Downstairs
Sun 02 August 2020
Hannes Riepler/Mick Coady/Gene Calderazzo – CANCELLED
REALLY SORRY THAT WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO HAVE LIVE GIGS FROM 1 AUGUST. HOPEFULLY MORE NEWS SOON. APOLOGIES TO ALL WHO BOOKED.
Sat 14 March 2020
Improv Nights
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at The Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up every month, then […]
Sun 23 February 2020
6 years of Open Decks
6th year anniversary of the “Open Decks” sessions. A simple concept, strictly for vinyl lovers, in order to play, share and talk about music!
Sat 22 February 2020
IMPROV NIGHTS – 1ST BIRTHDAY
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Sat 15 February 2020
Improv Nights – 1st Birthday (change of date! now on 22/02)
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Tue 11 February 2020
Petra Haller/Richard Lewis
Petra Haller on tap and Richard Lewis on piano have gone on to develop a captivating partnership drawing on their diverse experiences in music and beyond. Their joint improvisations are […]
Fri 07 February 2020
Celebration of Soul
Celebration of Soul (music medicine) Jazz/Soul/ Funk music with guests such as: – Jazz sensation Claude Deppa from South Africa (trumpet), – Niki Buzz from the USA (lead guitar), – […]
Wed 05 February 2020
‘UNE, DEUX, TROIS’: SOME THINGS + CHARLOTTE KEEFFE / ROLAND RAMANAN (DUO)
Part of a mini-tour by the ‘arresting trumpet duo’ some things, this gig also features a first-time double trumpet combination of Charlotte Keeffe and Roland Ramanan, playing an improvised set. […]
Sat 01 February 2020
DASP – Launch Party Fundraiser
Join us for the launch of DASP – a DJ-led initiative conceived to support the fight against homelessness in London and beyond. This free, intimate evening featuring an assortment of […]
Fri 31 January 2020
MISS SOXEE & FRIENDS
Miss Soxee and Friends showcases some of our talented contributors from Open Decks, giving them a night to dig further into their music collection. We kick off January 2020 with […]
Sun 26 January 2020
OPEN DECKS
A simple concept for vinyls lovers to play, share and talk about music !
Sat 21 December 2019
London Electric Blues Band
BAND MEMBERS: Legendary drummer Winston Clifford won the British Jazz awards in 2018. Keys player Dorian Ford is one of the most in demand keys players in the UK. Leading […]
Sat 14 December 2019
Improv Nights
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Fri 29 November 2019
London Electric Blues Band
BAND MEMBERS: Legendary drummer Winston Clifford won the British Jazz awards in 2018. Keys player Dorian Ford is one of the most in demand keys players in the UK. Leading […]
Sun 24 November 2019
Improvised Music Agenda:Live Podcast
Hosted by Huw V Williams, he chats to fellow musicians about life and music within the world of jazz and improvised music. Join for the first live recordings with musicians […]
Sat 23 November 2019
IMPROV NIGHTS
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Thu 21 November 2019
Festivsal Special! Words and Jazz
Words & Jazz is proud to present a blistering night of the best in contemporary poetry and jazz this EFG London Jazz Festival. Come to the cosy bar downstairs at […]
Tue 19 November 2019
Resonances 3 – Rêves
New artists announced! Be transported at this event merging art, music, poetry and dance to a world of demas. Curated by artist Aurelie Freoua and will include musicians Zac Gvi, Dave O’Brien, Maurizio Ravalico and incredible Korean flautist Hyelim Kim, artists Ley Loosh and Gwen Heddle, poet Mervin Scott, tap dancer Petra Haller and Atomik Bubbles.
Mon 18 November 2019
Improvised Music Agenda: Live Podcast
Hosted by Huw V Williams, he chats to fellow musicians about life and music within the world of jazz and improvised music. Join for the first live recordings with musicians […]
Sun 17 November 2019
Thelonious
Martin Speake – Saxophone Hans Koller – Euphonium/Piano Jeff Williams – Drums Fred Thomas – Double Bass Thelonious formed in 2015 to study and play the music of one of […]
Sat 16 November 2019
IMPROV NIGHTS
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Thelonious
Martin Speake – Saxophone Hans Koller – Euphonium Jeff Williams– Drums Fred Thomas – Double Bass Thelonious formed in 2015 to study and play the music of one of the […]
Wed 13 November 2019
Words and Jazz – London Jazz Festival Special!
Words & Jazz is proud to present a blistering night of the best in contemporary poetry and jazz this EFG London Jazz Festival. Come to the cosy bar downstairs at […]
Tue 05 November 2019
Salon de Resonances
Salon: “A place where artists and writers meet” (Cambridge Dictionary) Hosted by Aurelie Freoua, this salon is a chance to explore, listen, be challenged and experiment. Debate, music and free […]
Thu 31 October 2019
Synesthetic 2 (Vincent Pongràcz clarinet & Peter Rom guitar) plus support
The Austrian jazz scene is as vibrant as any in Europe for now, coming with a recent heritage including Joe Zawinul, the Vienna Art Orchestra and Wolfgang Muthspiel. This is […]
Fri 25 October 2019
Voyager II
Voyager II are back with their monthly residency! This October edition will also feature a trip hop DJ set from SONNY DELIGHT
Thu 24 October 2019
Words and Jazz
Come down to our cosy downstairs bar for the best in new poetry and jazz. This ‘outstanding summit
between contemporary poets and musicians’ (The Independent) will warm your soul and broaden
your horizons.
Sat 19 October 2019
Music Visual Poets
A selection of poets and rappers, with intimations of music supported by visual projections.
Fri 18 October 2019
IMPROV NIGHTS
“IMPROV NIGHTS” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. LIVE DUO and TRIO sets of improvised music, with a different set-up […]
Jeff Herr Corporation
A wonderful trio led by drummer Jeff Herr, with Maxime Bender and Laurent Payfert, will totally submerge you in great music in this early evening downstairs gig.
Fri 23 August 2019
Voyager II
Voyager II are back with their monthly residency! This time joined by some vinyl spinning in-between sets, courtesy of Sergiu. As the name suggests, Voyager II aren’t about standing still, […]
Fri 26 July 2019
VOYAGER II
As the name suggests, Voyager II aren’t about standing still, artistically or physically. Hailing from London, this guitar / drums duo have soaked up the eclectic mix of sounds on […]
Hard Edges + Dee Byrne solo
Hard Edges explore multiphonics, quarter-tones and drones. The group is made up of Chris Dowding (trumpet), Dave Amis (trombone) and Ben Higham (tuba).
Sun 14 July 2019
OPEN DECKS
Open Decks at the Vortex Downstairs, an opportunity for vinyl lovers to play, talk and share music!
Fri 28 June 2019
SHAKE N’ JACK
A night of musical emotion and dancin’ to support and raise awareness for Crohn’s and Colitis!
hymn (Downstairs)
hymn is a group from Norwich. They have a core trio of Chris Dowding (trumpets & electronics), George McKay (double bass) and David Ross (percussion & electronics). They play spacious […]
Thu 27 June 2019
Words and Jazz
Words & Jazz is back! Hosted by Nikki Heinen it features poetry in the first half, followed by some of the great younger jazz musicians in the second.
Mon 24 June 2019
Jazzexchange Austria presents: Lil Maxine Trio and Rosie Turton Duo
Jazzexchange Austria showcasing cutting edge Austrian groups in combination with emerging UK talents facilitated by The Austrian Cultural Forum and curated by Guido Spannocchi are happy to invite you to […]
Fri 21 June 2019
Daniel Louis‘s Pan-Ultimate Band with special guest “Thomas Alleyne“
Drums – Erick Ford. Bass – Dennis Davis. Keyboard – Andre Louis. Tenor – Thomas Alleyne. Low Tenor – Daniel Louis Daniel Louis‘s Pan-Ultimate Band with special guest “Thomas Alleyne“ […]
Thu 28 March 2019
Words & Jazz
Words & Jazz RETURNS with a blistering line up for the start of spring. Come to this ‘outstanding summit between contemporary poets and musicians ‘ (The Independent) and prepare to be wowed!
Sat 23 March 2019
Sat 09 March 2019
Improv Nights
“Improv Nights” is a monthly event at the Vortex Downstairs curated by London-based drummer and percussionist Stefano Ancora. An early live duo set of improvised music to be happening before […]
Sun 24 February 2019
Open Decks – 5th Year Birthday Event
Open decks is a once month session for vinyl lovers to play music in the relaxed atmosphere of The Vortex Jazz Club Downstairs. A monthly Sunday event where music lovers play […]
Fri 14 December 2018
Jazz Travellers ft Dario Trapani, Andrea Di Biase, Ricardo Chiaberta
ndreaOur monthly Jazz Travellers nights continue on Friday 14 December with a journey from Italy via Holland with Amsterdam-based guitarist Dario Trapani who will join the well-honed London-based rhythm section […]
Thu 22 November 2018
Words & Jazz
Words & Jazz SPECIAL!! Join us in the cosy downstairs bar for a night to remember – award winning poets and musicians!
Thu 25 October 2018
Words & Jazz
Words & Jazz offers the BEST in contemporary poetry and jazz – this October we have hugely talented poets and musicians for your delectation! Come and have a cocktail in the cosy bar and be part of this ‘outstanding summit between contemporary poets and musicians’ (The Independent)
Not one to be missed
Words & Jazz October 2018
Autumn blues? Come to Words & Jazz for a warm cosy night celebrating the BEST contemporary poetry and jazz
Fri 19 October 2018
Open Decks
Open decks is a once month session for vinyl lovers to play music in the relaxed atmosphere of The Vortex Jazz Club Downstairs. A monthly Sunday event where music lovers play […]
Sun 14 October 2018
Downstairs at the Vortex: The Great Harry Hillman
The Great Harry Hillman is a Swiss post-jazz quartet, playing original compositions between jazz, rock and Improv since 2008.
Sun 30 September 2018
Open Decks
An afternoon for vinyl lovers to get together, play and share music. Free entry.
Thu 23 August 2018
Launch of BLUE SHEILA by Serena Braida
In Blue Sheila (dancing girl press 2018), things can be spoken into existence, or sung. People can conjure up new ways, or exhaust their voices repeating the same thing over and over again. The story of Sheila and her slow-burning emancipation is a performance score. Marcel is violent. Ava is tender and flippant. The chorus reads the news and speaks the jazz tongue. Sheila needs to cross.
Sat 18 August 2018
Downstairs@The Vortex: LEIKA
LEIKA is a rock band influenced by the British post-punk and punk movements. To date, the band has recorded two albums (‘Space on Tuesday’ and ‘Love on the Run’), two singles, […]
Thu 26 April 2018
Words & Jazz (Downstairs)
Words & Jazz is BACK! We relaunch with a special event featuring the Michael Marks Prize winners, and nominees, with music from acclaimed duo Bahla. Not to be missed!
Wed 21 February 2018
Mark Holub / Graham Dunning / Colin Webster / Irene Kepl
An evening of 3 established international improv duos showcasing some of the best the UK and Austria has to offer featuring Graham Dunning and Colin Webster, Mark Holub and Irene […]
Sun 17 December 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Fri 15 December 2017
Express Yourself
Flava presents this open mic night as part of its Peace On The Streets project. Open your lungs and your mind to help this initiative.
Sun 10 December 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 03 December 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 26 November 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 19 November 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 12 November 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 05 November 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 29 October 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Fri 27 October 2017
Bradbury Street Redevelopment – Public consultation by HCD
Public consultation meeting hosted by Hackney Co-operative Developments relating to a major refurbishment/redevelopment of South side of Gillett Square
Sun 22 October 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 15 October 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 08 October 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 01 October 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sat 30 September 2017
DJ Sapphire’s Birthday Celebrations featuring Ray Carless
A new monthly series Downstairs
Sun 24 September 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
ALAN WILKINSON (Alto, Baritone Saxes, Bass Clarinet) /ANDREW CHEETHAM (Drums)
This early evening gig is part of a nationwide tour bringing together the furious sound of Alan Wilkinson (saxophone/bass clarinet) and Andrew Cheetham (drums) for the first time since recording together […]
Sun 17 September 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. Followed by […]
Sun 10 September 2017
London Jazz Sessions curated by Hannes Riepler
IT RETURNS!! Curated by guitarist Hannes Riepler, the weekly London Jazz Jam session in the Vortex Downstairs Bar features his house band which varies to include some extra special guests. […]
Sun 03 September 2017
London Jazz Sessions
Our London Jazz Sessions are taking a break until 10 September
Sun 20 August 2017
London Jazz Sessions
Our London Jazz Sessions are taking a break until 10 September
Thu 11 May 2017
Raph Clarkson’s Dissolute Society – Workshop
11th May – Upstairs & Downstairs @ The Vortex, 2pm-8.30pm Raph Clarkson presents workshops and a gig featuring: Huw Warren, Elliot Galvin – Piano Stuart Silver – Spoken Word Mia […]
Fri 25 November 2016
ADAM GLASSER’S SOUTH AFRICAN JAZZ JAM
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 […]
Thu 24 November 2016
Words and Jazz – November 2016
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 […]
Thu 27 October 2016
WORDS & JAZZ
Every 4th Thursday of every month poet Nicki Heinen hosts Words & Jazz Downstairs @ the Vortex Jazz Club expect a night of the very best spoken word and jazz. This is an […]
Thu 22 September 2016
Words and Jazz – Matthew Caley, Paul Roden, Todd Swift, Tim Cumming, Peter Daniels, Heinen-di Biase-Chiaberta
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 […]
Tue 23 August 2016
Pesky’s at the Vortex
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’, […]
Mon 22 August 2016
Pesky’s at the Vortex
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’, […]
Thu 18 August 2016
Muhammad Ali tribute day (as part of Rio In Dalston)
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 […]
Wed 10 August 2016
Sport and Culture: Breaking the Barriers
This Summer, 10 inspirational athletes will grace the greatest stage of all. For the first time, the Rio Olympics includes a Refugee Olympic Athletes (ROA) team – a powerful reminder […]