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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 to playing traditional concerts, he also spent time busking in downtown Atlanta at sporting events, parks and street corners eager to share his gift with […]

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 excited to bring it to you with a fabulous big band sound and horn players like Tom Brown of “Jamaica funk”. She is singing great […]

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 young life to the U.S. Navy honorably. During this time, his love for jazz grew by listening and learning from the late Grover Washington, Jr., […]

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, North Carolina. Maria Howell began singing at age 13 in a choir at church. She has a degree in biology from Winston-Salem State University (in […]

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 us-- All genres welcomed! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***

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 with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!

Bring the HEAT! Reggie Hines is an ASCAP Award Winning and Grammy nominated songwriter, producer, and international recording artist. Reggie Hines' soulful and expressive sound has provided him the opportunity to write and perform music for a diverse roster of artists including Chaka Khan, Angie Stone, Regina Belle, and Stevie Wonder. *** SOLD OUT!1 SOLD OUT!! […]

This Sunday, Musicians from all over Atlanta gather to raise money for GRAMMY-winning bassist Kevin Smith, who recently lost his home and belongings to a house fire. All door entry proceeds (paid at door) or donations go to Kevin. Feel free to stop by for a little or a lot, and be sure to donate […]

CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS. A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by percussionist Ahsa Ahla.   Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

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 with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!

Once in a lifetime, comes this kind of talent on one stage, right in front of your eyes. 7:30 show is sold out. Purchase 9:30 seats below.

Once in a lifetime, comes this kind of talent on one stage, right in front of your eyes. 7pm show is SOLD OUT. Purchase 9:00pm seats below.

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 welcomed!

Jacques Lesure was born in Detroit and first began playing guitars at the age of 10 in his church. He was influenced by people like George Benson and Kenny Burrell. His professional career started in gospel music with The Clark Sisters, Commissioned and other prominent Detroit gospel musicians, while studying jazz at the same time. […]

“Sugarlips”, as L’Tanya is called by friends, family & those who have had the good fortune to hear her melodious voice. A native New Yorker whose singing credentials span from choir concerts, private parties to national competitions to international tours, Sugarlips has been humming hymns and singing songs since childhood. Her vivacious personality comes across […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its eighth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of Lee Morgan. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life and music of this great American jazz trumpeter including his tragic demise. It’s […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by percussionist Ahsa Ahla. Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart performs each Friday night, featuring his unique take on world music with international musicians and genre-bending selections. Come hang with us, and take a trip around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!

An original live instrumental music band, The 4 Korners play jazz fusion, though they prefer to call their sounds “Journey Music.” The ensemble is composed of Clarence “T-lee” Hill on keys, James “JT” Thompson on bass, Isaac “Ike” Thompson on guitar, and Jerrod “J-rod” Sullivan on drums. They are connected in a variety of ways, and their bonds are strengthened by their shared […]

Come out and enjoy Sunday dinner and drinks with us as one of our fan favorites Bob Bakert brings  together an evening of rock, soul, jazz, blues and other high energy versions of your favorite classics. 

GRAMMY-Award-winning Nicholas Payton is widely considered one of the greatest artists of our time. Hailed as a virtuoso before he was even out of high school, his maturation and talent has earned him praise and accolades, as well as insured his place in musical history.When he was barely in his 20s, Nicholas Payton made his […]

GRAMMY-Award-winning Nicholas Payton is widely considered one of the greatest artists of our time. Hailed as a virtuoso before he was even out of high school, his maturation and talent has earned him praise and accolades, as well as insured his place in musical history.When he was barely in his 20s, Nicholas Payton made his major-label recording […]

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 welcomed!

Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2021 for their tribute to the beloved EW&F. This is not just a concert or a show–it’s a PARTY!  Here’s your chance to get your jazz-funk-disco-soul groove on, accompanied by some of the hottest musicians around.  […]

Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2021 for their tribute to the beloved EW&F. This is not just a concert or a show–it’s a PARTY!  Here’s your chance to get your jazz-funk-disco-soul groove on, accompanied by some of the hottest musicians around.  […]

La Lucha is a Tampa Bay based trio that consists of three best friends from three different parts of the world: Colombia (Alejandro Arenas), Mexico (John O’Leary), & United States (Mark Feinman). Their music ventures boldly into a wide variety of musical styles, offering an appealing and fun mix of genres under the jazz umbrella. […]

The Velvet Note presents another segment of its ninth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of John Coltrane. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life and music of this great American saxophone. It’s like taking in a concert […]

The winner of the 2021 Cobb Idol competition is Joyce Licorish, and she's here at The Velvet Note! This powerhouse singer brings jazz, soul and R&B together for one magical evening. Ms. Licorish is an internationally known singer, actress, plus model, voiceover talent, Amazon Bestselling Author of The Forgotten Timepiece, filmmaker and director.  

Sweet Soul Sister is a five-piece, Atlanta-based pop/funk/rock band fronted by songwriter/actress Dominique Brittain. Their show features innovative arrangements of hits by Stevie Wonder, Hall & Oates, John Mayer, Joss Stone & Billy Squier. They will also perform original songs including their new single "Crayons" (available on all music services). Sweet Soul Sister's high-concept videos […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by guitarist Bill Hart. Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

A night featuring the classics of Brazilian Jazz incorporating bossa nova, MPB, samba, and more....Featuring guest artist Brazilian Singer Sofia Kriger from New York and Atlanta's Singer/Guitarist Sander Pinheiro. Come melt away with us and join us for a night remember.   Band:  Sofia Kriger- vocals Sander Pinheiro - vocals and guitar  Ramon Pooser- bass […]

A potpourri of performers entertains you throughout the night under the musical leadership of our house band, led by Pianist Randy Hoexter. Come out and jam with us-- All genres welcomed!

ONE SHOW AVAILABLE-- 9:30pm. 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 her parents who sparked her musical interest. Her dad had a passion for traditional and contemporary jazz as well as big […]

Show Times: 7:00pm - 8:30pm and 9:00pm - 11:00pm. Svetlana's Night at the Movies is a program based on her chart-topping record (#1 on Billboard US Traditional Jazz Charts) - the concert takes listeners on a dynamic musical journey consisting of innovative jazz arrangements of movie sound-tracks ranging from the American Movie classics, French New […]

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 around the world without converting your currency or expediting your passport!

Showtimes: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. 7:30 is SOLD OUT!!! PURCHASE 9:30 SEATS BELOW. Jazz guitarist Rod Harris Jr. brings his acclaimed catalog and powerful group to Good Times for a night of modern jazz and all-around great music. Harris has performed everywhere and garnered critical praise, in addition to being nominated for Grammys. He’s a force […]

TWO SHOWS: 7:00pm and 9:00pm. Don’t miss this rare Atlanta appearance by the remarkable vocalist Sharón Clark. She has brought festival and concert audiences to their feet across the globe, and wherever she performs, the critics take notice: "New and amazing . . . an absolute triumph"!   -- Will Friedwald, Wall Street Journal “You can’t […]

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 us– All genres welcomed!

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 Snarky Puppy, his creative stamp can be heard on projects with musical legends Chaka Khan, Erykah Badu, Fred Hammond, Tamela Mann, Kim Burrell, God’s Property, and more.

Come out and enjoy Sunday dinner and drinks with us as one of our fan favorites Bob Bakert brings  together an evening of rock, soul, jazz, blues and other high energy versions of your favorite classics. 

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 us– All genres welcomed!

Showtime: ONE SHOW 8pm - `10pm. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart and his international bandmates put jazz fusion on a whole new level.

SHOW TIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. A native of the Ivory Coast of West Africa, N'Guessen grew up in a family where his mother sang in the church choir and his father was an avid jazz fan who listened to John Coltrane and Count Basie. N'Guessen began playing the percussion at church at age 7. He […]

***** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!!! **** The Velvet Note presents another segment of its ninth series of Legends of Jazz, featuring the music of Branford Marsalis. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the life and […]

This is your chance to try our acclaimed Chesapeake Bay, Jumbo Lump crabcakes, all night long!  Great deals on food and drink, live music (8-10), and NO ENTRY FEE!  Come on out with your gang and enjoy! Reservations are NOT REQUIRED, but if you want to make one, call 855.5.VELVET. Featured Artist-- Guitarist/Singer Kristin Tinsley.

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 us– All genres welcomed!

“…A beguiling voice and charming…stage manner.”— Ralph Miriello, Notes on Jazz blog, March 2018  Award-winning jazz vocalist Alexis Cole may be the most talented singer to ever hold a top-secret military clearance. A dozen albums into her critically acclaimed career, she may also be the best-kept secret in jazz, a status that’s certain to change as more […]

“…A beguiling voice and charming…stage manner.”— Ralph Miriello, Notes on Jazz blog, March 2018. Award-winning jazz vocalist Alexis Cole may be the most talented singer to ever hold a top-secret military clearance. A dozen albums into her critically acclaimed career, she may also be the best-kept secret in jazz, a status that’s certain to change as more […]