Carol Grimes
An evening with The Singers Tale and The Singer’s songs… Previewing extracts from a book and the songs that also tell the tale. With Dorian Ford (piano) / Neville Malcolm…
Fri 28 February 2014
Thu 27 February 2014
Let Spin + Partikel
Let Spin return to the Vortex to celebrate the release of their debut album. Let Spin Let Spin were formed in a rather fortuitous fashion in June 2012 when another…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Wed 26 February 2014
Melange
Formed by jazz and world music cellist Shirley Smart on returning from 10 years in Jerusalem playing and studying the musics of the region, Melange seamlessly blend popular North African rai…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Tue 25 February 2014
Christian Wallumrød Ensemble
“Somewhere in the intersecting corridors of jazz, modernist composition, Scando-folk and early church music, there’s a small interior chamber that’s not quite silent, and this is what you’ll find there.”…
Mon 24 February 2014
Blue Touch Paper
Colin Towns’ Anglo-German six piece, Blue Touch Paper, released their debut album ‘Stand Well Back’ in 2012, turning heads and prompting ecstatic reviews “…catchy hooks, knotty rhythms and moodscapes…” MOJO. Their…
Sun 23 February 2014
Penny Rimbaud and Liam Noble present The Pity of War: the complete war poems of Wilfred Owen
‘THE PITY OF WAR’, the complete war poems of Wilfred Owen recited by Penny Rimbaud with Liam Noble on piano and visuals by Gee Vaucher. In memory not of victory but of…
SPiKE Orchestra
Composers Sam Eastmond and Nikki Franklin present two eclectic projects. Rooted in improvised music their duo recording of spontaneous compositions ‘Matisse’ inspires the first set which sees them joined by legendary British drummer Pete…
Sat 22 February 2014
Ian Shaw
One of Britain’s most inventive jazz vocalists, Shaw’s remarkable vocal range and mesmerising style has seen him breathe life into pop tunes and standards, reinventing even the most maudlin showtunes…
Vox Voices
If you think you can sing, if you think you can’t if you love singing, if you’ve always wanted to be in a choir…. Come and join this relaxed, friendly…
Fri 21 February 2014
Lubomyr Melnyk
Following sold out London shows in 2013, we’re thrilled to welcome Lubomyr Melnyk to the Vortex. A true innovator, exploring new directions for contemporary music and pioneering ‘Continuous Piano Music’, Lubomyr…
Lubomyr Melynk
Following sold out London shows in 2013, we’re thrilled to welcome Lubomyr Melnyk to the Vortex. A true innovator, exploring new directions for contemporary music and pioneering ‘Continuous Piano Music’, Lubomyr…
Thu 20 February 2014
Evan Parker
John Russell (guitar) / John Edwards (bass) / Evan Parker (saxophone) Monthly Vortex residency with the master of free improvisation. A major force in European improvising, Evan Parker has collaborated with everyone…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Wed 19 February 2014
Kairos 4tet
“A beguiling mix of soulful jazz-folk songs and kinetic modern jazz.” ★★★★ Jazzwise Returning to The Vortex, MOBO award-winning Kairos 4tet (Best Jazz Act) will be performing music from their critically acclaimed…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Tue 18 February 2014
John Law’s Boink!
John Law‘s new project, exploring electronic sounds and effects over drum grooves. Spontaneous group interaction between keyboards, soprano/bass clarinet and guitar, coming out of pre-composed electronic music scores. Underpinned by…
Mon 17 February 2014
Daniele Martini / Dominic Lash / Mark Sanders
Italian saxophone firebrand Daniele Martini joins forces with two top notch British improvisers to create this trio exploring wide-ranging improvisation, rich textural invention and dynamics. DANIELE MARTINI / saxophones Born in…
Sun 16 February 2014
Mopomoso
Since its inception some years ago Mopomoso’s end of year improvisorama has become a focal point for musicians to come and play a series short sets, meet old friends and…
Myra Melford / Chris Batchelor / Mark Sanders
-Cancelled- Due to illness Myra Melford, Chris Batchelor and Mark Sanders will not be playing on Sunday. We’re sorry for any disappointment.
Sat 15 February 2014
BB&C: Tim Berne / Nels Cline / Jim Black
Two performances: doors 8pm / 10.30pm Evening performance: doors 8pm / performance 8.45pm promptly Late performance: doors 10.30pm / performance 11pm promptly Each show will consist of one 75 minute…
BB&C: Tim Berne / Nels Cline / Jim Black
Two performances: doors 8pm / 10.30pm Evening performance: doors 8pm / performance 8.45pm promptly Late performance: doors 10.30pm / performance 11pm promptly Each show will consist of one 75 minute…
Fri 14 February 2014
Popside and The Vortex present… Darren Hayman’s Occupation
Shows Eight – Saint Valentine’s Day Darren Hayman’s Occupation is a series of monthly shows at The Vortex, Dalston. There will be a mix of sets showcasing different albums, themes…
Thu 13 February 2014
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Wed 12 February 2014
Tots Tunes
For parents and babies/toddlers (0-5s) Created and led by Tara Franks. This joy-filled class offers the opportunity for parents to sing, dance and shake along to songs from around the…
Sat 08 February 2014
Vox Voices
If you think you can sing, if you think you can’t if you love singing, if you’ve always wanted to be in a choir…. Come and join this relaxed, friendly…
Sun 02 February 2014
Vocals at the Vortex
Open mic night hosted by Romy Summers and the Bob Stuckey Trio: Bob Stuckey (piano), Jerome Davies (bass), Cheryl Alleyne (drums) Doors and singing list open at 7pm… come down early…
Wed 29 January 2014
Wodraschka / Viltard / Sanders
CHRISTINA WODRASCHKA No stranger to our shores, French pianist Christine Wodrascka has a reputation as one of the most intriguing and exciting keyboard artists. She understands how to use the…
Tue 28 January 2014
Joelle Leandre / Alex Ward / Michel Doneda + John Russell / Roger Turner
JOELLE LEANDRE French double bass player, improviser and composer, Joëlle Léandre is one of the dominant figures of the new European music. Trained in orchestral as well as contemporary music,…
Mon 27 January 2014
Tori Handsley Trio + Narcissus
Contemporary electric-harp led trio which draws upon jazz, rock, latin and classical influences, creating a tapestry of beats and strings. Resounding riffs, driven by heavy grooves, layered with haunting free…
Sun 26 January 2014
Phil Meadows Group
After a packed out show in September the Phil Meadows Group return to the Vortex with a host of brand new material alongside a selection of music from their critically acclaimed debut…
Sat 25 January 2014
Henry Lowther / Dave Green / Paul Clarvis / Pete Hurt / Barry Green
A night of the finest music from those who were at the vanguard of the 1960s London jazz scene. HENRY LOWTHER During the sixties Henry was one of the first…
Fri 24 January 2014
Partisans
Partisans have been thrilling audiences since its formation in 1996,with its tightly knit themes and a great freedom coming from years of playing together. ‘This foursome are often cited as godfathers…
Thu 23 January 2014
The Bukky Leo Quartet
Bukky Leo is one of the most versatile and explosive saxophonists in the UK. While growing up in Lagos Nigeria, Bukky was spotted practising his first saxophone by the original…
Wed 22 January 2014
Delicatessen
We are delighted to welcome back this wonderful ensemble after their Vortex debut last year. A night of warm, joyful and beautiful music is guaranteed. Delicatessen is a London-based group…
Tue 21 January 2014
Sarah Gillespie
“Brilliant, the bee’s knees.” Robert Wyatt “Gillespie’s spiky lyrical gift is utterly distinctive.” The Metro, July 2013 Sarah Gillespie‘s music is a fusion of jazz, folk and blues knitted…
Mon 20 January 2014
A Priori: Will Butterworth / Jac Jones / Nick Pini
Tonight is the launch of new album ‘I Bought a Bike’ on Chamber Records, featuring Jac Jones sax, Will Butterworth piano, and Nick Pini on bass. A Priori are a…
Sun 19 January 2014
Mopomoso
To start the New Year, Mopomoso hosts an evening of intimate and engaging improvisations from five very different and highly skilled musicians from the UK, Switzerland and Italy. Nicola…
Fri 17 January 2014
Darren Hayman’s Occupation
Popside and Vortex present: Show seven: January Songs (Part 2) During January 2011 Darren Hayman, ex-Hefner, wrote a song for every day of the month. It was an incredibly frantic…
Thu 16 January 2014
Darren Hayman’s Occupation
Popside and Vortex present: Show seven: January Songs (Part 1) During January 2011 Darren Hayman, ex-Hefner, wrote a song for every day of the month. It was an incredibly frantic…
Wed 15 January 2014
Julian Argüelles Quartet
Kit Downes / Sam Lasserson / James Maddren / Julian Argüelles This new quartet grew out of an opportunity Julian had to play with Kit in various ensembles, they then went…
Tue 14 January 2014
Firefly Burning + Quest Ensemble
Firefly Burning Firefly Burning are an East London collective born out of a series of chance musical encounters. Bea Hankey, John Barber, Sam Glazer, James Redwood and Jack Ross create…
Mon 13 January 2014
Jonathan Brigg Quintet
This excellent young Quintet brings together five highly individual musicians with an ear for the unpredictable. Defiant of categorization and yet extremely accessible, their music combines elements of jazz, folk…
Sun 05 January 2014
Vocals at the Vortex
Open mic night hosted by Romy Summers and the Bob Stuckey Trio: Bob Stuckey (piano), Jerome Davies (bass), Cheryl Alleyne (drums) Doors and singing list open at 7pm… come down early…
Tue 03 December 2013
Frode Gjerstad / Paal Nilssen-Love / Jon Rune Strøm
Paal Nilssen-Love – drums Jon Rune Strøm – bass Frode Gjerstad – sax, clarinets Paal and Frode grew up in Stavanger and have played together since Paal was 15 years…
Mon 02 December 2013
New Simplicity Quartet: Ben Kraef / Bruno Heinen / Andrea Di Biase / Antonio Fusco
This quartet is led by German-born, New York heavyweight tenor sax player Ben Kraef who’s played with Archie Shepp, Fred Hersch & Gunther Schuller and features an international and acclaimed rhythm section…