […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:30pm. Hani’el Mastriani-Levi is an Israeli-American saxophonist based in Atlanta, GA. After moving to the United States in 2012, he became involved with the Junior Jazz Foundation, performing across the Southeastern United States. While in high school, he recorded an album with the Rialto Honors Combo, Playing the Music of Roy Hargrove, which featured […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Ken Trimmins is an international jazz and classical soloist who performs as a freelance musician, as part of the Phil Morrison-Ken Timmins Jazz Collective, and leader of his contemporary jazz group called, “Ken Trimmins and The Quiet Storm” as well as the “Ken Trimmins Jazz Quartet”.  Dr. Trimmins has performed for […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! Tia Rix was born to sing. The daughter of Atlanta jazz legends Bob and Phyllis Rix, Tia began recording commercials and soundtracks at age 13. She traveled west to earn her degree and train at Brigham Young University with world-renowned tenors Ray Arbizu and Terry McCombs, then sang her way through Scandinavia, […]

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 […]

Matthew Sperry is the instrumental winner of The Velvet Note's 2022 Open Mic Competition. This accomplished pianist has spent the past year as a student at the prestigious Frost School of Music at The University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, and he's ready to rumble! Matthew has wowed audiences with his creative interpretations of […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Ms. Wrobleski 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 singing career with The Walt Disney Company in Orlando, FL. As the character, […]

ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7:00pm. Legends of Jazz Series presents a celebration of the music of Cole Porter. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary Broadway composer, as well as the impact that he had on the legacy of jazz. It’s like taking in a […]

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 […]

FRIDAY and SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. During his first decade as an artist, Eric recorded four well received albums on Nova Records, his own label (S6 Jazz Records) and Ben Tankard’s Spirit Jazz, and earned a degree from Berklee College of Music. In 1998, he reached an exciting plateau when he was signed by legendary Warner Brothers Vice […]

One of our absolute favorite Master Pianists takes center stage with a compilation of original compositions and arrangements that will blow you away! Featuring a full band, including the great Sam Skelton on Saxophone! ONE SHOW @ 7:00pm --get your tickets NOW!

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 […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. SUNDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:00pm and 9:00pm. Do you remember? This is it! Our annual, Labor Day Earth, Wind and Fire celebration is back and the Ray Howard Band does it like no one else. These show sell out within days, so get your reservations now!

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 […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:30PM. A master percussionist and rhythm programmer, who now, as a result of his early interest and exploration of electronic percussion instruments, finds himself at the forefront of the current electronic percussion age.  Bradie’s unique style of African and Latin drumming carried him into live performances and recording sessions with musical heavy […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Cainan Grier is a Jazz and R&B vocalist and pianist with roots grounded in classical, gospel and world music styles. Originally from Miami, Florida, Cainan is an alumnus of Berklee College of Music where he studied under some of the greatest musicians of our time and has performed on stages with […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. Heading up the celebration is Eric Wyatt, who brings his band mates from New York down to light of the […]

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 […]

Congratulations to Alex and Rusty, winners of our 2023 Velvet Open! Alex 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 […]

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.

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! From a tender young age it was clear that Jason Marsalis had what it […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00 pm. “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 From 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. The 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 […]

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. Justin 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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" […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.   Having grown up surrounded by a wide variety of […]

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 […]

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 […]

Carrie has spent her life committed to the art of storytelling through music. Her 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 […]

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!  This band can also be seen on the road backing the […]

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, […]

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, […]

“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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. For the first time […]

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 […]