Shows and Tickets

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Nijah Poteat is a professional singer-songwriter based in Atlanta, Georgia. Originally from North Carolina, she studied music and creative writing at the UNC Chapel Hill, class […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Brass. Funk. Soul. The Soda City Brass Band delivers. Expect tradition. Demand funk. They bring the energy. You bring the dancing. Get tickets. Do not miss it. […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00. SHOWTIME: 7:00PM. Byron Henry Rose is a gifted vocalist and songwriter whose warm tone, impeccable phrasing, and soulful delivery have captivated audiences across the Southeast. Steeped […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Acoustic Soul is a seasoned R&B act that has graced stages with many professional industry artists over the last decade. They’ve played with re-nowned musicians from […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Drummer Bernard Linnette is a force of nature behind the kit, blending precision, groove, and creativity in every performance. With roots in both jazz and R&B, he has […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Soulful alto saxophonist and flautist David Lee Jones was the last saxophonist to tour with the iconic Phyllis Hyman before her untimely death. Born and raised […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Led by guitarist Jose Guzman, The Collective compositions reflect Guzman’s musical heritage with rhythms from Puerto Rico mixed with the sophistication of modern jazz. The ensemble’s […]

ONE SHOWTIME: 7:00PM Frankie’s Blues Mission is an Atlanta-based roots ensemble fronted by guitarist and vocalist Frank “Frankie Lee” Robinson. A South Georgia native with decades of musical experience, Frankie has […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Singer/songwriter Tony Hightower returns to The Velvet Note for an evening that slips effortlessly from velvet croon to swing and soul—exactly the kind of intimate, musically […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. The Nat George Group brings the timeless music of the legendary Al Jarreau to life with passion, precision, and soul. Al Jarreau (1940–2017) was a seven-time […]

SHOWTIME: 7:00PM. Byron Henry Rose is a gifted vocalist and songwriter whose warm tone, impeccable phrasing, and soulful delivery have captivated audiences across the Southeast. Steeped in the traditions of […]

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 […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM & 9:30PM. Longineu Warren Parsons II is a highly accomplished and versatile musician whose life has been shaped by a deep love of both jazz […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00 – 9:00. 2025 Atlanta Blues Challenge Winners BLUE VELVET is an electrifying all-woman band that blends soulful vocals, fiery instrumental interplay, and a bold stage presence […]

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 […]

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of Contemporary Jazz and World Fusion as the acclaimed Bill Hart Band takes the stage with their electrifying, masterful sound. Led by the renowned […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the Grammy-nominated talent of saxophonist and composer Reggie Hines, whose soulful sound has graced the stage with legends from Stevie Wonder to Chaka Khan. Join […]

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 […]

Spellbinding vocals meet velvet-smooth music this Halloween as internationally acclaimed songstress Toni Redd and the velvet-voiced Leonard Julien III light up The Velvet Note for a night of soulful chills […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the authentic heartbeat of Afro-Cuban jazz as Legendary Drummer Calixto Oviedo, the pioneering force behind the “Timba” sound, graces The Velvet Note’s stage for a […]

DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM. ONE SHOW ONLY AT 7PM UNTIL 8:30PM. Freddie B. Eckstine is a vocalist based in Stone Mountain, Georgia, known for his rich baritone voice and versatility […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the explosive new duo The Fox & The Dame, uniting America’s “Southern Siren” Cruz The Dame with Scotland’s award-winning rocker Luke La Volpe. This is […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. International jazz and classical soloist Dr. Ken Trimmins, whose powerful trumpet has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, brings his acclaimed quartet to […]

SHOWTIME: 7:30PM. Charismatic blues singer and guitarist Cole Downing brings his deeply soulful and nomadic spirit to The Velvet Note for a special Sunday evening. Join us for a communal […]

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, […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Award-winning vocalist Kathy Kosins brings her singular, soulful sound to The Velvet Note for an unforgettable night at the intersection of jazz and soul. Backed by […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00PM. “It’s Mz Connie Y’all, the Soultress!” Get ready for an outrageous, sassy, and soulful ALL BLUES show from a seasoned queen of the industry. Backed by […]

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 […]

ENCORE PERFORMANCE SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Band Adu was created in 2019 by founder and lead vocalist, Jamila Sampson. The spirit of universal connection through music gives her a sense […]

For an audience at Velvet Note, his performance promises a timeless yet fresh jazz experience — intimate piano-vocals imbued with swing and sophistication, bridging classic and contemporary styles. Come see him […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. Celebrate the season with a swinging holiday show! Joe Gransden and Geoff Haydon bring timeless jazz and festive favorites to life with warmth, rhythm, and style. […]

Yep, Georgia’s LONGEST-RUNNING OPEN MIC JAM IS OPEN on Thanksgiving night and you’re welcomed! After the turkey, the fixings and the football, we are here to help you kick it up a […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Two-time Grammy nominee and contemporary jazz titan Russell Gunn brings his acclaimed ensemble, “Blackhawk,” to The Velvet Note for a high-voltage Thanksgiving weekend celebration. A tribute […]

SHOWTIME: 6:30PM. Rising jazz-soul singer-songwriter Izze Stein brings her deeply personal, healing sound to The Velvet Note for a special Sunday evening. Born on the stages of New York City’s […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Experience the viral sensation and world-class musicianship of trumpeter Jhefte Pierre (aka “Jeff Trumpet”). Known to millions online for his hit show “Buna Blues,” Pierre brings […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth sophistication and pure musical chemistry as The Stith Bros.—twin vocalists Marc and Mike Stith—take the stage at The […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00PM. 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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Drummer, composer, Lorenzo Sanford is one of the most eclectic musicians on the music scene today. As a drummer, he has performed with many celebrated artists […]

SHOWTIMES– 6:00PM & 8:00PM. The Velvet Note is proud to present Vince Guaraldi’s composition of the music of A Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the music is arranged and directed […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY, vocalist DeeAnn DiMeo blends smooth jazz sophistication with soulful authenticity. Her dynamic range and heartfelt storytelling fuse R&B, jazz, and pop […]

Celebrate the essence of the holiday season with smooth sophistication and soulful swing! Saxophonist Dwan Bosman brings his signature blend of Christmas Music, Class, and Captivating Energy to The Velvet Note for a night of festive […]

SHOWTIMES– 6:00PM & 8:00PM. The Velvet Note is proud to present Vince Guaraldi’s composition of the music of A Charlie Brown Christmas. This year, the music is arranged and directed […]

One Artist. One Album. One Night John C. O’Leary III is a pianist, composer and neuroscientist whose 2022 album The Sundering explores his dual cultural heritage—born in Mexico to a Mexican mother […]