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Trumpeter and vocalist Joe Gransden joins pianist Joe Alterman for a holiday edition of the monthly brunch series, where live music is paired with informal conversation about the music.
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At Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam, a conversation about the music is part of the program, not just an introduction to it. The Dec. 13, 2026, holiday edition brings Alterman together with trumpeter and vocalist Joe Gransden at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center.
Toast & Jam is a monthly series built around pianist Joe Alterman, live music with guest musicians and an informal interview-style discussion. The format gives the audience a chance to hear from the performers as well as hear them play.
Gransden is the featured guest for this holiday edition. The event listing does not announce a setlist or specific discussion topics, so visitors should expect the stated blend of performance and conversation rather than a promised repertoire.
Further reading: Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | City Springs ↗ · Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
The venue describes Gransden as a trumpeter whose approach draws on hard bop, and a vocalist whose singing has been compared with Chet Baker and Frank Sinatra. He has performed internationally and released 19 CDs under his own name.
The event biography traces his early musical life to his family. His father sang and played piano, and Gransden recalls practicing with him before being taken along to jam sessions. His grandfather made his living as a trumpeter in New York City, and the maternal side of his family included pianist Carmen Cavallero. That background offers a personal thread for the series’ music-focused conversation, though no particular topic has been announced.
Further reading: Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | City Springs ↗ · Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
The venue lists Joe Alterman with special guest Joe Gransden for both published start times. It does not describe separate lineups or a musical difference between the sittings, so the choice is about timing rather than a stated variation in the program.
The two published start times are 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; the venue says doors open at those times. No end time is stated.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | City Springs ↗ · Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
The event is in the Studio Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
The City Springs listing gives a $30–$80 range. Sandy Springs PAC identifies a $30 “Jam - General Seating” option for a seat at the concert only; it does not include brunch. The event page links to a brunch menu but does not specify which dishes or drinks are included with each ticket. Review the menu and the terms for your selected ticket before booking.
The venue says its all-in prices include the ticket face value, facility fee and taxes; it retains a portion for facility upkeep.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | City Springs ↗ · Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
The PAC offers assisted-listening equipment in the Studio Theatre and says it can provide the equipment needed to use the system. ASL interpretation is available by request for certain shows, but it is not confirmed for this event. Requests must be made at least two weeks before the show by emailing [email protected].
For accessible parking at the PAC, the venue recommends the east garage entrance at 5 Galambos Way. Marked accessible spaces are on Level P1, with the theatre elevator beside them; if those spaces are full, the venue directs drivers to additional marked spaces on Level P2. Family restrooms with changing tables are on the lobby and balcony levels.
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Bags are subject to search. Clear bags are recommended.
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The event is in the Studio Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. For the east entrance to the underground garage, the venue recommends entering 5 Galambos Way as the GPS address; that garage entrance is off Mount Vernon Highway.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗ · Getting to Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗ · Accessibility at Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
From I-285 eastbound, take Exit 25 for Roswell Road and turn left; from I-285 westbound, take the same exit and turn right. Follow Roswell Road for just under a mile, turn onto Mount Vernon Highway, then take the first right onto Galambos Way for the garage.
The PAC’s event-parking information lists the underground deck at $10 and valet at $20 unless otherwise published. Payment is by credit card only. On-street and South Lot parking has a free first two hours, but drivers must scan the nearby QR code and register as soon as they park, even for a shorter stay; unregistered vehicles may be ticketed.
Getting to Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
Bus routes 5, 87 and 148 serve the area. Route 5 connects with the Dunwoody and Lindbergh Center rail stations; route 87 connects with North Springs and Dunwoody; route 148 connects with Sandy Springs. The venue lists stops at Roswell Road and Mount Vernon Highway, Johnson Ferry Road and Roswell Road, Roswell Road and Johnson Ferry Road, and Mount Vernon Highway at Blue Stone Road or Roswell Road, depending on route and direction. Check current schedules before traveling.
Getting to Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗ · Getting to Us | City Springs ↗
The venue’s designated taxi and rideshare drop-off and pickup address is 215 Johnson Ferry Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. The PAC says the walk from there is about two minutes.
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Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026, at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The venue says doors open at those times; no end time is listed.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | City Springs ↗ · Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
No. The $30 Jam - General Seating option is for the concert only and excludes brunch. Check the selected ticket’s terms for other inclusions.
Joe Alterman's Toast & Jam Holiday Jazz Brunch | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
No event-specific confirmation is given. The venue offers ASL interpretation by request for certain shows; requests are due at least two weeks ahead through [email protected].
Accessibility at Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
Use 215 Johnson Ferry Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, the venue’s designated taxi and rideshare drop-off and pickup point. The PAC says it is about a two-minute walk away.
Getting to Sandy Springs PAC | Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center ↗
1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
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Event, planning and background information checked 2026-11-02 against the linked sources.