Events

Celebrating the music of greats like Peabo Bryson, Luther Vandross and more, get ready for an evening with Dee Hilbbert! A native of Detroit, Michigan; devoted husband and grandfather; Jazz/R&B […]

Join us for Tony's LAST hosting week for Open Mic! A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer […]

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip […]

A native New Yorker whose singing credentials span from choir concerts, private parties to national competitions to international tours, L’Tanya "SugarLips" Shields has been humming hymns and singing songs since […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of Kenny Garrett's songbook. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with […]

No new comer to the art of performing, Kelley Andre is a multi-talented Entertainer, Singer and Songwriter. A New York native, his infused R&B, Jazz, Funk, New Soul sound and […]

No newcomer to the art of performing, Kelley Andre is a multi-talented Entertainer, Singer and Songwriter. A New York native, his infused R&B, Jazz, Funk, New Soul sound and style […]

What do Moms really want? Time with you and others they love, of course! Mother's Day is right around the corner and there's no place better for great entertainment, food […]

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT BY ANDREW BLACK VINOUS is The new Wednesday Wine Tasting Experience at The Velvet Note! All for one low price, we present a fleet of new wines introduced […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and and actor Eric Moore.   Come out and jam […]

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip […]

Bernadette’s creative path reads like the back story to a mid-century Hollywood heroine: Ballerina, Fashionista, Hell Kitten, Sultry Chanteuse. She spent her childhood in California and New York studying classical […]

Jayden Richardson is a young drummer who is quickly gaining a local and national reputation for his unique sense of musicality. Coming from a musical family, he was able to […]

Alex Parchment is a dedicated musician, producer, and artist. He wasborn in New York City in 1993 to hardworking, visionary parents. Alex hasbeen honing his trumpet and piano skills for […]

Alex Parchment is a dedicated musician, producer, and artist. He wasborn in New York City in 1993 to hardworking, visionary parents. Alex hasbeen honing his trumpet and piano skills for […]

7pm and 9pm Showtimes Singer MARCY MEREDITH and Guitarist STEVE RIECK team up for an evening of smooth, acoustic, romantic jazz.. Marcy Meredith (vocalist) has been in the entertainment industry […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Jennifer Wrobleski..   Come out and jam with us-- All […]

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip […]

It may sound cliche, but Michael Burton was made for making music. Jackson, Mississippi native Michael Burton's musical gift was trained from an early age and honed through years of […]

It's The Velvet Note's 9th Anniversary!!! A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Alvin Stone.   Come […]

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart launches his brand new variety show featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of John Coltrane's Blue Train. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz […]

"While listening to flugelhornist Ron Helman's new album, you might detect a strong insinuation of line and form, of motion, elegance and grace - and for good reason. Before becoming […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer Linda Ransom. Come out and jam with us-- All genres […]

7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with […]

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet and a smokin' hot band, this is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat’s cornet), […]

Comprised of Longineu Parsons on trumpet and a smokin’ hot band, this is a one-night course in music appreciation.  Parsons is the protégé of Nat Adderley (he plays Nat’s cornet), […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres […]

7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with new […]

Slim Gambill---Lead guitarist for GRAMMY Superstars Lady A ---returns to The Velvet Note with his own exhilarating jazz band. Also starring Kevin Bales on piano, Jack Jones on drums and […]

Born in Atlanta, Georgia and raised in the wilds of Wisconsin, Mandi Strachota is the product of southern roots and Midwest know-how, a potent mix of practicality and soulful dreaming. […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by trumpeter Terence Harper. Come out and jam with us– All genres […]

7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with new […]

Alfreda is an international singing powerhouse performing with Cher, Celine Dion, Sir Elton John, Whitney Houston, Yanni, Warren Haynes, and many others! Showcasing an incredible wealth of stage experience, Alfreda […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with […]

Deon Yates began his solo career in 2009 when he competed against up and coming contemporary jazz artist from all over the United States at the Capital Jazz Challenge in Columbia, […]

Entrepreneur, philanthropist and radio host, are just a few of the hats renowned Harlem raisedrecording artist Alyson Williams wears. With a voice so hauntingly pure, Alyson is able totransport you to your very own utopia while effortlessly showcasing she really can do it all. Growing up, Alyson was surrounded by and exposed to great music. Her father, celebratedJazz trumpeter and bandleader, Bobby Booker was a major influence in her life. With a passionfor performing, Alyson was inspired to study dance. Alyson first attended Marymount ManhattanCollege and later, City University of New York. Before she knew it, she became a featuredmember of the 80's vocal group "High Fashion" on Capital Records. Following her path of success, Alyson instantly grabbed the attention of Def Jam labelCEO, Russell Simmons and became the first female R&B artist to sign with the label. Alysonrecorded two albums on Columbia Record's Original Black Records label. Her first album,"Raw" spent an impressive 67 weeks on the Billboard charts, matched only by Madonna's "Likea Prayer" and went gold in the UK. Altogether, the album produced four top five singles, oneof which is the ever popular hit, "Just Call My Name." Next, Alyson pursued Broadway andstarred in "Rollin on the TOBA," "One Mo Time" and the "25th Anniversary Revival of the Wiz"directed and choreographed by George Fashion. After leaving Def Jam, Alyson collaborated with Marcus Johnson and together they producedAlyson's third solo album, "It's About Time." Soon after, she launched her productioncompany, A.W.P, A Woman's Prerogative. Alyson has most recently become an on-air radiopersonality on WHCR 90.3 FM The Voice of Harlem and has featured stand-out musicalguests. Alyson had the honor of being mentored by the late Dr. Maya Angelou. Following Dr.Angelou's death, Alyson was asked to perform at memorials that were given in her honor.Alyson was also invited by the United States Postal Service to perform The National Anthemand The Black National Anthem with the National Color Guard as a "Forever Stamp" wasdedicated to Dr. Angelou. Alyson has caught the attention of several other dignitaries and celebrities including FirstLady Michelle Obama, as well as Ms. Oprah Winfrey. Alyson was hand-picked by Ms. Winfrey toperform for her students visiting from Africa on their United States college tour. Other pasticonic appearances include, Soul Train, The Jay Leno Show, BET on Jazz and the Mo'niqueShow. Alyson has also appeared in Fox Searchlight Pictures, "Black Nativity" starring alongside Academy Award-winning actors Forest […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with […]

7:00pm and 9:00pm Shows! Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart now performs TWO shows each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with NEW […]

"This man is as good as it gets. One of the greatest keyboard artists I’ve ever heard."    -   John Hammond Bruce Katz is a legendary keyboardist (Hammond B3 and piano) […]

Born in Atlanta, Kevin Oliver, Jr, is a bandleader and saxophonist currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at The Juilliard School. Kevin started performing at the age of 11. In addition […]

WCLK Announcer RivaBlue presents Hope "Diamond" Deans, celebrating her new album “Awaken” Summer 2021 . Hope's been working on this collection of vibrant music since before the pandemic and is […]

As a native of the Louisville, Kentucky, Marcus grew up with aspirations of becoming a pro football player, but his goals changed after having committed over 13 years of his […]

This is the one of the most incredible events of the summer! Buy your tickets BELOW! About Maria Howell: Maria Howell is an American actress and singer, born in Gastonia, […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by singer and guitarist Andrew Black.   Come out and jam with […]

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart performs each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections, with NEW BAND MEMBER Madoca on keys. Come hang […]