Hans Koller (valve trombone), Martin Speake (alto saxophone), Calum Gourlay (bass), Dave Dyson (drums) Taking inspiration from the Steve Lacy/Roswell Rudd School Days band from the early 1960s, Thelonious explore the entire Monk repertoire…
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…
Led by guitar legend John Etheridge, the Blue Spirits Trio includes Pete Whittaker (organ) & Mark Fletcher (drums). Drawing on a vast reservoir of musical experience spanning 43 years ,Etheridge distills…
“I hear both Trane and Bird in his playing, but he is better than either of them.” – Gene Lees PETER KING, in the words of one critic, “is the…
Can of Worms: George Crowley – tenor sax / compositions Tom Challenger – tenor sax Dan Nicholls – piano / wurlitzer Sam Lasserson – double bass Jon Scott – drums…
Two Rivers Records launches its first two albums. Bassist Calum Gourlay’s debut album brings diversity and experience into a live solo performance at London’s iconic “jazz house”, incorporating original work…
Firmly rooted in jazz, TROGON’s exciting mix of musical backgrounds is enriched by the propulsive rhythmic traditions of Afro Cuban music and the rich harmonies of contemporary jazz.
Charlie Hart started playing fiddle since he was six, but immediately started straying into fields beyond conventional western music. A love of jazz and blues rapidly drew him to African music. This…
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.
1st March: JJ Wheeler ‘Come Back Stronger’ & Ralph Wyld’s Mosaic JJ Wheeler ‘Come Back Stronger’ JJ Wheeler’s Come Back Stronger is a 10-piece band formed to play the highly…
Mojo (moderately optimistic jazz orchestra) is an exciting 17 piece jazz big band based in north London, made up of great musicians from all over the capital. With a repertoire including laid…
Gill Manly came back to jazz in 2007 triumphantly, and on more than good form, reminding us all that she was and always has been the London Jazz Diva. Combining…
‘If being in touch with the heritage of jazz music is an essential ingredient, then Sarah Moule’s set drips with authenticity’ (YorkshireCoastGigs.com on Scarborough Jazz Festival 2014). Singer Sarah Moule and her band play music…
A stylish performer, known for many years for his work with the likes of Peter King, Alan Skidmore and the European Jazz Ensemble, it is a delight that we’ll have…
Saxophone master. This month it’s rather a special one with Mark Sanders, Alexander Hawkins, John Edwards
A chance to experience the wonderfully entertaining Mazaika (Sarah Harrison and Igor Outkine) this time with their Gypsy Swing quartet in the intimate surroundings of the Vortex Jazz Club. Gypsy…
The Dissolute Society explores Clarkson’s interests in contemporary improvisation, European jazz, 20th century classical music, poetry, spoken word, song, and soulful grooves. Performed by some of London’s most innovative and…
Gary Curson – alto sax / Alan Tomlinson – trombone / Keith Tippett – piano / John Edwards – bass / Mark Sanders – drums One look at this line-up should tell you that…
A new quartet exploring fresh compositions of Dan Messore (guitar). Featuring the audaciously accomplished Elliot Galvin (piano) , the prestigious rhythm section of Dave Manington (bass) and Dave Hamblett (drums).…
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.
Winner of the “Best Jazz Vocalist Category” in the 2013 British Jazz Awards, Wardell is noted for her vocal improvisations and vocalese lyrics to instrumental solos. Tonight, Anita will be…
Unreserved seating! Batch Gueye – vocals/dance Tom Challenger – sax/keys Phil Stevenson – guitar Johnny Brierley – bass Kaw Secka – sabar/talking drum Dave Smith – drums www.fofoulah.com “African…
James Allsopp writes: ‘Thanks to my Dad’s love of Jazz music I grew up in a house filled with the sound of classic Jazz. This quartet reflects my love of…
Italian pianist, accordionist and composer Maurizio Minardi is going to release his new album ‘Piano Ambulance’ today at Vortex! Reminiscent of Esbjorn Svensson Trio, Nino Rota, Rene Aubry, Michael Nyman…
Mike Hobart is an experienced and soulful saxophonist who has played with the likes of Esther Phillips and Maceo Parker. His first inspirations were the flowing freedoms of Miles Davis’…
CHANGE OF PROGRAMME!! Ahead of a new album, we are delighted to have Esben Tjalve’s Red Kite at the Vortex. Great to have a pianist like Esben being able to…
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.
Chaos Collective opens a new double bill On The Roof Will Scott – saxophone Mike Soper – trumpet Elliot Galvin – piano Louis Thomas – double bass Lizy Exel –…
This is the correct time, not as in the brochure! Beck Hunters Mick Beck – tenor sax, bassoon, and whistles, Anton Hunter – guitar, Johnny Hunter – drums trio ‘It’s…
A chance to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the company of one of everyone’s favourite singers! “Praised far and wide as the greatest male jazz singer Britain has to offer” Jazz Times…
The brainchild of retro-obsessed London producer Joe Leach and Oriole’s guitarist & composer Jonny Phillips, ‘Good Times’ is an infectious homage to the swinging German lounge movement of the 60’s…
SPECIAL OFFER. 15 TICKETS AT JUST £7 IF YOU BOOK ONLINE. HERE. https://www.wegottickets.com/event/308422 (Once gone, the price reverts to £10!) Bringing a unique take to the classical piano trio, Quest…
Our world jazz jam is led by cellist Shirley Smart of Melange. Bring your instrument! Or just come and absorb the atmosphere and the music.
Wednesday 11th February Blow the Fuse presents Tomorrow the Moon A season of fresh authentic music featuring three generations of women-led projects. A cracking double bill to open the season with unsung…
We are delighted to introduce a young Jazz band making waves. Featured on Jamie Cullum twice in 2014 and just having been named breakthrough act of 2015, the Ben Cox…
2015 Freedom relocates to its new home – The Vortex – and enters a new phase its evolution. Known for its wild, totally free evenings of challenging and up-lifting improvisations which have…
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.
Our monthly adventurous night programmed by Lume. Tonight: Roland Ramanan Tentet This tentet comprises some of the most exciting musicians to emerge from the European free jazz/improvised music scene. Inspired…
Hans Koller (valve trombone), Martin Speake (alto saxophone), Calum Gourlay (bass), Dave Dyson (drums) Taking inspiration from the Steve Lacy/Roswell Rudd School Days band from the early 1960s, Thelonious explore the entire Monk repertoire…
The London Jazz Orchestra continues its monthly residency, which is now nearly 25 years at the Vortex. Led by Scott Stroman, it contains some of the great luminaries of the…
Ed Jones is one of our leading saxophonists. A long-standing regular at the Vortex, for example as co-leader of Killer Shrimp. His band includes: Kit Downes (piano), Riaan Vosloo (bass),…
Noemi Nuti accompanied by Quentin Collins (trumpet), Chris Eldred (piano),
Filipe Monteiro (guitar), Tim Thornton (bass) and Ernesto Simpson (drums).
John Butcher, one of our leading innovative saxophonists, appears in a trio with Hannah Marshall and Mark Sanders on drums. John Butcher’s work ranges through improvisation, his own compositions, multitracked…
From Guardian Guide for 30 January 2015 (by John Fordham) The work of the unique Venezuelan improviser and composer Leo Blanco has only recently begun to gain recognition in Europe,…
Double bassist Olie Brice is well know to Vortex audiences, having performed here with Tony Malaby, Paul Dunmall, Evan Parker and many others. Tonight he launches the debut album by…
Yumiko Tanaka and Friends Yumiko Tanaka is a highly regarded player of the Japanese traditional instrument the shamisen and also a vocalist. Her remarkable creative skills are not only to…
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.
BOOK ONLINE AT https://www.wegottickets.com/event/304548 Alister Spence (AUS): piano/samples Raymond MacDonald (Scotland): alto/sop sax Joe Williamson (SWE): double bass Dag Magnus Narvesen NOR): drums/glockenspiel Australian pianist/composer Alister Spence is recognised…
Lisa Ullén is one of the most distinguished artists on the Northern European contemporary art-music scene. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Ullén grew up in a quiet small town in northern…
Born in London, Carol Grimes didn’t begin her career until she was 19. Her early influence included Ray Charles and Ella Fitzgerald. She began to sing regularly in the streets of London throughout…