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Jazz Legends Headline Velvet Note Concert
Simon Mogul Quartet features Curtis Lundy and Bobby Watson for post-winter return to live music
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Simon Mogul Quartet, featuring legendary jazz musicians Curtis Lundy on bass and Bobby Watson on alto saxophone, is set to perform two shows on Wednesday, February 25th at The Velvet Note in Alpharetta, Georgia. The concert promises an evening of rich interplay, deep groove, and musical conversation at the highest level as the trio blends modern fire with deep jazz tradition.
Why it matters
The concert marks a highly anticipated return to live music in the Alpharetta area after a long winter, providing jazz fans an opportunity to experience world-class musicians in an intimate setting. The Velvet Note has established itself as a premier destination for live jazz, making this a must-attend event for local music enthusiasts.
The details
Saxophonist Simon Mogul will lead the quartet, bringing his fearless, forward-leaning sound that blends modern jazz with deep tradition. Joining Mogul are two legendary jazz artists - bassist Curtis Lundy, whose resonant tone and masterful musicianship have powered generations of great bands, and alto saxophonist Bobby Watson, a renowned composer and educator known for his soulful tone and hard-bop roots from his time with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
- The concert will take place on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
- There will be two showtimes - 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM.
The players
Simon Mogul
A fearless, forward-leaning saxophonist who blends modern fire with deep jazz tradition.
Curtis Lundy
A legendary jazz bassist whose resonant tone and masterful musicianship have powered generations of great bands.
Bobby Watson
A renowned alto saxophonist, composer, and educator known for his soulful tone, hard-bop roots, and decades of leadership, including his tenure with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
The Velvet Note
A premier destination for live jazz in Alpharetta, Georgia.
What’s next
Tickets for the Simon Mogul Quartet concert at The Velvet Note are $42 and can be purchased online or at the venue.
The takeaway
The Simon Mogul Quartet's performance at The Velvet Note promises to be a must-see event for jazz enthusiasts in the Alpharetta area, offering a chance to experience world-class musicianship in an intimate setting and marking a highly anticipated return to live music after a long winter.
