Musicians who have played together for over 30 years. This group revives the Vortex Jazz Quartet, loved for many years in the era of the Vortex in Stoke Newington. Now…
Evan Parker is a titan of jazz improvisation. For this month’s show, he invites Jacob Anderskov’s Kinetics, some of the leading improvisers from Denmark, who are members of the influential…
The duo of Kit Downes on organ and Tom Challenger on saxophone perform ahead of exciting prospects into 2018. Kit is the Mercury-nominated pianist and leader of groups such as…
Petros Klampanis grew up on the Greek island of Zakynthos, surrounded by the confluence of Mediterranean and Balkan folk music. To pursue his musical passions, he dropped out of the Polytechnic…
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…
Another swinging Sunday afternoon with the marvelous London Jazz Orchestra, directed by Scott Stroman, “as fine a band as you can find anywhere” (Independent). Great composing, arranging and soloing from a band…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
Return of this band, which will be recorded live!. A veritable supergroup! Jim Hart, Dave Smith, Michael Janisch, Anthonin Tri-Hoang (heard here most recent with Eve Risser), Hannes Riepler. After…
What does a painting sound like? Erratic Scores is an experimental event merging visual arts and poetry performance. In the first part of the evening poets will perform written…
The Nick Costley-White Quartet combine their love and deep understanding for the jazz tradition with a truly fresh and modern aesthetic. The band’s repertoire draws on unique interpretations of songs from…
Duck Baker, guitar Alex Ward, clarinet John Edwards, bass Steve Noble, drums Fingerstyle guitar master Duck Baker returns to the Vortex with his trio/quartet, for another evening devoted to his…
The Tyneside Trio, now split between Newcastle, Manchester and Edinburgh and comprising Jamie Stockbridge on Alto Sax, Mike Parr-Burman on Guitar and Adam Stapleford on Drum Kit, enlisted the wisdom…
“The 16-piece MO Jazz Orchestra will be playing its residency gig at our favourite jazz club (in the afternoon!). Come and hear our eclectic mix of big band jazz. From…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
We are delighted to welcome back iconic pianist Kirk Lightsey, celebrating his 80th birthday, but playing with as much joy, energy and beauty as ever. He renews a partnership with…
Alan Wilkinson(reeds)/Pat Thomas (kbds)/John Edwards(bass)/Paul Hession(drums) This amazing first time quartet brings together long-time associates saxophonist Alan Wilkinson and drummer Paul Hession for an increasingly rare performance alongside two of the…
Vocal Global is a musical journey around the world from the Caribbean to the Middle East consisting of vocals, ethnic beat boxing with conscious lyrics in Hebrew, English and Creole.…
John Bennett Band John returns with his spirited line-up to treat us to more of his great compositions. Saxs: Rachel Bartlet, Theo Gordon, Nick Payne. Tbns: Dave Liddell, Alan Tomlinson,…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
Two musicians who have played together for over 30 years. This group revives the Vortex Jazz Quartet, loved for many years in the era of the Vortex in Stoke Newington.…
Nicki Heinen curates her monthly night. First half a few purveyors of words through poetry and creative prose: Joey Connolly, Cath Drake, David Crystal, Jack Houston; second half jazz with…
The Enemy is always welcome at the Vortex. Kit Downes’ trio with Petter Eldh and James Maddren make waves like few other bands. They are also expert at inviting exciting…
One of the most respected saxophonists, who is known for his innovative approach to improvised music. Evan’s regular nights at the Vortex have continued for nearly 20 years, and he…
Acclaimed Italian pianist and composer Antonio Zambrini returns to the Vortex. Hopefully the programme will include some of his creative take on some of the most iconic film soundtracks of…
Warriors international presents – Freedom: The Art of Improvisation loft Jam session. The monthly open-minded Freedom Improv session, Voted by the Evening Standard one of the Top 6 Uk jam sessions. Curated by Cleveland…
Huw Vaughan Williams – Bass Devin Gray – Drums George Crowley – Saxophone HUW VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Winner of the 2012 Yamaha Jazz Scholars Prize from The Royal Welsh College of…
This month Mopomoso presents an all UK programme of small group interplay with seven highly regarded musicians The Paulinus trio – John Rangecroft (reeds) / Marcio Mattos (bass) / Dave…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
As part of their 25th anniversary, we are hosting a special ‘birthday party’ for our beloved London Jazz Orchestra. Some of the best musicians in London playing some of the…
A triple bill of the quintet of Matthew Sulzmann, one of our fine up-and-coming saxophonists, the quartet of Billy Marrows and a special visit by Michiel Braam, one of Holland’s…
THE NIRAN OBASA TRIO STANLEY OHIOS ( drums) DARLINGTON JOSEPH (bass) NIRAN OBASA (piano) Nigerian pianist Niran Obasa established his name as one of the foremost session musicians and the…
For the second night of their residency at the Vortex, Nicolas and Lionel will be joined by Liam Noble, playing solo and also joining with the duo who will…
Lionel Loueke is known as the renowned guitarist for many years with Herbie Hancock, with releases on the Blue Note label. This performance with Nicolas…
Live at the Vortex Anniversary recordings: London’s famous jazz orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary at the Vortex Club with two live recorded gigs (12th and 18th February) which will result…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
Jorge Rossy is one of the original members of the legendary Brad Mehldau Trio and was for many years a crucial drummers on the NY scene. For the past decade…
For this performance a solo piano set from Adam will be followed by sets involving three of his friends from the cutting edge of the London jazz and improvisation scene;…
This heavy-hitting quartet comprises four long-term sparring partners on the European improvised music scene. John Dikeman is an American tenor saxophonist now resident in Amsterdam and known for his trio…
After his recent sell-out gig with Iva Bittova, Abraham Brody returns to perform his mesmerising mix of vocals and violin. From a background that encompasses classically-trained violin, folk-singing, and performance…
NO MORE ADVANCE SALES. Hopefully, a few may be available on the door. Seamus Blake is an A-list saxophonist from New York, though British born. He is a winner of…
Recorded in Systems two studio, Brooklyn, “Almost There” finds London based pianist Barry Green with two Jazz greats, Drew Gress and Tom Rainey. This album is a spontaneous performance of…
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 Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
Recorded in Systems two studio, Brooklyn, “Almost There” finds London based pianist Barry Green with two Jazz greats, Drew Gress and Tom Rainey. This album is a spontaneous performance of…
Tom Harrison – alto saxophone Fabrice Tarel – piano Percy Pursglove – bass Tim Giles – drums Rising star saxophonist Tom Harrison brings a special lineup to The Vortex to…
It is amazing to get back one of our best singers. So rarely here in the UK, as she is now based in New York and a stalwart of the…
The very popular music sessions for parents and little ones (0-5 yr olds). Described as “uplifting and energising” and “such a fun, high quality experience“. These interactive, energetic sessions involve learning songs…
Sean Foran – piano John Parker – drums Samuel Vincent – bass Australian piano trio Trichotomy really need no introduction. Over the course of three compelling albums for Naim Jazz…
DUE TO VISA PROBLEMS, THIS GIG HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED SOON. APOLOGIES Nigerian juju singer TOPE TEN TEN is one of the new wave of singers from Nigeria that are upgrading…