The Velvet Note

Friday, March 19th: The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
2021-03-19 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Thursday, March 18th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer-Guitarist Bob Bakert
2021-03-18 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by singer-guitarist Bob Bakert.

Sunday, March 14th: PRIVATE EVENT
2021-03-14 08:00 - 17:00

Saturday, March 13th: The Ray Howard Band's Oldies & Goodies
2021-03-13 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
The Velvet Note’s Fan-Favorite Band returns!

A native of Chicago, IL; Ray Howard formed the band in the summer of 2013, in Atlanta, GA, after releasing his debut CD “Love Notes.” He has toured with several R&B groups in whichhe shared the stage with Gerald Levert, LoKey, Sounds of Blackness and Men at Large. Collectively, The Ray Howard Bandmembers/vocalists have toured with well known top R&B and Contemporary vocalists & groups, appeared in recent movies, and starred in stage plays. RHB can put you in the mood of love and grooving, while at the same time make you move and dance to the beat throughout the night. Their timeless old school ballads and reminiscent sounds take you back in time to the “good old days.” RHB specializes in a variety of Motown, R&B, Classic Soul, Funk, Jazz & Pop/Soft Rock. Currently, The Band performs regularly at Corporate Events, Weddings, Festivals, Hotels, Dinner Clubs, and Private Events throughout the U.S. We provide live music that is cross-generational, fun, with the excitement of being concert quality and a corporate headliner.

7:30 show is SOLD OUT!! Purchase 9:30 seats below:

Friday, March 12th: GRAMMY-NOMINATED Smooth Jazz Guitarist Sheldon Ferguson
2021-03-12 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Sheldon Ferguson is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, international recording artist and multi-platinum selling producer. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, Sheldon currently calls Atlanta, Georgia home. His music has sold in over 70 countries and made it into the Top 10 on the Smooth Jazz Global Listener Chart. Sheldon has also produced music for Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne and many more. Sheldon played guitar on the soundtrack for Oprah Winfrey’s Greenleaf and appeared on the show during seasons 2 and 3.

Sheldon Ferguson’s latest album is entitled Love Languages. This project features guest appearances from 10 incredible R&B vocalists as well as two saxophone features from the sensational Allan Knighton and Walter Beasley. All songs were written and produced by Sheldon Ferguson himself, making it an album that you simply must hear. Love Languages is available now on iTunes, Amazon and all streaming platforms.

As a fifteen-year-old, 10th grader at Spring Valley High School, Sheldon started his participation with The Auntie Karen Foundation at the annual Young Entrepreneurs Conference. Even back then, he was passionate about developing his musical skills. He started taking guitar lessons with Chris Richards of Pecknel Music and had many sessions with recording artist Terence Young.

After high school, he earned his Bachelors in Professional Music with an emphasis in Performance and Production at Berklee College of Music. In 2011, Sheldon released his first smooth jazz album, titled The Brighter Side, at the age of seventeen.

Sheldon’s music has been sold in over forty different countries and can be heard on jazz stations all over the world. The international radio broadcast, Talking Smooth Jazz, considers him a part of the new generation of smooth jazz. In January 2018, Sheldon released his second album, Soul Searching, after a six-year hiatus from releasing music. Soul Searching charted at #7 on the Smooth Jazz Global Listener Chart and #39 on the Top 50 Albums Chart. The album documents a journey of self-discovery, and Sheldon hopes to inspire others with its message.

Outside of his work as a jazz artist, Sheldon Ferguson is Grammy-Nominated studio guitarist whose sound is highly sought after. Sheldon produced the hit song, Don’t Check On Me by Chris Brown and Justin Bieber, with over 80 million streams on Spotify. He also recorded guitar on Travis Scott’s Billboard Hot 100 hit, Yosemite, which appears on the Double Platinum album, Astroworld. This song is credited for bringing guitar back into hip-hop, as mentioned in the Rolling Stone article titled, Hip-Hop’s Secret Weapon: Acoustic Guitar. He was also featured on the IMAGE award-winning soundtrack for Oprah Winfrey’s Greenleaf, as well as appearing on the show in Seasons 2 and 3. Sheldon has performed on stage with notable artists, including Ledisi, Aloe Blacc, Bilal, Angie Stone, Bazzi, and many others. Whether on stage on in the studio, Sheldon Ferguson’s goal is to create musical moments that will last forever.

Thursday, March 11th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Reggie Hines
2021-03-11 20:00 - 23:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by saxophonist Reggie Hines. Come for the music, the food, the drinks, the service, the hang–just come! All genres welcomed.

Sunday, March 7th: Legends of Jazz Presents Maiden Voyage by Herbie Hancock
2021-03-07 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
The Velvet Note presents its eight series of Legends of Jazz, starting off with Maiden Voyage. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life of the great American jazz artist Herbie Hancock. It’s like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time, and…, oh… they’ll also play their behinds off!

Saturday, March 6th: Tony Hightower*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2021-03-06 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
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Legacy jazz singer Tony Hightower takes the stage on Saturday night at The Velvet Note! Smooth, dapper, and accomplished on several instruments, he uses his composition and vocal skills to beguile audiences with a delightful show. Oh, and did we mention that he has an all-star band? GRAMMY-nominated Kevin Bales on piano, GRAMMY-winner Kevin Smith on bass and Superstar drummer ‘Lil John Roberts (Janet Jackson, et.al) keeping the beat. These tickets won’t last long…get them now!

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Friday, March 5th: The Bill Hart Band
2021-03-05 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Canadian guitarist Bill Hart performs offers a funky approach to world music, with a full band, including percussionist Ahsa Ahla (Asia), star drummer Yakou Daniel (Africa) and bassist Facil Wahid (France/Ethiopia).

Thursday, March 4th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Bob Bakert
2021-03-04 20:00 - 23:30

Sunday, February 28th: The Rod Harris, Jr. Quartet
2021-02-28 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Okay, THIS is the series that everyone is buzzing about! ONE SHOW ONLY@ 7:00pm. Some of the biggest, baddest cats in town come together for a Sunday jazz series that will blow you away!

Saturday, February 27th: An Evening with Toni Byrd
2021-02-27 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Soulful yet sophisticated, Toni Bryd is one of Atlanta’s unforgettable and versatile vocal artists. In addition to singer, songwriter and multi-award-winning vocalist, add actress to her status. Byrd was cast in a primary role, playing the character, “Ida Belle”, in the movie, ”Lawless”, which opened in theaters in August 2012 starring, Shia LaBeouf, Tom Hardy, Guy Pierce, Jessica Chastain, Mia Wasikowska, Jason Clarke and Gary Oldman.

In this engagement, Toni will perform some all-time favorites for her fans, old and new. Also featuring Maury Alums on piano.

Friday, February 26th: The Bill Hart Band
2021-02-26 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
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 soon!

Thursday, February 25th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Dwan Bosman
2021-02-25 20:00 - 23:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by dynamic saxophonist Dwan Bosman. Oh, and did we mention that it’s National Pancake Day?!?

Sunday, February 21st: The Rod Harris, Jr. Quartet
2021-02-21 19:00 - 20:30

Friday, February 19th: The Bill Hart Band
2021-02-19 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Thursday, February 18th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Dwan Bosman
2021-02-18 20:00 - 23:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by dynamic saxophonist Dwan Bosman

Sunday, February 14th: Valentine's Day with The Rod Harris, Jr. Quartet with Jazz Singer Karlea Lynne ** SOLD OUT!! **
2021-02-14 19:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
It’s Valentine’s Day and we are doing it the right way at The Velvet Note! Great music, ambiance, food, beverage service and of course, the Acoustic Living Room royal treatment for you and your honey.

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Saturday, February 13th: A Romantic Evening with Glynis LeFleur ** SOLD OUT! **
2021-02-13 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
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Spend a stunning, romantic, pre-Valentine’s evening with singer/actress Glynis LeFleur and an all-star band. Glynis is a member of the esteemed girl-group Sasha’s Bloc, and consultant with The Fairchild Gene Foundation, which assists talented inner city youth through mentorship, academic, athletic and artistic training,

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Friday, February 12th: Love Jones, with The Jody Mayfield Band and Singer Eric Moore *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
2021-02-12 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Extraordinary keyboardist Jody Mayfield provides the ultimate Valentine’s weekend kickoff. With Singer/Actor Eric Moore. First show is SOLD OUT. Purchase 9:30 seats below.

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Thursday, February 11th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Saxophonist Dwan Bosman
2021-02-11 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Sunday, February 7th: Legends of Jazz--The LIVE Performance of Round About Midnight
2021-02-07 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
One of the most iconic albums in all of jazz history will be performed LIVE, complete with historical and cultural context, by The Justin Varnes Quartet. ONLY 1 SHOW at 7pm

Saturday, February 6th: The Gordon Vernick Quartet with Guest Singer Rita Graham
2021-02-06 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Dr.Gordon Vernick is an Associate Professor of Music and Coordinator of Jazz Studies at Georgia State University. He holds a Bachelor of Music from Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY; a Master of Music in Education from the University of Miami, and a Doctor of Arts from the University of Northern Colorado, Greeley.

As a professional trumpet player, he has performed in all musical mediums from symphony orchestra to jazz quartet and has freelanced in Miami, New York, Denver, Kansas City, and the Caribbean Islands. He is currently active in the Southeast United States as a clinician, an adjudicator, and as a freelance trumpet player.

Friday, February 5th: The Bill Hart Band
2021-02-05 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
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 soon!

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Thursday, February 4th: Open Mic Jam Hosted By Saxophonist Dwan Bosman
2021-02-04 20:00 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Sunday, January 31st: Harris, Heriveaux, Sauter and Johnson
2021-01-31 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States

Saturday, January 30th: C3, Starring Clarence Hill, III
2021-01-30 19:30 - 23:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
Clarence Hill III, affectionately known as
“T-Lee” was born with music in his veins.
Practically his entire family is musically inclined.
His Dad, in particular (who played 3 instruments),
played a huge role in Clarence’s development of love
and appreciation for music. By the age of 2, he was
playing drums for his grandparents gospel quartet then,
at the age of 15, he gained interest in keyboards and
the rest is history. From that point on, anything with
black and white keys was his playground. He’s performed
with and played for celebrities such as, Anita Baker,
Robert Glasper, Tamela Mann, Ciara, Tyler Perry, and a host
of others. A few of his favorite pianists are Chick Corea, H
erbie Hancock, and Russell Ferante, to name a few.

Clarence also has an incredible jazz fusion band, pinning
there own genre as “journey music,” known as The 4 Korners.
Without a doubt, Music is one thing that Clarence was put
on earth to do and he does it with integrity, love and
passion, with the hope that his gift of music touches
the hearts and souls of his listeners, leaving them
inspired and uplifted.

Saturday, January 30th: Clarence Hill, III
$34.00
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Friday, January 29th: The Bill Hart Band
2021-01-29 20:00 - 22:00 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
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 soon!

$34.

Thursday, January 28th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Vann Thornton
2021-01-28 20:00 - 23:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by GRAMMY-winning trumpeter/singer/bandleader/teacher Vann Thornton. It’s Vann’s last hosting gig this year–come on out and jam with us!

Sunday, January 24th: The Harris Heriveaux Quartet
2021-01-24 19:00 - 20:30 | The Velvet Note Main Stage, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, 30005, United States
