The first concert ever in which all of the music played has been written by a computer. We’re faced with constant reminders in the media that robots are coming to take our jobs, but the likes of Steve Reich, John Williams and Wayne Shorter might have thought their positions were safe at least. No longer!
From Greece to England to Sweden Acclaimed guitarist Tassos Spiliotopoulos is presenting his exciting new band from Sweden. Originally from Athens, Greece, Tassos spent the better part of twelve…
One of the most respected saxophonists, who is known for his innovative approach to improvised music. He plays with two of his regular sparring partners – John Edwards (bass), Mark…
The Veryan Weston ‘Rhythm Figures’ project with Hannah Marshall (cello) and Mike Gennaro (drums) + Rachel Musson (tenor saxophone) Steve Beresford (piano) A super-short description of the Rhythm Figures project:…
John’s big band returns after their summer break to play more of his own compositions. Great solo work from an array of top-line musicians. There’s a harmonised yet slightly anarchic feel to…
A Saturday late night hang featuring live soulful jazz, reggae and rocksteady, led by pianist Bruno Heinen.
Ed Jones is an award winning UK jazz saxophonist/composer who has been based in London for over 25 years. He works in the UK and internationally with a wide range…
Abdul Raheem returns to his Afro-funk roots with his Electric Hi-Life Orchestra. They play authentic Ghanian Hi-Life and dance music driven by infectious African rhythms. Abdul Raheem (vocals, trombone) Bishop…
Exciting to host this album launch on Two Rivers Records. Award-winning pianist and composer Rick Simpson has been no stranger to the heart of the London jazz scene – on both the new…
Nicki Heinen has once more programmed an exciting evening of poetry and jazz in our intimate downstairs space. Matthew Caley Matthew’s debut Thirst [Slow Dancer, 1999] was nominated for…
First UK show in 7 years by Brice Wassy, one of the world’s greatest drummers. Renowned for his peerless work with Manu Dibango, Salif Keita ,Miriam Makeba, Jean Luc Ponty…
Ezza from Niger are Goumour Adam vocal/guitar , Menad Moussaoui – bass and Stephane Gratteau – drums. They bring us the Tuareg grooves where African rhythms meet modern rock sounds…
Lokito Ya Congo , led by Renato Mondele, bring a new dimension to Soukous. In Kinshasa, Renato made his name with General Defao’s Big Stars and as a guitarist he…
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 presents… Edward Lucas (trombone) Daniel Korda (electronics) Ken Ikeda (electronics) trio A finely detailed A finely detailed and expressive group that is both elegant and eloquent. All aspects of…
Led by drum Maestro Antonio Fusco, this forward looking group play compositions by each band member. The trio features Babel’s own Bruno Heinen on piano and Danish bass sensation Henrik Jensen. Expect…
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…
A new unique and exciting improvising wind ensemble, whose combined musical experience covers many genres, including South African and contemporary jazz, contemporary classical, composing for art installations, 18 century English rural…
Danish guitarist, composer and bandleader, Kristian Borring, has been described as a “guitarist of enormous technical ability who utilizes his considerable gifts thoughtfully and tastefully, a highly accomplished guitarist and…
Known for its wild, totally free evenings of challenging and up-lifting improvisations which have consistently united a cross cultural and cross generational posse of players, Freedom will continue to pursue…
Excitement from the Chicago scene. Mike Reed, drums and TOMEKA REID on cello will now be joined by Alexander Hawkins (piano).
Directed by Scott Stroman, the London Jazz Orchestra is “as fine a band as you can find anywhere” (Independent) and these up-close-and-personal sessions showcase great writing and soloing from a…
This open and forward looking trio play originals by Bruno and Mark alongside Monk and Ellington. Come down for this gritty, late hang… Bruno Heinen – Piano Mark Lewandowski –…
Chris Batchelor – trumpet Liam Noble – piano James Allsopp – baritone sax Paul Clarvis – drums Pigfoot established themselves as innovative interpreters of classic New Orleans jazz with their…
Expect an evening of traditional Manouche and Romani Gypsy music, early jazz and bebop, original music and Django classics, at the hands of the Kamao Quartet.
Launch of the new album El Barranco by Tori Freestone’s Trio. Tori Freestone is a saxophonist, flautist and violinist who has been performing at the forefront of the British improvised…
Welcome visit of the South African drum master and his superb band. Moholo-Moholo is one of the most significant drummers in the music, having powered such seminal groups such…
A two part programme in which saxophone and sonic innovator Evan Parker invites Sam Bailey for a piano solo set; and Matt Wright (computer and turntable) and bassist and live electronics…
An evening of young award winners. Saxophonist and recorder player, Tom Ridout (Richard Turner Jazz Fund winner) is playing this evening with a band featuring Alex Ridout, his trumpeter sister…
Phil Stevenson (guitar), Arthur Lea (organ), Pat Levett (drums). Original compositions which blend New Orleans music with joyful West African guitar sounds, desert blues, boogaloo and plenty of improv. Phil…
Fofoula are Batch Gueye – vocals/dance , Tom Challenger – sax/keys , Phil Stevenson – guitar , Johnny Brierley – bass , Kaw Secka – sabar/talking drum , Dave Smith – drums “African drumming,…
The 25 year old London-based pianist and composer Angus Bayley may have studied to be a scientist however, he was never far from making music and has been an active…
The leader of our Sunday sessions moves upstairs to show off his original musical skills as a composer and arranger of music away from the standards repertoire Featuring Tim Thornton…
The effect that ‘Notes From Underground’ want to have on their listeners is immediate, direct, and accessible in the best sense. They want their music to grab your ears and your body and not let go until you’ve been variously pulverised, pummelled, or pleasured into submission.
Saturday afternoon live music in Gillett Square. With local up and coming bands. African, funk, soul Working together with Kaffa Coffee. Dedicated to Retro Dom. The party continues afterwards with…
This is a fun and inclusive introduction to learning the basics of jazz improvisation. You do not need to be able to read music to attend – as long as…
Martin Speake alto saxophone Faith Brackenbury violin/vocals Rob Luft guitar Will Glaser drums/percussion ‘A newly formed project that is a pared-down version of my previous 7 piece group Fever Pitch. This was…
The Vortex is closed for 2 days, while we restore and improve our piano. Our crowdfunding worked! So we are now able to get the work done as planned. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-restore-the-vortex-jazz-clubs-steinway https://youtu.be/clPaJFYZlM0…
The Vortex is closed for 2 days, while we restore and improve our piano. Our crowdfunding worked! So we are now able to get the work done as planned. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-restore-the-vortex-jazz-clubs-steinway https://youtu.be/clPaJFYZlM0…
A new taste is coming to Dalston and the Vortex Jazz Club. From Mon 22 to Tue 23 August we are delighted to be hosting the new pop-up kitchen ‘Pesky’s’,…
A new taste is coming to Dalston and the Vortex Jazz Club. From Mon 22 to Tue 23 August we are delighted to be hosting the new pop-up kitchen ‘Pesky’s’,…
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Fete Quaqua is the 3 day festival out of our monthly Mopomoso sessions. Curated by John Russell, expect extraordinary sets from a group of like-minded musicians
Canadian singer Mallory Chipman makes her London debut. “An old school jazz chanteuse with a new school attitude.”– GigCity.ca Mallory Chipman – voice Brett Hansen – guitar Murray Wood –…
In the 1960 Rome Olympics, the world was introduced to one Cassius Clay: an 18 year-old boxer with the charisma to win over the crowds, and the talent to win…
This gig is now CANCELLED
This special birthday double-bill features both the pianist Tom Hewson and his trio (Calum Gourlay and Tim Giles), and singer/composer Fini Bearman together with her quintet (Matt Robinson, Nick Costley-White,…
The London Jazz Jam session is hosted every Sunday in the Vortex Downstairs Bar by guitarist Hannes Riepler and features his house band which varies from time to time. Followed…
Julian Ferraretto (violin) with Robert Mitchell on piano, Andy Hamill on bass and Justin Woodward on drums. Violinist Julian Ferraretto has been in demand as a soloist and ensemble player both in…
Vocalist Esther Bennett does her annual birthday gig at the Vortex. Standards, originals and fun!