Shows and Tickets

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Nat Adderley, Jr. hails from an amazing legacy of music. His father is trumpeter Nat Adderley, brother and longtime bandmate to legendary jazz saxophonist Cannonball Adderley. Despite composing two of his uncle’s recordings and performing on one of them, […]

2024 GRAMMY-Award Winner (Best Jazz Vocal Album) Nicole Zuraitis returns to The Velvet Note with her celebrated album and extraordinary quartet. A must see show!

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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Alex Parchment is a dedicated musician, producer, and artist. He was born in New York City to hardworking, visionary parents. Alex has been honing his trumpet and piano skills for years with his acceptance into the Rosa Parks High […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:00PM AND 9:00PM. Seven Days – a seven-piece tribute to the music of Sting and The Police – is the brainchild of lead vocalist/bassist Doug Busbee (Agent Cooper, Guardians of the Jukebox, Yacht Rock Schooner). When Busbee’s Atlanta music colleagues suddenly found their calendars open […]

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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Drummer for Earth, Wind and Fire & Eric Clapton makes a rare club appearance! Sonny Emory is a native of Atlanta who received his first drum set at the age of four. After graduating from Georgia State University with a Bachelor in […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30pm & 8:30pm. Anthony Dominick Benedetto (August 3, 1926 – July 21, 2023), known professionally as Tony Bennett, was an American jazz and traditional pop singer. He received many accolades, including 20 Grammy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Bennett was […]

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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. CALLING ALL BRAVES FANS– get here! Two weeks before Opening Day, join us for a rare, exclusive performance starring Braves Organist Matt Kaminski and his JAZZ QUARTET! Kaminski is the organist for the Atlanta Braves baseball team. He is known internationally for his use […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. The moment we heard David Penn, we just couldn’t get enough!! Originally from Hempstead, New York David has spent a number of years as a jazz bassist.   He studied Computer Science at St. John’s University in Jamaica Queens, but during that time […]

SHOWTIME: 7:00PM. Michael Cruse is a trumpeter and singer, nd the Middle School Jazz Academy Band Director for Jazz at Lincoln Center. Michael has performed and studied with jazz greats such as Roy Hargrove, Les McCann, JD Allen, Terence Blanchard, Javon Jackson, Lew Soloff, Wynton Marsalis, […]

SHOWTIMES: 7PM & 9PM. American Tune: Simon, Croce and Taylor  takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music of these three prolific singer-songwriters. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists – their […]

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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:30PM. Billy Ross is a local bassist and composer. Having played many different genres of music with artists all around Atlanta, Billy is ready to embrace all of his influences with his own interpretation of music. The Billy Ross Trio will be playing […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. AB & Groove Therapy is a band that blends talent, professionalism, creativity, and a genuine love of music to bring the best musical experience possible.  The brainchild of Andre Bernard, the group is comprised of friends and fellow musicians who have known […]

ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7:00pm. Legends of Jazz Series presents a celebration of the music of Lester Young. Justin Varnes and his quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary saxophonist as well as the impact that he had on the […]

SHOWTIMES: 8PM – 11PM. 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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM & 9:30PM. Billy Ray Sheppard is a jazz saxophonist who has lived in San Antonio Texas for many years. He is a proud graduate of Fox Tech High School and St. Mary’s University. Soon after academic life, he pursued many different avenues in the […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30 & 9:30. PJ has dreamed of performing internationally as well as touring for a national artist. 2023 has proven to be the year of dreams coming true as he is currently touring with two-time Grammy Award winning R&B vocalist Peabo Bryson whose first stop […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:00PM. Nathanael Smith is someone we have watched grow up in musical excellence. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia and grew up in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and graduated high school from DeKalb School of the Arts where he participated in the school’s Jazz […]

ONE SHOW ONLY: 7PM. Three jazz powerhouses get together for a Sunday evening of incredible jazz improvisation that will knock your socks off!. Each one of them shines so bright, you’ll wonder what took them so long to get on the same stage. Kevin Bales (piano), […]

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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the […]

SHOWTIMES: 7PM AND 9PM. For Good Friday, we take you back to some of the best music of our lifetime. American Tune: Simon, Croce and Taylor takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music of these three prolific singer-songwriters. Relive […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM & 9:30PM. An emerging talent in the Atlanta Jazz scene, Xina Marie (pronounced Christina Marie) is a classically trained vocalist of West Indian descent, who embodies the spirit of Peggy Lee combined with the vocal range of Ella Fitzgerald.  Xina Marie studied classical vocal […]

SHOWTIME: 8:00pm until 11:00pm. 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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

“Kelly Green is one of the most talented and spirited people I know. Everything about her is joyous and swingin’!” – Christian McBride SHOWTIMES: 7:30 PM AND 9:30PM. Kelly Green is an acclaimed pianist, vocalist, and composer based in NYC, originally from Central Florida. She is […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30. We are here to celebrate the neo-soul movement, full of combinations and permutations of rhythm, digital music, funk, a little hiphop and great vocals. Made famous beginning in the 1990’s by artists such as Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Alicia Keys, and many […]

ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7pm. This is the first installment in our 14th season of Legends of Jazz. Justin Varnes and his Jazz Legacy Project will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary trumpeter, and the live performance of his studio album […]

SHOWTIME: 8:00pm until 11:00pm. 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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SHOWTIMES: 7:30 AND 9:30 PM. 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 familial roots that place him firmly within the […]

NOW TWO SHOWS– 7:00pm AND 9:00pm!! Three jazz powerhouses get together for a Sunday evening of incredible jazz improvisation that will knock your socks off!. Each one of them shines so bright, you’ll wonder what took them so long to get on the same stage. Kevin […]

SHOWTIME: 8:00pm until 11:00pm. 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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. 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 his teenage years. He worked with Nat Adderley, Earth, Wind & Fire, Shirley Horn, Lou Donaldson, Stanley Turrentine, […]

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 […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30 and 9:30. Castella hit the music scene in April 2020 with the release of her original tune No Ordinary Love. Hailing from Long Beach, California, Castella has sung her entire life.  She was inspired to tap into the creative side of her brain by mentor and writing […]

SHOWTIME: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Tony Exum Jr. is a talented contemporary jazz, R&B, and funk saxophonist, songwriter, and performer with a smooth and soulful sound. He gained international recognition in 2019 with the release of his single “My Name’s Tony,” which charted on the Smooth Jazz Network top […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. Praised as “hypnotic and unforgettable,” Dynamo Deb Bowman’s performances “are cut from one rare thread” and “must be seen.” Her vocal versatility and unmatched acting have thrilled audiences of all ages worldwide. Whether belting out Broadway and big band ballads or softly […]

SHOWTIME: 8:00pm until 11:00pm. 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 full bar and kitchen, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house […]

simpatico • \sim-PAH-tih-koh\ • adjective. 1 : agreeable, likeable 2 : being on the same wavelength  SHOW DATES & TIMES: FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Trumpeter and multi instrumentalist Joey Sommerville returns to ATL from Spain for two special nights to mine the depths of his extensive catalog […]

ONE SHOW ONLY @ 7pm. Justin Varnes and his Jazz Legacy Project will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of this legendary drummer. It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time. Oh, and they’ll also play […]

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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. “Many musicians blessed enough to make a living in the service of other artists will stay the course, play it safe and build an impressive resume while letting their true artist voice lay dormant. It’s the great fortune of R&B and contemporary […]

SHOWDATES AND TIMES: SATURDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7:30 AND 9:30. SUNDAY, MAY 12TH @ 5:30 AND 7:30. Roderick has been singing almost as long as he has been speaking. Chicago Sun-Times writer Lloyd Sachs states that he is, “a smooth and serious singer.”  Baton Rouge Morning Advocate writer Rod […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Join is for a rare event– Father Danny Harper and Son Terence Harper on Trumpets, Terry Harper on piano and vocals, Dishan Harper on Bass Kenny Banks on Keys and GRAMMY-Winner Terreon Gully on Drums!

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, too. Come out and listen to or jam with our extraordinary house band, or take the […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Join us for The Terence Harper Collective, Featuring Actress/Singer Michole White, Award-Wiining Pianist Kenny Banks, Jr., Drummer Henry Conway III, Saxophonist Frank Houston, touring NY Bassist Dishan Harper and Trumpeter Terence Harper!

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Come out and see the greatest family jazz dynasty, second only to the Marsalis family! Grammy-nominated trumpeter Terence Harper, of the legendary Harper family leads an outfit of all-star artists and family members from Atlanta The evening features internationally acclaimed musicians from […]

SHOWTIMES: 6:30PM AND 8:30PM. Just when urban jazz fans thought every show, cruise and festival would always include the same lineup of veterans they’ve seen a million times—Suddenly, there’s Marcus Adams, a fresh, dynamic voice on the scene, ready to funk things up and inspire them […]

SHOWTIMES: 7:00PM AND 9:00PM. Since Dr. Molly Miller picked up a guitar at age seven, she’s been captivating audiences with her sophisticated and raw style.  She’s one of Los Angeles’s most sought-after musicians, recording and touring with artists such as Jason Mraz, Black Eyed Peas, Donna […]