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Sun 15 March 2026

Vortex Jam Session with Nick Costley-White

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted London’s finest – members and musicians go free!

Sat 14 March 2026

Vortex Lates: Peter Ehwald Trio

Peter Ehwald Trio – an improvisational pull in which anything is possible thanks to his irrepressible joy of playing — jazz tradition, heartbreaking ballads and his sky-high search for freedom

Iain Ballamy Quartet – Riversphere

The complex interconnectedness of rivers and the surrounding environment is defined as Riversphere. This concept shares similarities to the interconnectivity between musical genres, the players, the listener and the performance itself.

Fri 13 March 2026

Mark Lockheart – Shapeshifter Trio

Taking the exploratory spirit of groups like Polar Bear and Malija the band move together through a common language of jazz, rock, classical and free improvisation exploring dark textures and dramatic musical shifts as they revel in the unexpected!

Dalston Song Club: Ed Begley and Alex Bonney

Doors 6:45 PM, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music About: Dalston Song Club   Our monthly series brings together some of the most prominent voices in contemporary songwriting,…

Thu 12 March 2026

Jonny Mansfield Quartet

Vibraphonist, composer and winner of the prestigious Kenny Wheeler Jazz Prize, Jonny Mansfield is regarded as one of the UK’s outstanding young jazz talents. Expect superb musicianship, exhilarating collective interplay and dazzling solos.

Wed 11 March 2026

Adam Glasser SA & Beyond Quartet

South African harmonica player/pianist performs material from his most recent Award winning album on Gallo Records ‘Adam Glasser SA & Beyond’ (Mzantsi Jazz Awards 2025 Best Traditional Jazz Album).

Noah Ojumu Quartet

Noah Ojumu is a London-based jazz drummer and composer whose quartet is defined by strong rhythmic melodies and dynamic interplay.

Tue 10 March 2026

Ant Law & Morten Haxholm

The launch of a brand new collaboration between the prolific, virtuosic bass hero Morten Haxholm (DK) and Ant Law – named a rising star in the 2025 Downbeat Critic’s Poll. They’ll present brand new music written for each other.

Sun 08 March 2026

Vortex Jam Session with Rick Simpson

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

International Women’s Day Concert: Faarjam Saidi (Fundraiser)

This International Women’s Day, Faarjam Saidi, Kourosh Kanani and Myra Brownbridge are joining forces to raise awareness in solidarity with the recent protests in Iran and raise money to support young women internationally.

Sat 07 March 2026

Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi: Whispers of Rain – Live EP Presentation

Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi are a dynamic jazz duo blending harp, saxophone, flute, percussion and electronics to create immersive soundscapes. They first performed on stage during a concert with Pharoah Sanders at the Barbican for the London Jazz Festival 2017.

Fri 06 March 2026

Thu 05 March 2026

Vortex Unplugged: George Crotty Trio

Canadian cellist George Crotty has forged his own exciting vocabulary, pushing the boundaries of the cello. Following his graduation from the Berklee College of Music, Crotty immersed himself in New York’s jazz and world music scenes, playing with several ensembles, such as the Brooklyn Raga Massive, and Detroit-based National Arab Orchestra.

Talkline

Doors 6:45 PM, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set of music   Line-up: Will Hobson – Piano Amy Hollingsworth – Voice Rory Hudson – Double bass   About: Talkline represents…

Wed 04 March 2026

Florian Arbenz “Conversation_LAB” feat. Greg Osby

In this cross-continental collaboration, acclaimed Swiss drummer Florian Arbenz joins piano-star Ivo Neame from London, US sax legend Greg Osby and topnotch bassist Orlando De Fleming to launch ‚Conversation_LAB’.

Malcolm/McCarthy/Harris

Nick Malcolm’s new trio is a joyous celebration of favourite composers whose tunes he loves to play – in loving imitation of canonical tenor/bass/drums trios.

Tue 03 March 2026

[CANCELLED] Olga Amelchenko Quartet “Howling Silence”

Howling Silence is the powerful new album from Russian and Paris-based saxophonist Olga Amelchenko. Marking a pivotal moment in her artistic journey, the record embodies the emotional depths of personal struggle and the nuanced complexities of living between worlds.

Mon 02 March 2026

Noah Stoneman Trio

London-born NYC-based pianist Noah Stoneman launches his new trio album ‘Dance at Zero’ with his long time collaborators. Rare chance to catch this band and this exciting set of original music.

Sun 01 March 2026

London Jazz Orchestra Vortex Sessions – “Spring”

The LJO, ever refreshed with new talent, features its new generation, with music by singer Brigitte Beraha, guitarist Nick Costly-White, bassist Calum Gourlay, saxophonist Tori Freestone, trumpeter Miguel Gorodi, and pianist Alcyona Mick. Also featuring legendary players Henry Lowther and Paul Clarvis, the band, directed by Scott Stroman, remains as vital as ever in its 35th year.

Sat 28 February 2026

Henry Spencer ‘The Defector’

Before leaving the UK for a European tour Henry Spencer comes to the Vortex. He launched his latest album ‘The Defector’ (“A masterpiece” – Jazz in Europe) following international touring, TV and radio broadcasts and the increase of audiences and followers worldwide.

Local & Live: Görkem Özalp Trio

Local & Live in Hackney is a collective of local musicians and artists supporting performers and celebrating the diverse musical traditions of Hackney and East London.

Fri 27 February 2026

Vortex Lates: Lior Solomons-Wise Quartet

Pianist and Dankworth prize-winning composer Lior Solomons-Wise brings his quartet to the Vortex for an evening of captivating original music. Although born and raised in London, many of Lior’s compositions take inspiration from the wilder parts of the UK.

Adam O’Farrill’s ELEPHANT

ELEPHANT is a quartet led by the Brooklyn-born-and-bred composer Adam O’Farrill, featuring Yvonne Rogers on piano, prepared piano, and synthesizer, Walter Stinson on double bass, Russell Holzman on drums.

Thu 26 February 2026

Whirlpool: Dom Howard

Our Whirlpool series for this month is led by guitarist, composer and producer Dom Howard. He brings a quintet lineup to performing Dom’s original music in a brand new lineup.

Wed 25 February 2026

Goldmark/Williams/Lisle

A performance of multi directional improvised music.

Sun 22 February 2026

Vortex Jam Session with Huw V Williams

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Sat 21 February 2026

Julian Siegel Quartet

With the Julian Siegel Quartet, the BBC Jazz Award winning saxophonist and composer Julian Siegel can be heard alongside some of this generation’s most distinctive voices, creating an in-demand Quartet on the UK and European Jazz scene.

Fri 20 February 2026

Niklas Lukassen – Still Waters

On album lunch day, Niklas Lukassen brings his program Still Waters to the Vortex in a stellar line up of creatives he has worked with in contrasting ensembles. His highly anticipated band leader debut release on Kurt Rosenwinkel’s Heartcore Records, is a radiant display of his combined talents as a bassist, composer and vocalist.

Thu 19 February 2026

Somatiqi

Doors 6:45 PM, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music   Line-up: Mike Perry – Drums Faye Thompson – Alto saxophone Safiyya Babio – fender rhodes About: Live Electronic…

Wed 18 February 2026

Alexander Hawkins Solo

Alexander Hawkins is a composer, pianist, organist, and bandleader who is ‘unlike anything else in modern creative music’, described by Point of Departure as ‘an early 21st century pioneer…a musician with frightening resources’.

Colin Webster / John Edwards / Andrew Lisle

Prolific sax and drums duo Colin Webster and Andrew Lisle are joined by world-renowned bassist John Edwards for an evening of ferocious and fearless improvised music.

Tue 17 February 2026

Midweek Downstairs Jam

Welcoming and relaxed, come for a drink, sit back and enjoy the music, or bring your horns, sticks and strings to join in during the second set.

Sun 15 February 2026

Vortex Jam Session

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Sat 14 February 2026

Fri 13 February 2026

Vortex Lates: Sacha Harlan’s Contexture

Contexture is a continuation of Sacha Harlan’s musical partnership with bassist Kobe Heath-Ngugi, interwoven with the tightly unified pairing of saxophonist George Mooney and trombonist Olivia Hughes.

Fabrice Tarel ft. Tom Ollendorff

The Fabrice Tarel Quartet makes its first UK visit with a programme of lyrical, contemporary jazz – known for its melodic depth and rhythmic finesse.

Thu 12 February 2026

Marta Gornitzka: Remembering Sheila Jordan

Led by Marta Gornitzka on vocals, the project is a tribute to the legendary vocalist Sheila Jordan, celebrating her unique improvisational and storytelling approach to jazz.

Kit Downes, Tom Challenger and Benedict Taylor

Having played together for over 15 years, recorded albums together like as Dreamlife of Debris (ECM), toured all over Europe, Kit and Tom are now working on new material in evolving new constellations.

Wed 11 February 2026

Hannes Riepler Quartet

Guitarist Hannes Riepler leads a quartet of distinctive voices from the contemporary London jazz scene, bringing together original music that is lyrical, searching, and rhythmically alive.

Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe trio

Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe is a pianist and composer from North London whose lyrical improvisational style and challenging harmonic depth have marked him as a uniquely special musician. His compositions are distinct in their beautifully crafted melodies, and yet there is also a dedication in his playing which speaks to a deep need to push forward and challenge the sound.

Sun 08 February 2026

Vortex Jam Session With Kezia Abuoma

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Sat 07 February 2026

Amigos Del Groove

Expect a cozy dancefloor, records only, house party vibes, and an inclusive space open to everyone who wants to boogie.

Tony Kofi & 52nd Street

Tony Kofi & 52nd Street: a new project which explores the beginnings of bebop, when New York’s 52nd Street was buzzing with the new music and the first generation of modern jazz musicians was turning the music world on its head.

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