BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Velvet Note - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thevelvetnote.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Velvet Note REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200903T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200902T212247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T212252Z UID:25484-1599163200-1599175800@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 3rd: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Singer Jennifer Farnsworth DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night\, with a house band led by singer Jennifer Farnsworth. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-3rd-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-singer-jennifer-farnsworth/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AFFA944A-807D-4A9B-A023-3F659BD74ACC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200906T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200906T230000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200825T185130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T141453Z UID:25464-1599420600-1599433200@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 6th: Earth Wind and Fire Tribute DESCRIPTION:Do you remember….the twenty-first night of September?  By POPULAR DEMAND\, we are bringing the Ray Howard Band back in 2020 for their tribute to the beloved EW&F. Yes\, that’s right\, tickets are on sale ONE YEAR in advance.  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.  Bandleader Ray Howard pulls out all of the stops in this weekend-long- tribute to EARTH\, WIND & FIRE–one of the most critically acclaimed bands of the twentieth century. \n\n\n\n7:30 Show is SOLD OUT. Purchase 9:30pm seats below. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-september-6th-2020-earth-wind-and-fire-tribute/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/RayHowardBand2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200910T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200909T124449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T162658Z UID:25513-1599768000-1599780600@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 10th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Jennifer Farnsworth DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night\, with a house band led by singer Jennifer Farnsworth. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-10th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-jennifer-farnsworth/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AFFA944A-807D-4A9B-A023-3F659BD74ACC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T230000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200909T134134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200912T124223Z UID:25519-1599939000-1599951600@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 12th: Groid Academy All-Stars ***SOLD OUT!! SOLD OUT!! *** DESCRIPTION:Bandleader and Drummer Che Marshall (Roberta Flack\, Drumline) kicks up your Saturday night with a stunning band performing their love affair with jazz and funk. Join us! *** SOLD OUT!! *** URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-12th-groid-academy-all-stars/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Copy-of-THE-GROID-ACADEMY-ALL-STARS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200914T045728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T045729Z UID:25541-1600372800-1600385400@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 17th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Jennifer Farnsworth DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night\, with a house band led by singer Jennifer Farnsworth. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-september-17th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-jennifer-farnsworth/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AFFA944A-807D-4A9B-A023-3F659BD74ACC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200914T205514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T205538Z UID:25547-1600457400-1600471800@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Friday\, September 18th: The Kevin Bales Trio Featuring Edwin G. Hamilton DESCRIPTION:Kevin has amassed a long list of awards that include being the Winner of the Jazz Piano Association pianist of the year. He toured and recorded for 10 years with Grammy Nominee Rene Marie and continues to be the first call pianist for the likes of Marcus Printup\, Gordon Vernick\, Joe Gransden Big Band and many others. He is widely recognized as one of the finest jazz pianists on the planet. \n\n\n\nWe first met Edwin G. Hamilton when he appeared as the drummer for acclaimed trombonist Wycliffe Gordon. He is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist and in 2015\, he released his debut album\, The Whole World Must Change. The record has received rave reviews in All About Jazz and Jazz Inside. In September of 2020\, he just co-released his new recording entitled\, Stories with Amos Hoffman. Edwin’s talents\, hard work and professionalism have made him one of the most sought after musicians in the Southeast.  URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-september-18th-the-kevin-bales-trio-featuring-edwin-g-hamilton/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Saturday-August-22nd-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200914T190406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T223603Z UID:25543-1600543800-1600558200@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 19th: Robin Grant & The Standard DESCRIPTION:Sensitive storytelling\, in the opinion of many\, is the most significant test of a singer. If that is the case\, then a song has found a friend in Robin Grant. \n\n\n\nA native of Chattanooga\, Robin has been delighting local audiences for many years. With the recent release of her first critically acclaimed album\, “Good Girls” she is now garnering national acclaim. Good Girls is a collection of original jazz songs reminscent of the all-time great standards. The album debuted on iTunes jazz charts in the number four slot! She will be debuting her second album on November 17th\, titled “Off Label” that will be streaming on all platforms. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobin’s soulful stylings take her listeners back to the great Tinpan Alley days of the 1920’s 30’s and 40’s\, but it’s with an edgy delivery and sizzle that resonates with the youthful in body & spirit. Her live shows showcase her flaming vocals  throughout her diverse repertoire of all-time-favorites mixed with her popular original compositions. \n\n\n\nRobin began her music career at an early age. She developed her performance ability through classical training\, by earning her Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance and by embracing musical theater.  She later transitioned into jazz with the help of her mentor\, bassist Wilfred Middlebrooks. Middlebrooks is also a native of Chattanooga and toured for many years with Ella Fitzgerald. \n\n\n\nRobin’s meticulously phrased singing and controlled but inescapable intensity is supported by her talented band\, The Standard. Over and over they have proven their ability to captivate and move any audience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t come in to see the show? To make a donation and view online\, click HERE. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-19th-robin-grant-the-standard/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AADF5FD5-B174-4D99-BF3E-8DD4004814C4_4_5005_c.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T220000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200914T232244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200920T194334Z UID:25554-1600891200-1600898400@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:LIVESTREAM ONLY: Curtis Lundy with Bobby Watson LIVE at The Velvet Note DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the exclusive online viewing of legendary musicians Curtis Lundy and Bobby Watson! \n\n\n\nA saxophonist\, composer\, arranger and educator\, Bobby Watson grew up in Kansas City\, Kan. He trained formally at the University of Miami\, a school with a distinguished and well-respected jazz program. After graduating\, he proceeded to earn his “doctorate” – on the bandstand – as musical director of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. The group\, created in 1955 by late legendary drummer who died in 1990\, showcased a rotating cast of players\, many who\, like Watson\, would go on to have substantial careers as bandleaders in their own right. The Jazz Messengers – frequently referred to as the “University of Blakey” – served as the ultimate “postgraduate school” for ambitious young players. \n\n\n\nThis is a private viewing of Watson’s performance at The Velvet Note in August of 2019\, to be shown on YouTube. Once your viewing fee has been received\, we will send the exclusive private YouTube livestream link to you via email. Want to make an extra donation to help our club? Go to https://thevelvetnote.com/donate URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/livestream-only-curtis-lundy-with-bobby-watson-live-at-the-velvet-note/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/51497C93-385F-4144-82D8-90C9FF72304E.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200924T144657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T151843Z UID:25574-1600977600-1600990200@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 24th: Open Mic Jam Hosted by Jennifer Farnsworth DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of performers take the stage throughout the night\, with a house band led by singer Jennifer Farnsworth. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/open-mic-jam-hosted-by-jennifer-farnsworth/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AFFA944A-807D-4A9B-A023-3F659BD74ACC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200925T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200925T220000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200909T125447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T150710Z UID:25516-1601064000-1601071200@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Friday\, September 25th: Bill Hart & Friends DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-september-11th-bill-hart-friends/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/6046A77B-21F9-41A6-A2B1-2BC00087EA77-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T230000 DTSTAMP:20260516T191002 CREATED:20200924T155017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T155027Z UID:25589-1601148600-1601161200@thevelvetnote.com SUMMARY:Saturday\, September 26th: Natasha Brown DESCRIPTION:Where has she been all our lives? Jazz singer Natasha Brown hits The Velvet Note stage for the first time\, accompanied by an all-star band\, including Randy Hoexter (piano)\, Melvin Jones (trumpet)\, Larry Newsom (drums) and Ramon Pooser (bass). Catch it LIVE here at The Note! URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-september-26th-natasha-brown/ LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thevelvetnote.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Copy-of-Untitled-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR