This Arts Council-funded Triple Bill UK tour comprises three exciting and original bands from Norwich. Each performance is a musical journey from bright, spare, sometimes stark, structures through some abstraction…
We’re delighted to welcome back rising star Sam Leak with his magnificent quartet. ‘This is assured and sophisticated acoustic jazz with deep roots in the tradition, that knows exactly what…
This is the final chance to see the wonderful John Bennett Band in 2016. A stalwart of the old Vortex club, they now play a monthly spot at the Vortex.…
Squelch Quartet play contemporary jazz with Nordic sensibilities, inspired by the likes of E.S.T and Jan Garbarek.
Come and celebrate Christmas in Gillett Square, outside the Vortex. Mulled wine, carols and more!
December 14 The award-winning WorldService Project return to The Vortex with a bang, having released their third album For King and Country on Rare Noise Records, and toured across the UK,…
Ed Jones never fails to create a great night of music. Known for work with the likes of Killer Shrimp, the chart-topping US3 but also extending to periods with John…
The award-winning WorldService Project return to The Vortex with a bang, having released their third album For King and Country on Rare Noise Records, and toured across the UK, Ireland, France, Italy,…
Our monthly open-minded Freedom session, run by Cleveland Watkiss, Orphy Robinson and Tori Handsley. DJ Paul Bradshaw.
Led by Italian pianist and composer Maria Chiara Argirò, the London based group brings together fresh young talent from the international music scene with an original repertoire of new compositions, characterised by their unique lyrical…
The LJO caps its 25th anniversary year at the Vortex — London’s longest jazz residency — with this great gig featuring new music by Alcyona Mick, Stuart Hall, and Josephine…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by Bruno Heinen. Tonight a special performance by The Italian Job, with Michele Tacchi and Riccardo Chiaberta, ahead of its release…
An unmissable chance to learn authentic blues from three of the most sought-after musicians on the UK’s blues scene.
The Vortex is pleased to showcase the SPARK label, which is home to exciting musicians from the latest generation of jazz and creative music artists. Tom Green Septet and Angus Bayley’s Scrapbook are among its artists, and will play a double bill with guests from the Label’s roster.
Join the BTF crew for a night of seasonal cheer & music Annie Whitehead trombone Deirdre Cartwright guitar Alison Rayner bass Winston Clifford drums Annie Whitehead: Trombone virtuoso best known…
Solstice is an ensemble comprising some of the foremost bandleaders and composers emerging from the thriving East London music scene, including in-demand saxophonist Tori Freestone and renowned vocalist Brigitte Beraha. They have…
UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO ILLNESS ABRAHAM BRODY IS UNABLE TO PERFORM A SOLO SET TONIGHT. HOWEVER HE WILL STILL PERFORM DURING THE DUO IMPROVISATIONS. Double bill, 2 solo sets of 40…
Singer Kate Daniels is joining forces with guitar legend John Etheridge and award-winning bass player Alec Dankworth to present a benefit concert in aid of the unaccompanied children and the mothers and…
TIME ZONE plays an innovative “deep fusion” of Cuban music and Jazz – soulful, catchy and rhythmically provocative. Cuban elements are re-assembled, or mutated to fit odd meters – bilingual…
Back for their #SwingSunday residency, MOJO (the Moderately Optimistic Jazz Orchestra) are back to play you everything from laid-back & up-tempo swing, Latin and funk to the traditional (Buddy Rich, Count…
ELDA is celebrating the beauty and importance of exploring and merging cultures, sharing stories that are universally relatable. Combining their personal experiences, musical heritage and cultural backgrounds, the trio composed…
DUE TO SICKNESS OF BASTIAN STEIN, THIS CONCERT HAS HAD TO BE CANCELLED. ALL TICKETS BOOKED WILL BE REFUNDED.
About Mimika Orchestra Mimika Orchestra was founded in London in 2010 by the Croatian composer and saxophonist Mak Murtic. It has been dubbed as one of London’s most creative, trans-idiomatic orchestras, taking audiences on an adventurous…
Guitarist Kristian Borring has a new quartet including pianist Rick Simpson, Jon Scott (drums), Dave Whitford (bass). It’s always exciting to be in at the start of a new band,…
Square One is an award-winning Glasgow-based quartet, known for their free-spirited original music and energised live performances. The music they play alights upon many modern touchstones such as folk, fusion,…
With three stellar albums in four years, featuring the likes of Danny Thompson, Karine Polwart, Nashville’s McCrary Sisters and even Hollywood A-Lister, Ewan McGregor, Edina’s own Ross Wilson’s rise has…
Acclaimed Israeli bass player, composer and producer Liran Donin is back again at the Vortex after some time away writing and gathering new material for his debut album which will be released…
A kaleidoscope of obscure songs from all eras of jazz. These forgotten but great tunes were all originally recorded by the giants of jazz but now out-of-print. CDave revives them…
Gilad Atzmon (Alto & Soprano Sax, Clarinet) Frank Harrison (Piano) Yaron Stavi (Bass) Chris Higginbottom (Drums) Atzmon and the Orient House Ensemble, renowned for their unique mix of jazz, folk…
Adam Glasser knows how to motivate South African music and musicians. A South African Grammy winner, he plays piano and harmonica. Tonight he leads a stellar band in compositions by…
Alan Barnes and Gilad Atzmon, two of Britain’s most celebrated saxophonists, join forces for a an evening of humour and superb music. Gilad Atzmon & Alan Barnes (Saxes and Clarinets), Yaron…
Nicki Heinen’s Words and Jazz season continues with a fascinating balance of exciting readings and then the duo of Bruno Heinen with the Cinematic Orchestra’s Heidi Vogel. James Trevelyan…
Album lauch for ‘A Magic Life’, the new CD for bass player Alison Rayner’s quintet ARQ, released on 18 November. ‘A Magic Life’ is supported by the Arts Council’s Grants…
Lopa Kothari, Max Reinhardt and Soweto Kinch showcase new jazz, world and contemporary artists discovered through BBC Introducing on Jazz Now, Late Junction and World on 3. Kourelou are an…
Our monthly concert with iconic improviser Evan Parker continues this month with his long-standing musical partners John Edwards (bass), Mark Sanders (Drums). Expect empathy, energy and emotion.
Phelan Burgoyne Trio Martin Speake – Saxophone Rob Luft – Guitar Phelan Burgoyne – Drums Expect strong melodies, visceral grooves and meditative improvisations based around the music of iconic drummer…
Hannes Riepler leads our weekly session, involving some of the finest young musicians in London turning up to enjoy the company and the music. For the London Jazz Festival itself,…
Two album launches to end the festival. Albert Mangelsdorf Prize winning pianist + bass (on Babel); one by saxophonist Camilla George on Ubuntu
Hans Koller (Valve Trombone, Euphonium) Martin Speake (Alto Saxophone) Calum Gourlay (Bass) TBC (Drums) Taking inspiration from the Steve Lacy/Roswell Rudd School Days band from the early 1960s, Thelonious explore the…
Mopomoso presenting the finest in free improvisation since 1991 Yoko Arai (piano) / John Russell (guitar) duo + Mark Wastell Quintet – Mark Wastell (cello) / Olie Brice (bass) /…
Appropriate for our late night season! We are happy that the Loop Collective, with Dave Smith, Rory Simmons are putting together a special late night show. Full details in the…
Bruno Heinen – Keys Tony Kofi – Sax Neville Malcolm – Bass Winston Clifford – Drums Bruno’s regular night is joined by the raw saxophone sounds of Tony Kofi…
Exciting French pianist + a premier guitar/organ/drums trio + Bruno Heinen’s Vivaldi-inspired concerto for piano and strings
Hans Koller (Valve Trombone, Euphonium) Martin Speake (Alto Saxophone) Calum Gourlay (Bass) TBC (Drums) Taking inspiration from the Steve Lacy/Roswell Rudd School Days band from the early 1960s, Thelonious explore the…
A late night top notch big band
Paula Rae Gibson/Mike Forrest Flynn/Sam Leak; Rory Simmons/Chris Montague/Jon Scott
Some Things (Chris Dowding and Ben Higham) is an ‘arresting trumpet duo’ from Norwich hosting a short residency at the Vortex Downstairs during the London Jazz festival. When not playing…
LOOP CLUB NIGHT FOFOULAH SOUND SYSTEM LEAFCUTTER JOHN SURVIVAL SKILLS DAN NICHOLLS / ALEX BONNEY BE NICE Loop Collective curates a club night featuring some of London’s most distinctive artists in…
Benoit Delbecq/Petter Eldh/Jonas Burgwinkel; Kit Downes/Petter Eldh/James Maddren
As part of our cosmopolitan enthusiasm, we are delighted to welcome Niklas Winter, Finnish jazz guitarist, composer and teacher. Performing in the intimacy of our Downstairs space with Henry Lowther (trumpet),…