Three of the most exciting improvisers in the country, in an ongoing trio that ranges from fiery, propulsive free jazz to the most detailed explorations of sound and texture.

A double bill featuring two new projects: IOMOON feat. bassist Ruth Goller and drummer/keyboard player Emanuele Maniscalco + PANDO PANDO feat. Alex Bonney (electronics) + Will Glaser and Jem Doulton on drums.

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

An afternoon mixing of standards, as well as a touch of French, South African and Latin sounds.

High energy and intense free improvisations from this new group.

Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.

From the pen of this prolific and prodigious creative comes Airborn, a suite of related pieces featuring the mighty talents of virtuoso guitarist Rob Luft.

An imaginative reworking of some of Duke Ellington’s iconic  compositions, from the early Cotton Club blues material to Swing hits and through to the exotica that was inspired by Ellington’s extensive travels.

The W is Bruno Heinen’s new London-based contemporary jazz group. The band features Heidi Vogel on wordless vocals, Andrea Di Biase on double bass, Gene Calderazzo on drums and Bruno Heinen on piano.

Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.

Hannes Riepler makes a habit of teaming up with some of the great saxophonists around, such as Chris Cheek. Here he joins with Peter Ehwald from Berlin to play their own original music as well as lively takes upon standards.

Scottish drummer and composer Graham Costello creates minimalist-inspired music that ranges from ambient and post-rock, to jazz improvisation and noise rock.

Vienna born London based saxophonist Guido Spannocchi returns to the Vortex after his sold out album release show in June 2021 with a quartet feat. Ruth Goller (bass), Danny Keane (Fender Rhodes) and Tristan Banks (drums).

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Music of Jewish origin and cutting edge jazz sounds fused together to create Jewish music as you’ve never heard it before. Led by inspirational band leader Sam Eastmond (Spike Orchestra, John Zorn) this is music for the next generation performed by the next generation.

Featuring Jim Watson & Ian Thomas, this trio, specially put together for the Vortex, will ‘burn’ an amalgam of bluesy jazz and jazzy blues, intense, exciting and committed. Three masters at the top of their game.

Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.

The return of legendary British trumpet player Henry Lowther and his ‘Still Waters’ band feat. Pete Hurt (tenor saxophone), Barry Green (piano), Dave Green (double bass) and Paul Clarvis (drums).

English trumpeter Tom Syson and Austrian trumpeter Dominik Fuss lead this quintet feat. Jacky Naylor (piano), Huw V Williams (double bass) & Jay Davis (drums)

Founded by saxophonist/composer, Asha Parkinson in 2017, Kalpadruma is an exciting collective exploring connection between Arabic, Turkish, Indian, Contemporary Classical and Jazz musics.

  This is not a jazz night, but a night to find new friends, new styles and more. 6 Hours of performances of music and dance. That’s £1 an hour!!!…

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

In Zone-B, Buckley and Batchelor have joined forces with the world class rhythm section of Rob Luft, Tom Herbert and Gene Calderazzo  to present fiery and soulful original music inspired by the range and depth of the musical experiences they have enjoyed together.

Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.

After playing together for over twenty years in various guises, Pete Wareham, Seb Rochford and Ruth Goller come together as an improvising group for the very first time.

Join Brazilian singer Luna Cohen and her band on a joyful and powerful journey where colorful grooves of Afro-Brazilian influences celebrate the diversity of Brazilian culture.

Join Brazilian singer Luna Cohen and her band on a joyful and powerful journey where colorful grooves of Afro-Brazilian influences celebrate the diversity of Brazilian culture.

‘Sean is a fantastic player and has great ears; and he can swing!’

‘Sean is a fantastic player and has great ears; and he can swing!’

What is the effect of where, when and the origination of the music and musicians? For example, the impact of being in a club, on the main stage of a…

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Cath Longbottom’s film weaves concert and rehearsal footage around an extensive interview with veteran free pianist Howard Riley as he reflects on his career, evolution and ethos. The documentary will be accompanied by a concert film of Riley’s last ever collaboration with Keith Tippett at the Steinway Spirio Two-Piano Festival at London’s PizzaExpress Soho in March 2016.

The Flame is a fierce new improvising trio making their Vortex debut. Featuring Robert Mitchell (Piano/Perc/Poetry), Mark Sanders (Drums) and Neil Charles (Bass) – they bring a hugely accomplished individual and international renown.

One show with two bands – don’t miss out on some of the most exciting and innovative music coming out of London.