Justin Varnes and his quartet have built a reputation for presenting classic Jazz in a fun way that’s designed for the casual listener. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Justin Varnes began studying music at 10 – on the trumpet. His father – an avid jazz listener – exposed him to Stan Kenton, Nat “King” Cole and […]
Emmanuel "Chops" Smith is a pianist and vocalist who has been performing professionally since he was 15 years old. He has been playing piano since age 3 and has been trained in classical, jazz, and contemporary music. "Chops" has performed in venues all over the Southeast including The Rialto Center of the Performing Arts, The […]
A potpourri of musicians take the stage throughout the evening to entertain you, along with our house band. All genres are welcomed. Hosted by Guitarist “Fireman” Larry Joyce
*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *** The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show.
Showtimes: 7:30pm and 9:30pm The iconic Rita Graham performs with the Arthur Turner Trio! Rita Graham’s career as a jazz vocalist was jump-started when Ray Charles produced an album of lush standards for her in 1969. The album, ‘Rita Graham Vibrations’ is the only album project that Ray Charles personally produced for a single female […]
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by blues performer "Fireman" Larry Joyce
The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show, including a surprise guest.
Camilla Sanders has spent the past 25 years swinging audiences on the east coast from Florida to New York. Originally from Daytona Beach, she attended the University of North Florida’s renowned school of jazz and moved to New York City. From 2000 to 2005 she hosted weekly live jazz and jam sessions at Langan’s New […]
The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show, including a surprise guest.
The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show, including a surprise guest.
Hughes Taylor is an energetic and ambitious blues artist from Macon, Georgia. He is known for his impressive and accomplished guitar playing and unique electric style that infuses traditional blues roots with jazz, upbeat and fast-paced blues and classic rock. The LATE SHOW is SOLD OUT!! Purchase 7:30pm tickets below:
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by WCLK radio host RivaBlue. RivaBlue was born Gwen Redding, in Washington, D.C. During her early childhood her parents moved the family to small town Long Branch, NJ to raise them. Upon graduating from high school, Gwen made the move […]
The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show.
Singers Ray Howard and his wife BJ (Earth, Wind and Fire and Motown Tributes) come together as a duo for the very first time, singing the greatest R&B love songs of our generation. With only a pianist to accompany their incredible voices, we are looking forward to this very special evening. First show at 7:30 […]
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by WCLK radio host RivaBlue. RivaBlue was born Gwen Redding, in Washington, D.C. During her early childhood her parents moved the family to small town Long Branch, NJ to raise them. Upon graduating from high school, Gwen made the move […]
Ho-ho-ho!!! This all-star Christmas extravaganza is led by singer Dani Roundtree, and features Louis Heriveaux, and many others! 7:30pm show is SOLD OUT! Purchase 9:30pm tickets below.
With GRAMMY-nominated pianist Kevin Bales and GRAMMY-winning bassist Kevin Smith. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Ms. Farnsworth has lived up and down the east coast. She studied opera at the New England Conservatory of Music and musical theatre at the Boston Conservatory of Music. After school, she began her singing career with The Walt Disney Company in […]
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!
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by WCLK radio host RivaBlue. RivaBlue was born Gwen Redding, in Washington, D.C. During her early childhood her parents moved the family to small town Long Branch, NJ to raise them. Upon graduating from high school, Gwen made the move […]
The perfect wind down after a week of work. Canadian guitarist Bill Hart gets together with an all-star band and a surprise guest to knock your socks off in this brand new variety show.
Singer/Actor Eric Moore and his accomplished band perform his favorite Christmas songs for an inspiring, romantic holiday evening. Featuring GRAMMY-nominated pianist Kevin Bales, Terrell Montgomery on bass and Greg Sudmeier on Drums. 7:30pm and 9:30pm shows. Make your reservation below!
Keyboardist and composer Jody Mayfield currently holds the #1 spot on the charts for jazz Christmas albums, and we've got him at The Velvet Note! He is joined by the some of the greatest musicians in the world. 7:00pm and 9:00pm showtimes-- get your seats soon! 7pm show is SOLD OUT! Purchase 9pm tickets below:
Being born to greatness doesn't guarantee that greatness will be passed on, but in this case it's undeniable. Born the daughter of legendary soul singer, songwriter, actor and music producer Isaac Hayes, Heather Hayes has greatness flowing systemically through her veins. While under the tutelage of her father and music greats like the "Godfather Of […]
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!
*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! **** Hosted by Canadian Guitarist Bill Hart. Yes, we are bringing together our NYE gala and Open Mic Jam into one phenomenal party for....20 lucky guests! This is your chance to have a festive evening out on the town in a socially-distanced room, with all of the music, […]
*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT! *** A native of Awendaw, SC, Charlton Singleton began his musical studies at the age of three on the piano. He would then go on to study the organ, violin, cello, and the trumpet throughout elementary, middle and high school. In 1994, he received a Bachelor of Arts in Music […]
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! Call us at 855.5.VELVET for last chance seats
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by GRAMMY-winning trumpeter/singer/bandleader/teacher Vann Thornton
Canadian guitarist Bill Hart performs offers a funky approach to world music, with a full band, including percussionist Ahsa Ahla
Saunders Sermons II is an American singer, trombonist, song writer and a two-time Grammy Award Winner. Born and raised in Miami, FL, Sermons began playing the trombone at the age of 11. Since then, he has grown to become an established independent artist with an admirable music career. Majoring in jazz studies at the New […]
*** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *** A NEW SERIES HAS BEGUN! The Velvet Note presents its eight series of Legends of Jazz, starting off with Sonny Stitt Sits In with Oscar Peterson. As with the entire monthly Legends of Jazz series, The Justin Varnes Quartet will guide guests–in engaging, narrative form– through the […]
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by GRAMMY-winning trumpeter/singer/bandleader/teacher Vann Thornton
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 (France).
*** SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!!! SOLD OUT!!! *** 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! *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by GRAMMY-winning trumpeter/singer/bandleader/teacher Vann Thornton
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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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!
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!
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.
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 […]
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!
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by dynamic saxophonist Dwan Bosman
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! Buy now
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, […]
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
A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night, with a house band led by dynamic saxophonist Dwan Bosman
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. *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
*** 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, *** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
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. ** SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! ***
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(855) 583-5838
4075 OLD MILTON PARKWAY
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