A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ a few guests), each one hosting one session on rotation.
Expect an array of freely improvised Mopomoso bursts from some of the U.K.‘s most popular freely improvising musicians! Come & join us to celebrate yet another wondrous Mopomoso year, WAHOO!
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
Born out of Tony Kofi & Alex Webb’s shared love of Ellington, The Pocket Ellington manages what ought to be impossible – creating a classic Ellingtonian sound with just four horns & a rhythm section. But with Kofi, Alan Barnes, Andy Davies and David Lalljee on hand, anything is possible. Veteran bassist Dave Green and powerhouse drummer Winston Clifford provide the swing.
Our monthly late night series brings songwriters together to perform in the round, hosted by Matthew Herd. Tonight we are joined by brilliant writer and guitarist Arun Thava and his band.
Pianist Sultan Stevenson returns to the Vortex with his trio featuring Jacob Gryn on double bass and Joel Waters on drums. A Londoner with roots in the Caribbean, Sultan is a product of both Tomorrow’s Warriors and the Julian Joseph Jazz Academy. He is influenced by the work of many of the greats of the jazz piano, including McCoy Tyner, Geri Allen, Herbie Hancock and Kenny Kirkland.
We welcome back the World Music Big Band with a new leader, Steve Pretty on trumpet and featuring Alison Rayner on bass and Mark Huggett on drums.
Curated by cellist Shirley Smart, Creations features a set by invited artists from the UKs vibrant free improvisation scene, followed by an acoustic jam session.
A quartet of extraordinary improvisers: John Butcher (saxophones), Dominic Lash (double bass), Steve Noble (drums), and Pat Thomas (piano). This concert will be the group’s first performance since the album’s release – don’t miss a very rare chance to catch this remarkable group.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ a few guests), each one hosting one session on rotation.
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
Join us for an evening of classic songs from 1940’s/50’s by USA and UK songbook composers. Zoe Francis beautiful voice and sensitive storytelling of a great lyric, will be backed by three leading UK musicians, legendary guitarist Jim Mullen, the incomparable Ross Stanley organ, and swinging Steve Brown drums.
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been cancelled. We apologise for the disappointment. All ticket holders will be refunded.
The W is a newly established London-based contemporary jazz quartet of outstanding musicality creating chamber jazz that is as exciting and inventive, as it is elegant and sophisticated.
Legacy of Sound presents a special double bill featuring Awale Jant Band & Kawson Band, set to light up the stage with their infectious rhythms and captivating tunes.
Jamie Pye is a London-based jazz guitarist and composer with roots in both Australia and New Zealand. Drawing influence from all music and art and traditions, he pays particular attention towards the work of composers and bandleaders Brian Blade, Kendrick Scott, Petros Klampanis, Aaron Parks, Mike Moreno and Gilad Hekselman.
Beyond the Blue are an exciting, up-and-coming London-based Jazz band. Their music, written and arranged by pianist/composer Jude Lane, draws influence from a wide range of genres ranging from UK dance music to jazz and classical music, with a unique instrumentation of: cello, guitar, alto, tenor and rhythm section.
Gan Gemi (pronounced Gan-je-mee) is a young artist gaining a serious reputation as an arranger, producer and beatmaker, creating soundscapes which incorporate elements of jazz, electronic, classical and hip hop into a heady brew that speak directly to the soul.
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.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ a few guests), each one hosting one session on rotation.
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
Saxophonist Jean Toussaint presents a special edition of his quartet JT4 feat. special guest Cleveland Watkiss.
Saxophonist Jean Toussaint presents a special edition of his quartet JT4 feat. special guest Cleveland Watkiss.
Converting Vortex Downstairs into their very own living room, vocalists Rebecka Edlund and Immy Churchill invite you to a night of storytelling through music. With their shared love for songwriting and improvisation, the singers intertwine their unique voices with some of the most exciting musicians in the UK.
Made up of long term collaborators and dear friends, the Annie Whitehead 4tet delivers a powerful and joyous mix of African grooves, blustery free jazz, Ellingtonian expressionism, reggae stylings and bursts of driving blues.
Mike Chillingworth Quartet (Ivo Neame, Tom Farmer & Jon Scott) celebrate the release of their new album Friday the Thirteenth on Ubuntu Music.
A new series of monthly Whirlpool concerts continues at the Vortex, with a new cohort of musicians. They are all recent graduates of the main London music conservatoires and have…
Lukas DeRungs is an award winning pianist-composer hailing from Mannheim, Germany, whose inspiration ranges from contemporary jazz to renaissance choral music. his upcoming second album ‘Inner Cell Flux’ sees him return to a quintet setting alongside four of his favourite improvising musicians: Immy Churchill, Karim Saber, Jonas Esser and Jan Dittmann.
Saxophonist and composer Nikita Korzoun, born in Tallinn, has always been passionate about jazz. He strives to bring back traditional jazz through his music while incorporating modern knowledge, skills, and sounds. The concert is supported by the Estonian Embassy in London.
An afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Rachael Cohen, Iain Ballamy, Robert Mitchell, Gareth Lockrane, Rob Barron, Winston Clifford, Fini Bearman, Brigitte Beraha, Ines Loubet, Larry Bartley, Tom Farmer and more!
An afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Rachael Cohen, Iain Ballamy, Robert Mitchell, Gareth Lockrane, Rob Barron, Winston Clifford, Fini Bearman, Brigitte Beraha, Ines Loubet, Larry Bartley, Tom Farmer and more!
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ a few guests), each one hosting one session on rotation.
The centrepiece of the LJO’s Festival performance is Stroman’s uplifting new suite Between Earth and Sky, creating space for the band’s outstanding soloists and vocalist Brigitte Beraha as it travels through a range of emotions, grooves and feels.
Twice a month, join us on a journey to extend standard jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
The London-based quartet has honed its chemistry through many hours playing together. Stone-Lonergan, Simpson, Hayhurst and Glaser all contribute compositions, which are all designed to experiment with the freedom of music within the structure of a loose container.
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
Award winning pianist and composer, Nikki Iles brings her 20 piece Jazz Orchestra back to the Vortex, gathering together commissions from over the years, new orchestrations of her own small band tunes and new compositions, all played by the remarkable band she has assembled.
Award winning pianist and composer, Nikki Iles brings her 20 piece Jazz Orchestra back to the Vortex, gathering together commissions from over the years, new orchestrations of her own small band tunes and new compositions, all played by the remarkable band she has assembled.
Drawing from the worlds of Celtic, European & American folk music, alongside 20th Century jazz icons, trumpet-player and composer Laura Jurd joins forces with bassist Ruth Goller and drummer Dave Smith, plus special guest Cori Smith (viola) to present melodies old and new.
BAN BAM is an initiative of Improvised Music Company in Dublin supporting women and gender diverse composers in jazz and improvised music. With new work from commissioned artists: Meilana Gillard, Bianca Gannon and Carole Nelson.
Tim Berne’s work is characterized by tireless artistic dedication and creativity. His newly formed trio with accordionist and multi-instrumentalist Aurora Nealand and cellist Hank Roberts takes the listener on a sonically adventurous journey on Oceans And and delights with much imagination and amazing musical diversity.
Tim Berne’s work is characterized by tireless artistic dedication and creativity. His newly formed trio with accordionist and multi-instrumentalist Aurora Nealand and cellist Hank Roberts takes the listener on a sonically adventurous journey on Oceans And and delights with much imagination and amazing musical diversity.
Retaining their trademark acoustic punk sound, the Teis Semey Quintet pulls the listener along for a wild, acoustic, energetic and alive album of unique music courtesy of Semey.
Pianist John Escreet, hailed by Time Out London as a “transatlantic jazz genius,” continues his artistic ascent with the bold, exploratory new album Seismic Shift (Whirlwind Recordings).
Pianist John Escreet, hailed by Time Out London as a “transatlantic jazz genius,” continues his artistic ascent with the bold, exploratory new album Seismic Shift (Whirlwind Recordings).
Come & join us for another special Mopomoso featuring Oren Marshall (tuba), Alan Wilkinson (reeds) & Steve Noble (drums) +
Lawrence Casserley (signal processing), Pascal Marzan (guitar), Jean-Michel Van Schouwburg (voice) & Phil Wachsmann (violin & electronics) + ARC: Gus Garside (double bass & electronics), Danny Kingshill (cello) & Sylvia Hallett (violin & electronics)
Girl Plays Jazz Project presents: a workshop and performance introducing girls and young women to jazz improvisation.
New show added due to popular demand! Django Bates makes a welcome return to his spiritual home the Vortex Jazz Club for a solo performance.
Django Bates makes a welcome return to his spiritual home the Vortex Jazz Club for a solo performance during the EFG London Jazz Festival following spontaneous sold out shows in January this year. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness one of jazz’s most innovative artists in the most intimate of settings.