Two of the UK’s finest saxophonists together with the world class rhythm section of Dave Whitford and Gene Calderazzo present a high energy quartet playing compositions by some of the creative giants of the saxophone. Expect to hear music by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman and Sonny Rollins amongst others.
Two of the UK’s finest saxophonists together with the world class rhythm section of Dave Whitford and Gene Calderazzo present a high energy quartet playing compositions by some of the creative giants of the saxophone. Expect to hear music by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman and Sonny Rollins amongst others.
Guitarist Tom Ollendorff has been fast building a reputation as an outstanding improviser and imaginative composer. His 2022 tour is a collaboration with saxophonist Ben Wendel, who over the last two decades has established himself as one of the jazz world’s most prolific and innovative voices.
Guitarist Tom Ollendorff has been fast building a reputation as an outstanding improviser and imaginative composer. His 2022 tour is a collaboration with saxophonist Ben Wendel, who over the last two decades has established himself as one of the jazz world’s most prolific and innovative voices.
This exciting new London-based quartet pays tribute to one of Europe’s greatest living accordionists and honours his work through exploring his small ensemble repertoire, along with similarly inspired compositions by group members.
This exciting new London-based quartet pays tribute to one of Europe’s greatest living accordionists and honours his work through exploring his small ensemble repertoire, along with similarly inspired compositions by group members.
At music conferences, such as Jazzahead, many different countries have their own stands to promote their local scenes. (Often giveaway alcohol seems to be the main USP!) But are there…
Mopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! Come & join us on the 4th Sunday of every month for an afternoon full of captivating musical meetings…
Dreamers is the new project from British saxophonist and composer Mark Lockheart featuring Elliot Galvin (Dinosaur, Elliot Galvin Trio), Tom Herbert (Polar Bear, The Invisible) and Dave Smith (Robert Plant).
Dreamers is the new project from British saxophonist and composer Mark Lockheart featuring Elliot Galvin (Dinosaur, Elliot Galvin Trio), Tom Herbert (Polar Bear, The Invisible) and Dave Smith (Robert Plant).
Enjoy an afternoon drink with live music from London-based instrumentalists and singers performing jazz standards.
The Larry Bartley Trio, featuring saxophonist Riley Stone-Lonergan, performs a repertoire consisting of a mixture of standards and original compositions.
The Larry Bartley Trio, featuring saxophonist Riley Stone-Lonergan, performs a repertoire consisting of a mixture of standards and original compositions.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Riley Stone-Lonergan & Will Glaser are no longer able to perform for this show. Mike Chillingworth (alto sax) and James Maddren (drums) have kindly accepted to step in.
Three young masters of sound (Tara Cunningham – Guitar / Effects; Corrie Dick – Drums / Percussion; Lara Jones – Saxophone / Electronics) join together for their first improvisational collaboration as “I don’t need light, please give me water”.
Today’s discussion encourages people to wonder about the definitions of jazz especially being thrown around today. There have always been discussions about the definition of ‘jazz’. But today, equally there…
A bi-monthly 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.
John Etheridge’s Blue Spirits is a classic guitar-led jazz organ trio and showcases the bluesier side of John’s musical repertoire. A special performance with vocalist Vimala Rowe joining the trio.
John Etheridge’s Blue Spirits is a classic guitar-led jazz organ trio and showcases the bluesier side of John’s musical repertoire. A special performance with vocalist Vimala Rowe joining the trio.
Unfortunately, due to the extreme weather conditions, we have had to make the difficult decision to postpone tonight’s gig with Filomena Campus. Travel conditions are still uncertain and we want to avoid any potential problems with travel to and from the Vortex.
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and the late notice. We will do our best to reschedule this gig as soon as possible.In the meantime, all tickets will be refunded.
Unfortunately, due to the extreme weather conditions, we have had to make the difficult decision to postpone tonight’s gig with Filomena Campus. Travel conditions are still uncertain and we want to avoid any potential problems with travel to and from the Vortex.
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and the late notice. We will do our best to reschedule this gig as soon as possible.In the meantime, all tickets will be refunded.
Look up, look down, look at O.
Tash Keary and Joe Henwood bring you a baritone sax and drums duo with a side of dubs, loud noises and heavy beats.
Look up, look down, look at O.
Tash Keary and Joe Henwood bring you a baritone sax and drums duo with a side of dubs, loud noises and heavy beats.
Pianist Basil Hodge performs some of his latest compositions. Expect a cohesive blend of latin, bossa nova, funk and of course hard swinging grooves with top class solos from Riley Stone-Lonergan (sax), Oli Hayhurst (bass) & Rod Youngs (drums).
Pianist Basil Hodge performs some of his latest compositions. Expect a cohesive blend of latin, bossa nova, funk and of course hard swinging grooves with top class solos from Riley Stone-Lonergan (sax), Oli Hayhurst (bass) & Rod Youngs (drums).
The Shape of Jazz to Come presents: Stan Sulzmann, Will Barry, Conor Chaplin & Jeff Williams. TSOJTC is a series of performances supported by the Dave Holland – Evan Parker Fund and hosted by the Vortex Jazz Club.
The Shape of Jazz to Come presents: Stan Sulzmann, Will Barry, Conor Chaplin & Jeff Williams. TSOJTC is a series of performances supported by the Dave Holland – Evan Parker Fund and hosted by the Vortex Jazz Club.
In the latest Vortex discussion, we look at the environmental aspects of music, and art. Touring, recording, performing live and disseminating the music online. Clearly, much of music is geared…
AuB (Alex Hitchcock & Tom Barford) welcome guests Jasper Høiby and Marc Michel for a special gig at the Vortex celebrating the end of a week recording their second album.
AuB (Alex Hitchcock & Tom Barford) welcome guests Jasper Høiby and Marc Michel for a special gig at the Vortex celebrating the end of a week recording their second album.
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).
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).
Unfortunately our online booking system is down at the moment but we still have tickets available on the door!
Unfortunately our online booking system is down at the moment but we still have tickets available on the door!
An array of influences in a modern genre bending sound full of infectious rhythms, explosive melodies and collective interplay.
An array of influences in a modern genre bending sound full of infectious rhythms, explosive melodies and collective interplay.
This quote – the opening sentence of LP Hartley’s “The Go Between”- seems to describe one view of categorisation of jazz for some. Musicians and music are categorised as “contemporary”,…
London’s longest jazz residency resumes as the London Jazz Orchestra celebrates its 30th anniversary season!
Cleveland Watkiss reimagines his original compositions and other works with a brand new trio featuring Menelik Claffey (bass), Tom O’Brien (piano) and Cassius Cobbson (drums).
Cleveland Watkiss reimagines his original compositions and other works with a brand new trio featuring Menelik Claffey (bass), Tom O’Brien (piano) and Cassius Cobbson (drums).
Ella Hohnen Ford is a vocalist/songwriter inspired by jazz, folk and the great songwriters of the 20th century. Her band for this performance includes pianist Noah Stoneman and a string quartet featuring Midori Jaeger, Nicole Petrus Barraks, Dom Ingham and Abbey Bowen.
Ella Hohnen Ford is a vocalist/songwriter inspired by jazz, folk and the great songwriters of the 20th century. Her band for this performance includes pianist Noah Stoneman and a string quartet featuring Midori Jaeger, Nicole Petrus Barraks, Dom Ingham and Abbey Bowen.
Nick Costley-White leads his “New Quartet” featuring the fearless and virtuosic piano playing of Phronesis pianist Ivo Neame, supported by the inventive and swinging rhythm section of double bassist Conor Chaplin (Marius Neset, Laura Jurd) and drummer James Maddren (ENEMY, Gwilym Simcock).
Nick Costley-White leads his “New Quartet” featuring the fearless and virtuosic piano playing of Phronesis pianist Ivo Neame, supported by the inventive and swinging rhythm section of double bassist Conor Chaplin (Marius Neset, Laura Jurd) and drummer James Maddren (ENEMY, Gwilym Simcock).
Odd-time palpitations, Eastern tinged melodies and full-throttle improv make up the sound of London based band Estraven.
Odd-time palpitations, Eastern tinged melodies and full-throttle improv make up the sound of London based band Estraven.
Jazz and improvised music is renowned for being innovative, especially in venues such as the Vortex. Innovation often requires stimuli, such as collaboration, new sights and sounds. Can we find…
Line-up: Craig Taborn – Piano About Ten years have passed since Craig Taborn’s Avenging Angel album was released, bringing strikingly fresh ideas to the solo piano idiom. “It reflects Mr…
In this fully improvised concert, Craig explores sounds and silences, swirling colours, densities and forms, creating new music with both poetic imagination and an iron grip on his material.
Over the past few years Alyson Cawley and Martin Speake have been collaborating closely together on diverse projects ranging from exploring South Indian music to Charlie Parker to free improvisation.