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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 1st:  The Fundraiser for Jazz Bassist Kevin Smith
DESCRIPTION: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 to Kevin’s GoFundMe campaign HERE.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-1st-the-fundraiser-for-jazz-bassist-kevin-smith/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 5th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Percussionist Ahsa Ahla
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-5th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-percussionist-ahsa-ahla/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\,  August 6th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-6th-the-bill-hart-international-jazz-fusion-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 7th:  The Curtis Lundy Quartet with Vibraphonist Warren Wolf  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!  ***
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-7th-the-curtis-lundy-quartet-with-vibraphonist-warren-wolf/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T190000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 8th:  The Curtis Lundy Quartet with Warren Wolf
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-8th-the-curtis-lundy-quartet-with-warren-wolf/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 12th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Trumpeter Terence Harper
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-12th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-trumpeter-terence-harper/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210813T193000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 13th:  Jacques Lesure
DESCRIPTION:June 27\, 2018Jacques Lesure at the Lighthouse\, Hermosa Beach\, CA 90254\n\n\n\nJacques 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. In 1980 he became fully involved in jazz. Lesure is also an author\, motivational speaker and radio/podcast host. He has performed with several jazz artists\, such as Jimmy Smith and Stanley Turrentine as well as Wynton Marsalis\, Eric Reed\, Warren Wolf and Gregory Porter.  His performances can be heard in La La Land\, the Academy Award winning movie.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-13th-jacques-lesure/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 14th:  A Tribute to Aretha Franklin by Sugarlips Shields  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION:“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 in her music. Whatever song she sings\, she makes it her own.  Her musical foundation lies in the church where she is a member of the choir and can often be found belting out a solo. \n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-14th-a-tribute-to-aretha-franklin-by-sugarlips-shields/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 15th:  The Life and Music of Lee Morgan   ***   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!! **
DESCRIPTION: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 like taking in a concert and taking a jazz history class at the same time\, and…\, oh… they’ll also play their behinds off!​ \n\n\n\n*** SOLD OUT!   SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-15th-the-life-and-music-of-lee-morgan/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 19th:  Open Mic Jam Hosted by Percussionist Ahsa Ahla
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-19th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-percussionist-ahsa-ahla/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 20th:  The Bill Hart International Jazz Fusion Band
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-20th-the-bill-hart-international-jazz-fusion-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210821T193000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 21st:  The 4 Korners
DESCRIPTION: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 passion for playing music that creates experiences. JT and Ike are brothers\, and along with J-rod\, they are from Cartersville\, a town in Bartow County\, Georgia. Clarence is from Acworth\, another town in Bartow County\, and JT\, Ike\, and Clarence have been friends for more than twenty years\, first meeting at a musical held at New Beginning Church in Emerson in 2000. J-rod came on board in 2013 as the band’s new drummer\, two years after their 2011 formation. Having toured with major artists\, The 4 Korners dropped their first album\, an eponymous indie record\, in 2014\, and in 2015 they signed with Ropeadope Records. Their first and to date only album with Ropeadope Records\, Portal of Gold\, was released in October 2016. In July 2017\, they released a single\, “Phraseology\,” on their own. The 4 Korners are known for playing with an inimitably high level of energy. When you are listening to The 4 Korners\, you are being transported to someplace else\, someplace that only you can see\, someplace that you share with the world at large. Find your journey and enjoy the ride! \n\n\n\nFirst show is SOLD OUT!  Purchase 9:30 seats below:
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-21st-the-4-korners/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T210000
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SUMMARY:Sunday\, August 22nd:  The Bob Bakert Band
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy Sunday dinner and drinks with us as one of our fan favorites Bob Bakert brings  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ntogether an evening of rock\, soul\, jazz\, blues and other high energy versions of your favorite classics. 
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/sunday-august-22nd-the-bob-bakert-band/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T230000
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, August 26th:   Open Mic Jam Hosted By Terence Harper
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/thursday-august-26th-open-mic-jam-hosted-by-terence-harper/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210827T230000
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SUMMARY:Friday\, August 27th:   The Nicholas Payton and John Roberts Experience
DESCRIPTION: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 debut as a leader with From This Moment (Verve). Since then\, Payton has consistently committed himself to developing his distinct voice. \n\n\n\nHe appears in the final episode of HBO’s Treme as an actor and musician performing his composition\, “The Backward Step.”Nicholas is a Distinguished Artist and Visiting Lecturer at Tulane University. He has taught master classes\, clinics and workshops at over 40 institutions\, including Berklee College of Music\, The Connecticut Forum (with Beverly Sills\, Bobby Weir and Trey Anastasio)\, Cornell University\, Institute of Superior Arts (Havana\, Cuba)\, Loyola University\, Northwestern University\, Oberlin College & Conservatory\, Skidmore College\, Stanford University\, Thelonious Monk Institute\, et. al. \n\n\n\nA highly sought-after drummer\, John “Lil’ John” Roberts thrives in the industry as the ultimate heartbeat. \n\n\n\nJohn\, native of Philadelphia\, quickly became noted as a child prodigy playing alongside Christian McBride and Joey Defranceso at the age 16. The trio was part of the Duke Ellington Orchestra\, a project created and directed by Wynton Marsalis\, comprised of the country’s 22 best young jazz musicians. In 2020 the trio had a Reunion Residency including Kirk Rosenwinkel at the Blue Note. \n\n\n\nUnder full scholarship at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts in 1991\, Lil’ John studied for 2 years and started his touring career with Hip Hop Artists DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith).  From there\, he moved to Atlanta\, Georgia\, where he started recording and touring with Dionne Farris\, Xscape\, Monica\, The Goodie MOB\, and Joi. At the request to fill in for Jonathan Moffet\, John began touring with Janet Jackson at the age of 23 and continued to tour with her for two decades. \n\n\n\nHis television credits include: houseband drummer for the Monique Show\, Queen Latifah Show\, Ray Charles Tribute (Live at the Staples Center)\, Tribute to Quincy Jones\, American Idol\, American Music Awards\, Black Music Honors Show\, MTV Music Awards\, Billboard Awards\, Image Awards\, Trumpet Awards\, VH1 Fashion Awards\, BET Soultrain Awards\, Jay Leno\, David Letterman\, Chris Rock Show\, Oprah\, Ellen Degeneres\, Good Morning America\, Good Day Atlanta\, Jimmy Kimmel\, Arsenio Hall\, The View\, Saturday Night Live\, Pre Grammy Show\, several seasons of BET’s Sundays Best\, Apollo Live\, BET Comicview\, Stevie Wonder’s “A House Full of Toys” Tribute and more. \n\n\n\nThese two musical greats will be accompanied by The Senators\, including Phil Davis and Tres Gilbert.
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/friday-august-27th-the-nicholas-payton-and-john-roberts-experience/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T230000
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SUMMARY:Saturday\, August 28th:  The Nicholas Payton and John Roberts Experience  *** SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  SOLD OUT!!  ***
DESCRIPTION: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 debut as a leader with From This Moment (Verve). Since then\, Payton has consistently committed himself to developing his distinct voice. \n\n\n\nHe appears in the final episode of HBO’s Treme as an actor and musician performing his composition\, “The Backward Step.”Nicholas is a Distinguished Artist and Visiting Lecturer at Tulane University. He has taught master classes\, clinics and workshops at over 40 institutions\, including Berklee College of Music\, The Connecticut Forum (with Beverly Sills\, Bobby Weir and Trey Anastasio)\, Cornell University\, Institute of Superior Arts (Havana\, Cuba)\, Loyola University\, Northwestern University\, Oberlin College & Conservatory\, Skidmore College\, Stanford University\, Thelonious Monk Institute\, et. al. \n\n\n\nA highly sought-after drummer\, John “Lil’ John” Roberts thrives in the industry as the ultimate heartbeat. \n\n\n\nJohn\, native of Philadelphia\, quickly became noted as a child prodigy playing alongside Christian McBride and Joey Defranceso at the age 16. The trio was part of the Duke Ellington Orchestra\, a project created and directed by Wynton Marsalis\, comprised of the country’s 22 best young jazz musicians. In 2020 the trio had a Reunion Residency including Kirk Rosenwinkel at the Blue Note. \n\n\n\nUnder full scholarship at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts in 1991\, Lil’ John studied for 2 years and started his touring career with Hip Hop Artists DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith).  From there\, he moved to Atlanta\, Georgia\, where he started recording and touring with Dionne Farris\, Xscape\, Monica\, The Goodie MOB\, and Joi. At the request to fill in for Jonathan Moffet\, John began touring with Janet Jackson at the age of 23 and continued to tour with her for two decades. \n\n\n\nHis television credits include: houseband drummer for the Monique Show\, Queen Latifah Show\, Ray Charles Tribute (Live at the Staples Center)\, Tribute to Quincy Jones\, American Idol\, American Music Awards\, Black Music Honors Show\, MTV Music Awards\, Billboard Awards\, Image Awards\, Trumpet Awards\, VH1 Fashion Awards\, BET Soultrain Awards\, Jay Leno\, David Letterman\, Chris Rock Show\, Oprah\, Ellen Degeneres\, Good Morning America\, Good Day Atlanta\, Jimmy Kimmel\, Arsenio Hall\, The View\, Saturday Night Live\, Pre Grammy Show\, several seasons of BET’s Sundays Best\, Apollo Live\, BET Comicview\, Stevie Wonder’s “A House Full of Toys” Tribute and more. \n\n\n\nThese two musical greats will be accompanied by The Senators\, including Phil Davis and Tres Gilbert \n\n\n\n\n\n***  SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!   SOLD OUT!!  ***
URL:https://thevelvetnote.com/event/saturday-august-28th-the-nicholas-payton-and-john-roberts-experience/
LOCATION:The Velvet Note Main Stage\, 4075 Old Milton Parkway\, Alpharetta\, 30005\, United States
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