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. Tonight is special– with a full cast of characters in our house band, including Singer Cheyenne! Come out and listen […]
Showtimes: 7:30p and 9:30p. Lori Williams doesn’t simply sing a song—she inhabits it. An internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist with more than three decades of performance, recording and music-education experience, Williams brings a rare combination of sophistication, sensuality and emotional truth to the stage. Her voice moves effortlessly from the elegance of traditional jazz to the warmth […]
Saturday, October 31st Get Down, Get Dressed Up, and Get Your Groove On! This Halloween, we're turning back the clock to the decade of bell-bottoms, platform shoes, disco fever, and unforgettable music! Join us at The Velvet Note for a spectacular '70s Party & Halloween Bash, featuring the electrifying sounds of VENZANT (from the Red […]
Not everyone goes to church. But almost everyone has been moved by church music. Whether you're deeply religious, spiritually curious, or simply love beautiful music, Gospel of Jazz celebrates some of the most inspiring melodies ever written—reimagined by exceptional jazz artists in the intimate setting of The Velvet Note. Join us on Sunday afternoons for an experience that nourishes […]
Trumpeter and host Andre Bernard leads Thursday Night Open Mic Jam at The Velvet Note, bringing musicians, singers, and listeners together for an evening of live musical conversation. Backed by Nick Oakley on piano, Andre Manga on bass, and JL Claybourne on drums, Andre welcomes you to take the mic or settle in and enjoy […]
SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM Longineu Parsons is a master trumpeter, composer, and musical storyteller whose artistry moves effortlessly between jazz tradition and adventurous contemporary improvisation. Internationally acclaimed for his commanding technique, expressive tone, and remarkable versatility, Parsons blends soulful blues, driving bebop, and vibrant African, Caribbean, and Latin influences into a voice that's entirely his […]
ONE SHOW ONLY! Larry McDonough is an award-winning St. Paul jazz composer, pianist, singer, and teacher, performingaround the world and recording with his group the Larry McDonough Quartet as well as solo, and in duosand trios. He has performed with legendary saxophonist and composer Benny Golson, Trombonist FredWesley, and trumpeters Lew Soloff and Duane Eubanks, […]
Take the mic—or take a seat—as LAVAHI hosts a Thursday night full of musical surprises. Bring your talent, bring your friends, and let the weekend begin early at The Velvet Note!
James Austin Jr. Trio Songs in the Key of Wonder — A Tribute to Stevie Wonder November 13 & 14 | The Velvet Note Join us at The Velvet Note for an intimate evening with the James Austin Jr. Trio, as they reimagine the timeless songs of Stevie Wonder in Songs in the Key of Wonder. […]
There's something magical about a room full of musicians, music lovers, and the unexpected moments that happen when they come together. Join us for our Third Thursday Open Mic Jam, hosted by the extraordinary Shayla Victoria. Whether you're stepping up to the microphone or settling in to enjoy the music, you're part of an evening […]
SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Soulful, sophisticated, and deeply expressive, Toni Byrd brings her warm voice and elegant phrasing to The Velvet Note for an evening of music that feels wonderfully personal. A Memphis native based in Atlanta, this accomplished singer, songwriter, and actress draws from jazz, gospel, R&B, and pop, with influences including Ella Fitzgerald, […]