Events

Sparks’s warm, classic rock rhythm and blues sound stems from the modern renaissance man, business coach, lawyer, podcaster, and musician, Jonathan Sparks. This spring, he continues to bring his Nirvana […]

SHOWTIMES: FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2022 for their tribute […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

Friday and Saturday Showtimes: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet, Nat Adderley, Jr., on piano, Jose Serrano on bass, and Longineu Parsons, III, on drums, this band […]

Our favorite singer this year is celebrating her 30th birthday, and YOU are invited to the jam! Musicians and fans far and wide will come together for this evening full […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music and genre-bending selections. Only one performance, so get your seats […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Music Department .Singer. Songwriter .Musician .Composer Rosemary Ajoseh is an Independent Artist and songwriter. Her Passion for Music and Film stems from her youth in Theatre, […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:00PM AND 9:00PM. It's rare for the world to experience artistry that is so genuine, so heartfelt...so captivating. Welcome to the world of singer/songwriter, Cleveland P. Jones. He is […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Gilad Hekselman is one of the leading voices in jazz guitar. Only a few years after his arrival to NY in 2004, this native Israeli was […]

It takes skill, creativity, sheer musical ability, and a charismatic presence to electrify the music scene. And that's just what flautist Ragan Whiteside has done in the world of instrumental soul within […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:00PM AND 9:00PM. Born in 1966 in São João da Boa Vista, São Paulo, Brazil; daughter of Jorge (an amateur mandolin player) and Angelina (a singer); sister of Sérgio […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. 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 […]

Doug Carn is an American jazz musician from St. Augustine, Florida, formerly married to Jean Carne. His multi-faceted talents as a pianist-organist-lyricist began to emerge onto the contemporary Afri­can-American music scene during […]

Legends of Jazz Series begins with a celebration of the music of music producer/club owner Norman Granz. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the […]

Showtimes: Friday and Saturday, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Joe Farnsworth was one of five sons born to trumpeter and bandleader Roger Farnsworth; one of the brothers played saxophone in Ray Charles's band. He […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart features his unique take on world music and genre-bending selections. Only one performance, so get your seats soon!

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 […]

Legends of Jazz Series begins with a celebration of the music of trumpeter/composer Miles Davis. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

"He sure plays the HELL out of the guitar!" John Scofield SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Guitarist Jonathan Kreisberg has been steadily building his name as one of the most compelling […]

Robin started singing as a little girl for devotion at her mother’s  revival services and in church. “When your mom is the minister, you  don’t have a choice”. It was […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES; 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Curtis Lundy is arguably one of the most prolific — in-demand bassists on the modern jazz scene — he is a disciple of […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:00pm and 8:00pm. For Reservations, call 855.5.VELVET. That's right--they're so stupendously tight that we're bringing them back for one...more...night! This is your last chance this weekend to catch Curtis […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! 8:00pm Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart features his unique take on world music and genre-bending selections. This is their last performance of 2022, so get your seats soon!

Aja Nile Brimm is a classically trained, multi-genre singer from Atlanta, Georgia. She began studying music at the age of 8, starting with piano, then transitioning to voice before continuing […]

Legends of Jazz Series begins with a celebration of the music of Stan Getz. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30-9:00PM AND 9:30 - 11:00PM Multiple Grammy Award winner Shaun Martin is well known for his work with Kirk Franklin and as a key member of […]

TWO SHOWS: 7:00PM AND 9:00PM. The BadAsh Allstar Team (BAAT) celebrates their ninth year of bringing the music of Steely Dan to the Velvet Note!  Every year, BAAT has performed […]

Yep, we're open on Thanksgiving night and you're welcomed. After the turkey, the fixings and the football, we here for an epic jam session. Bring your talent, bring your family, […]

SHOWTIME: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. One of the most enjoyable entertainers anywhere! Definitely born to sing, Mercy Myra is lauded as Kenya’s leading female R&B artist, often viewed as a female […]

ONE SHOW ONLY! 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, […]

Singer/Songwriter Tony Hightower is taking up the mantle to be a bridge that ushers R&B audiences into Jazz…Real Jazz. With years of experience as a musical performer and actor with familiar roots that […]

Terence Harper is a jazz trumpeter who shares a legacy via large, musical family. He is a pillar of the jazz musician family of Atlanta, and travels the world leading […]

****Purchase Tickets Below**** 2022 is Larry Carlton's Final World Tour, and he's making a last stop at THE VELVET NOTE! The impressive career of jazz guitarist Larry Carlton dates back […]

The Masterclass of Masterclasses! Multi-GRAMMY award winner Larry Carlton sits down with friends and fans to talk turkey about...well, anything you'd like. He'll show you his ways, sign your merch, […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:00pm and 9:00pm. As Director of Jazz Studies at Jacksonville State University, Dr. Andy Nevala currently directs the Downbeat Award Winning Jazz Ensemble I (2015), Jazz Ensemble III, Jazz Ensemble IV, […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

Join us for Christmas with award-winning singer and actress Toni Byrd, featuring Louis Heriveaux (piano), Kevin Smith (bass) and Charles Nesbitt, III (drums).

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

Backed by a flawless rhythm section, get in the spirit as National Recording Artist Yolanda Rabun performs her rendition of seasonal tunes during "Songs of Holiday Cheer" a signature show with a diverse holiday […]

Have you tried Open Mic Jam at the Atlanta area’s #1 rated jazz club? It’s like Karaoke, but much, much better. Come out to to The Velvet Note and listen […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Groove Centric is synonymous with melodic entertainment across genres.  Collectively, Groove Centric’s members have played with artists such as Malcolm Jamal-Warner, Monica, Musiq Soulchild, Jimmy Heath, India […]

7:30pm – 1:00am. THIS is the place to be for an comfortable, upscale, yet enchanting evening of popular jazz and R&B, accompanied by delicious food, festive spirits and great conversation. […]

 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 […]

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, […]