Green in Blue, this stunning duo of two world class musicians, saxophonist Iain Ballamy and pianist Gareth Williams will literally dazzle listeners with their original compositions and harmonically sophisticated new takes on jazz standards.
Alto saxophonist and composer Alice Leggett brings her highly anticipated debut album, Birdsong, to the UK. Birdsong captures Alice’s journey across Cardiff, London, New York, and Amsterdam, reflecting on belonging, community, and life’s unpredictable beauty.
Acclaimed as composers as well as instrumentalists, sharing multiple awards and seven albums as leaders between them, saxophonist Alex Hitchcock and guitarist Ant Law have created a startlingly vivid new soundworld in their trailblazing group 'Same Moon in the Same World'.
A brand new electric based project from composer and band leader Calum Gourlay. Brand new music and compositions by Thelonious Monk and Ornette Coleman.
Reimagining jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harper Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan + a few guests hosting one session on rotation.
After three months touring and recording in Brazil, London-based singer-songwriter Noga Ritter returns for a special night at the Vortex Jazz Club, bringing new, unreleased music alongside songs from her critically acclaimed album Ima.
Queer Jazz exists to platform, nurture and celebrate the emerging queer jazz scene. Programmed by Tina Edwards and Arowah, they have put together an exciting monthly programme of innovative LGBTQI+ artists at The Vortex Jazz Club, supported by Arts Council England.
Presenting compositions spanning over a decade, to celebrate the release of the band's debut record on the Fresh Sound New Talent record label.
One of Emma’s newest line-ups come to the Vortex fresh from recording at Maida Vale Studios and broadcasts on BBC Radio. Having already demonstrated her prowess as a writer for her Jazz Orchestra and quartet, Emma has turned her attention to writing for string quartet and piano and is relishing the challenge!
One of Emma’s newest line-ups come to the Vortex fresh from recording at Maida Vale Studios and broadcasts on BBC Radio. Having already demonstrated her prowess as a writer for her Jazz Orchestra and quartet, Emma has turned her attention to writing for string quartet and piano and is relishing the challenge!
Guitarist Hannes Riepler returns to the Vortex with a quartet featuring George Crowley (sax), Freddie Jensen (double bass) & James Maddren (drums).
Mopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! This month featuring: John Butcher (saxophones), Dominic Lash (double bass) & Emil Karlsen (drums) + Martin Hackett (Korg MS10 synth) & Keisuke Matsui (cello) + Matt Clark (guitar) & Mark Wastell (drums/percussion)
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Welcoming and relaxed, come for a drink, sit back and enjoy the music, or bring your horns, sticks and strings to join in during the second set.
The Day After are an improvising trio - Pat Thomas ; piano, Gary Willcox ; drums, Olie Brice ; double bass - of great dynamic range & depth.
Jonah Evans’ group will be performing a some new and old original material by myself with some improvisations. Immy Churchill, as special guest, will also feature on vocals. The music […]
Following successful performances at EFG London Jazz Festival and The Jago, Orchard finally release their long-awaited full EP, performing for the very first time at the Vortex Jazz Club.
Jazz Africa is Basil Hodge’s exciting new project. This five-piece band will perform a range of music from Africa so you will hear Jazz fused with a mixture of Afrobeat, Township and Funk rhythms. Expect breath taking musicianship including djembe and percussion skills from these excellent players.
This month, join Immy Churchill and Scottie Thompson for a cosy set of songs with lyrics by Churchill, as well as music by Lukas DeRungs, folk songs, Pat Metheny tunes, and more.
Reimagining jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
Ivo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame.
Ivo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe is a pianist and composer from North London. His quintet performs his own compositions which draw inspiration from man of his personal experiences, exploring themes of loss, memory and belonging.
New quartet Lophae (pronounced "lo-fi") launch their debut LP 'Perfect Strangers' with this rare live show. Guitarist and composer Greg Sanders – known for his work with Juanita Euka and Teotima – brings a unique aesthetic and an unmistakable feel to every musical setting he appears in. To form Lophae (pronounced Lo-fi), Sanders calls on three of his favourites: drummer Ben Brown, bass player Tom Herbert and saxophonist Sam Rapley.
London based guitarist and composer David Preston returns to the Vortex with a quartet featuring: Jonny Mansfield (vibraphone), Conor Chaplin (double bass) and Marc Michel (drums).
A lauded master on the European Jazz scene, Paul Dunmall celebrates his 72nd birthday with this specially invited Sextet. Multi generational and drawing from a wide variety of inspirations this particular ensemble is well suited to Dunmall's program for this concert.
“A saxophonist who embodies and transcends tradition” (The New York Times), James Brandon Lewis has become, in just over a decade, one of the most celebrated young artists in jazz. Tonight, his live trio featuring electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver celebrates the release of his new album "Apple Cores".
“A saxophonist who embodies and transcends tradition” (The New York Times), James Brandon Lewis has become, in just over a decade, one of the most celebrated young artists in jazz. Tonight, his live trio featuring electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver celebrates the release of his new album "Apple Cores".
The LJO continues London's longest jazz residency, featuring the music of multi-instrumentalist Mick Foster. Mick, who underpins the band with his luxurious bari sax sound, has produced many great pieces for the band, and this month they shine alongside music by star soloists Henry Lowther and Pete Hurt, lead trumpet Noel Langley, Josephine Davies, and director Scott Stroman.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Welcoming and relaxed, come for a drink, sit back and enjoy the music, or bring your horns, sticks and strings to join in during the second set.
Vasilis Xenopoulos and Paul Edis began playing together 20 years ago, when they had both relocated to West London to study. Originally from Greece, Vasilis had just finished studying at Berklee College in the US, whilst Paul had moved South from the Northeast of England.
Theatralia is a passionate journey and celebration of women in the arts, seamlessly blending music and improvisation with spoken word, masks, and comic sketches. It showcases new compositions written in collaboration with Steve Lodder and Charlie Pyne, alongside fresh arrangements of tunes from her extensive repertoire and international collaborations.
Renowned for his boundary-pushing compositions and commanding saxophone voice, David Binney leads this thrilling trio alongside James Maddren (drums) and Freddie Jensen (bass). A prolific force in modern jazz, Binney brings his signature blend of intensity and lyricism to an evening of fearless improvisation and deep musical conversation."
Our monthly late night series brings songwriters together to perform in the round, hosted by Matthew Herd. This month we welcome Ormella, with her incredible voice and beautiful, haunting songs.
Tony Kofi, a renowned saxophonist, composer, and educator, began his recording career by paying tribute to the legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk with his double award-winning album "All is Known."
Tony Kofi, a renowned saxophonist, composer, and educator, began his recording career by paying tribute to the legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk with his double award-winning album "All is Known."
“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10.30pm-1am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city.
Reimagining jazz repertoire for the 21st century.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.
Following the first live recording session of ORBIT: On the Wings of Freedom in November 2024, tap dancer and bandleader Petra Haller returns to the Vortex Jazz Club with the second chapter: ORBIT: The Fierce Urgency of Now. Taking place on May 13th, this concert will once again be recorded live, contributing to an upcoming album set for release in late 2025 or early 2026.
Queer Jazz exists to platform, nurture and celebrate the emerging queer jazz scene. Programmed by Tina Edwards and Arowah, they have put together an exciting monthly programme of innovative LGBTQI+ artists at The Vortex Jazz Club, supported by Arts Council England.
United by a shared love of improvisation and the rich musical history of their chosen instrument, the tenor saxophone, Riley Stone-Lonergan and George Crowley come together to explore the possibilities and freedom that the 2 Tenor chordless format offers.
With the Julian Siegel Quartet, the BBC Jazz Award winning saxophonist and composer Julian Siegel can be heard alongside some of this generation’s most distinctive voices, creating an in-demand Quartet on the UK and European Jazz scene.
A newly formed ensemble from London based guitarist and composer Matt Hurley, that aims to combine delicately written melodic themes, ambient drones and open group improvisations. With a unique instrument lineup to work with, the compositions take influence from the likes of Tim Berne, John Lurie, Terry Riley, Paul Bley and John Surman
London-based alto saxophonist Reiss Ellis Beckles is set to take the stage alongside a stellar rhythm section featuring Lorenzo Morabito (double bass) and Oliver Sarkar-Samuels (drums). This special performance will also highlight the acclaimed New York pianist David Berkman as the featured artist for the evening.
the first of many nights of carefree dancing in the heart of Dalston, swaying to anything from global beat, funk, or electronica as long as it keeps up to the groove.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson, guitarist Nick Costley-White, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.