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SUMMARY:Future Standards & Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION:3 – 5pm: house band set featuring familiar repertoire as well as contemporary future standards\, composed in the years since ca. 1980 by artists such as Roy Hargrove\, Pat Metheny\, Kenny Garrett\, Esbjörn Svensson\, Helena Kay and Eric Lounsbury.\n\n5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or recent compositions from the regularly updated playlists below.\n\n\n  \n \n  \n \n  \nFor more details on the future standards project\, including sheet music\, workshops\, and to suggest additions to the repertoire\, contact vortex.jazz.collective at gmail dot com
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-3-2024-04-14-2024-05-12-2024-06-09-2024-08-03-2024-11-24-2025-02-22/2025-02-22/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Dunajska Kapelye
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nPiotr Jordan – Violin \nPaul Moylan – Double Bass \nCharlie Wheatley – Guitar \nZac Gvirtzman – Piano \nGina Boreham – Voice \n  \nAbout\nLed by jazz violin virtuoso Piotr Jordan\, Dunajska Kapelye have been delighting audiences at the Vortex for many years. You will hear authentic Balkan and Gypsy folk\, Hot Club jazz\, Klezmer and the odd blues and jazz standard\, all shot through with scintillating improvisation for a seat-of-pants ride through Eastern Europe and beyond. From plaintive Gypsy ballads to rip-roaring Romanian wedding dances – “you can’t help but leave with a big stupid grin on your face!” \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/dunajska-kapelye-6/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T223000
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SUMMARY:Dreamscapes
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJulien Durand – Guitar \nLucy-Anne Daniels – Voice \nGeorge Garford – Saxophone \nCenk Esen – Piano \nJohn Jones – Bass \nJack Robson – Drums\n  \nAbout\nPost-fusion\, nu-jazz group DREAMSCAPES is a UK based collective that transcends genre\, producing music with a sense of true freedom. It unites the compositions and improvisational prowess of five unique musicians drawing from a melting-pot of influences. Their ability to eschew traditional structures and follow where the moment takes them gives rise to “immediately engaging\, fresh and original music” (TDE). Expect to hear prog-rock grooves\, delicate songwriting with a touch of Brazilian spirit and ambient electronic landscapes fused into one distinct sound. \nFollowing their first UK tour in September 2024\, they recorded their first full-length album with producer Chris Hyson (Snowpoet\, Jordan Rakei). Fresh out the studio\, come to this show to hear the new music ahead of the album release in summer 2025.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/dreamscapes-2/
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SUMMARY:Maddy Coombs [POSTPONED]
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\nUnfortunately\, due to illness\, we had to postpone this performance of Maddy Coombs. New date to be announced soon! \nLine-up:\nMaddy Coombs – Saxophone \nFinn Carter – Piano \nJordan Hadfield – Cello \nMenelik Claffey – Double bass \nEd Adonis – Drums \n  \nAbout\nMaddy is an up-and-coming tenor saxophonist from Northampton\, who came up through the Tomorrow’s Warriors programme. Her music focuses on telling a story with a strong focus on improvisation.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/maddy-coombs-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250219T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250219T223000
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SUMMARY:Tom Niblock Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBrinley Heywood-Snell\, Luke Vice-Coles\, Percy Pursglove\, Tom Syson – Trumpet \nOlli Martin\, Dave Sear\, Josh Tagg\, Yusuf Narcin – Trombone \nGeorge Millard\, Josh Schofield\, Tom Barford\, Riley Stone-Lonergan\, Jess Holder – Saxophone \nGareth Fowler – Guitar \nOlly Chalk – Piano \nSam Ingvorsen – Bass \nJay Davis – Drums \n  \nAbout\nAward winning composer Tom Niblock returns to the Vortex with his big band featuring many young stars and more established names of the London Jazz scene and beyond. Having won the Dankworth Prize in 2021 and the Eddie Harvey Arranger Award in 2020\, the band will be playing his exciting original music alongside inventive arrangements. \nInfluenced by his compositional heroes such as Jim McNeely\, John Hollenbeck\, Maria Schneider and Slide Hampton\, Tom’s music also draws on 20th century classical approaches in its rich harmony\, structure and attention to detail. Expect to hear incredible improvising too from this stellar line-up of musicians chosen for their unique musical personalities as they come together at the Vortex.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/tom-niblock-big-band-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Sean Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA 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 Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan\, each one hosting one session on rotation. \nIf you’re an instrumentalist  you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! \nOur dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-jam-session-4-2025-02-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250216T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250216T200000
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SUMMARY:Jazz & Wine - Tutto Wines meets Will Barry
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur Jazz & Wine evenings return curated by LivKessler. \nWe are delighted to be working with Tutto Wines. \nThe music will be from Will Barry\, pianist and wine connoisseur. \nWe are proud how the imagination of great and interesting wine and jazz can enhance each other \nThe philosophy of Tutto: \n“Since the beginning\, we have chosen to work with artisans who farm without using any chemicals in the vines\, and who refuse to manipulate the wines in the cellar. They produce wines that reflect the vineyard’s climate\, soil and terrain\, speaking of both a time and place. \nAt first our focus was Italy. But soon curiosity and the search for great wine led us to work with talented producers from across Europe and as far away as Australia.” \n\n \nHere are the wines: \nSPARKLING\nCerruti\, Ri Fol Rosato 2023 (Piemonte) – moscato/freisa rosato col fondo  \nWHITE\nJerome Lambert\, Coule de Source 2022 (Loire) – chenin blanc  \nORANGE\nLe Coste\, Bianco de Coccio 2020 (Lazio) – procanico field blend aged in amphora \nRED\nLes Petites Mises\, Sanguine 2021 (Languedoc) – carignan elevage in glass demijohns
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/jazz-wine-tutto-wines-meets-will-barry/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250216T173000
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SUMMARY:CD and Record sale to benefit the Vortex! (Downstairs)
DESCRIPTION:A CD and record sale to benefit the Vortex. \nIt’s built around a special collection donated to the club in the memory of the late Jon Russell Brown. Of the 2000+ CDs\, many of the albums are ONLY to be heard in this format\, not on streaming services. All kept in good condition. \nNo CD will cost more than £5! \nIn addition there will some products from other labels such as  Babel Label. \nSPECIAL OFFER If you buy three or more CDs\, you’ll a £10 discount on the wine tasti
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/cd-and-record-sale-to-benefit-the-vortex-downstairs/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250216T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250216T170000
DTSTAMP:20250113T133901Z
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SUMMARY:Mopomoso
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2 PM\, Music 2:30 PM\n\nMopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! \nWe’re thrilled that the following wonderful musicians will be playing Mopomoso on Sunday 16th February; \n  \nMarilza Gouvea (solo voice with small percussion) \n+ \nPhil Durrant (semi-modular synth/electronics)\, Colin Webster (alto sax)\, Andrew Lisle (drums) \n+ \nMia Zabelka (violin)\, Charlotte Keeffe (trumpets) \n\nCome & join us for another special Mopomoso ~ book your tickets now!
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/mopomoso-37/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250215T230000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250216T010000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Alcyona Mick
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAlcyona Mick – Piano \nCalum Gourlay – Bass \nPaul Clarvis – Drums \n\n  \nAbout\n“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am 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. For only £6\, check out exciting music from a revolving line-up of innovative performers digging into standards and new music alongside DJs spinning vinyl until the early hours. A relaxed atmosphere and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \nThis time we are joined by Alcyona Mick: a pianist working at the forefront of the London Jazz scene.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-alcyona-mick/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250215T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250215T223000
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SUMMARY:A Hologram Maze
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDavid Austin Grey – Piano \nSam Wooster – Trumpet \nShivraj Singh – Double bass \nNathan England-Jones – Drums \n  \nAbout\n“A band with crazy telepathy who really enjoy the music.” [Mr. Scruff] \nWarm\, reflective\, open-hearted and lyrical jazz. A Hologram Maze is led by pianist/composer David Austin Grey.\nThe band features a close-knit group of the UK’s finest improvisers\, who bring a deep sense of understanding and common purpose to each composition. \nAHM’s music unfolds equally in gently weaving turns and dynamic sweeps as the band navigate different moods and emotions; from sweet and tender\, through to frenetic\, assertive energy. \nThe band’s music draws as much from contemporary jazz as it does from hip-hop\, electronica\, bebop\, minimalism and romantic classical music. \nThroughout all\, the result is an authentic expression of the AHM’s willingness to energetically embrace the joy\, meaning and openness that can be found within all artforms. \nFeatures in Jazzwise Magazine\, radio play on Jazz FM and sold out shows at some of the UK’s best-loved jazz venues are reflective of how well AHM’s music has been received. \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/a-hologram-maze-3/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Local & Live in Hackney Presents Bahar Aksu and Paşa Çelik Duo
DESCRIPTION:Doors 5.30pm\, music 6pm-8pm\n \nHosted by the Vortex Jazz Club in collaboration with the Local & Live in Hackney project\, proudly supported by Hackney Council. Join us for a captivating evening of music featuring the remarkable duo\, Bahar Aksu and Paşa Çelik.\n  \nAbout\n\nBahar Aksu and Paşa Çelik have been performing together for many years\, crafting a distinctive musical journey that bridges the rich traditions of Anatolian music with the creativity of jazz and improvisation. Their dynamic collaboration blends heritage and innovation\, offering a spellbinding performance that will resonate with music lovers of all kinds. \nBahar Aksu: A seasoned singer and guitarist with a passion for traditional Anatolian music and improvisation. Bahar has graced stages worldwide\, released two singles\, and contributed to various projects as a guest musician. With new works in progress\, Bahar plans to release pieces highlighting themes of women’s rights\, further deepening their artistic expression. \nPaşa Çelik: A professional guitarist\, composer\, and educator with over 18 years of international performance experience. Paşa’s expertise spans jazz\, fusion\, and ethno-jazz\, combining harmony and rhythm to create unique polyphonic experiences. With two EPs and two singles to his name\, Paşa has performed extensively across Turkey\, Poland\, Germany\, Switzerland\, and the UK. A graduate of Yıldız Technical University with a speciality in Jazz Guitar\, Paşa has collaborated with renowned musicians such as Şevket Akıncı\, Emre Karabulut\, and Ricardo Moyano. \nThis extraordinary duo will take you on a musical journey that celebrates the deep roots of Anatolian heritage while exploring the vibrant possibilities of jazz and improvisation. \n\n\nAbout Local & Live in Hackney\nLocal & Live in Hackney is a collective of local musicians and artists dedicated to supporting performers and fostering the diverse musical traditions of Hackney and East London. We host events to showcase exceptional talent and strengthen our creative community. Follow us on social media: @localandliveinhackney
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SUMMARY:VORTEX LATES: DALSTON SONG CLUB W/ ED BEGLEY
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10 PM\, Music 10:30 PM\n  \nABOUT\n\n\nOur monthly late night series brings songwriters together to perform in the round\, hosted by Matthew Herd. February sees the incredible\, genre defying Ed Begley bringing some new material to the Vortex with Alex Bonney on trumpet and electronics.\n\n \nEd Begley\n\nEd is a vocalist and keyboard player who conjures his music from improvised\, ambient explorations and delivers captivating performances using electronic and acoustic instruments.\nHaving recently completed several new recordings alongside Alex Bonney and Matthew Bourne\, he will be showcasing new material from these sessions ahead of his upcoming releases.\n\nEd will be joined by Alex Bonney (trumpet/electronics) and their duo project is called ‘Entire Skies’. Ed has a trio with Tom Herbert (bass) and Joost Hendrickx (drums). An experienced songwriter and producer\, Ed writes for screen and stage and is currently working with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Thom Yorke (Radiohead/The Smile) on ‘Hamlet Hail to the Thief’.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-dalston-song-club-w-ed-begley/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day – Heidi Vogel\, James Kitchman & Bruno Heinen (Late show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nHeidi Vogel – Voice \nBruno Heinen – Piano \nJames Kitchman – Electric Guitar \n  \nAbout\nThe trio will be performing a soulful mix of jazz\, Brazilian and blues standards made famous by Betty Carter\, Ray Charles\, Miles Davis\, Duke Ellington\, Nina Simone\, Jobim and more. \nVocalist with The Cinematic Orchestra since 2006\, Heidi appears on their albums To Believe\, Live at the Royal Albert Hall\, and Late Night Tales and has opened for Erykah Badu in Dubai\, performed at Montreux Jazz festival for Quincy Jones and appeared live on The Jimmy Kimmel Show on ABC \, as well as performing at The Sydney Opera House and with The Krakow Symphony Orchestra\, The Heritage Orchestra\, The London Metropolitan Orchestra. Heidi performed with The Cinematic Orchestra concluding a 2019 USA tour at the prestigious Los Angeles Walt Disney Hall where she performed with Patrick Watson\, Moses Sumney\, and Miguel Atwood Ferguson. Heidi has also performed at festivals such as: Cape Town Jazz Festival\, Sonar Japan\, Fuji Rock\, Coachella\, Glastonbury\, North Sea Jazz Festival\, Montreal Jazz Festival\, Blue Note Jazz Festival\, New York Film Festival\, Central Park Summerstage\, BBC 6 Music Festival. \nFor tonight’s show\, Heidi teams up with award-winning pianist Bruno Heinen – described by the Guardian as “eclectic\, eccentric\, unobtrusively erudite” and the acclaimed guitarist James Kitchman; recognised as one of the most distinctive and sought-after jazz guitarists of his generation. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/valentines-day-heidi-vogel-james-kitchman-bruno-heinen-late-show-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day – Heidi Vogel\, James Kitchman & Bruno Heinen (Early show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nHeidi Vogel – Voice \nBruno Heinen – Piano \nJames Kitchman – Electric Guitar \n  \nAbout\nThe trio will be performing a soulful mix of jazz\, Brazilian and blues standards made famous by Betty Carter\, Ray Charles\, Miles Davis\, Duke Ellington\, Nina Simone\, Jobim and more. \nVocalist with The Cinematic Orchestra since 2006\, Heidi appears on their albums To Believe\, Live at the Royal Albert Hall\, and Late Night Tales and has opened for Erykah Badu in Dubai\, performed at Montreux Jazz festival for Quincy Jones and appeared live on The Jimmy Kimmel Show on ABC \, as well as performing at The Sydney Opera House and with The Krakow Symphony Orchestra\, The Heritage Orchestra\, The London Metropolitan Orchestra. Heidi performed with The Cinematic Orchestra concluding a 2019 USA tour at the prestigious Los Angeles Walt Disney Hall where she performed with Patrick Watson\, Moses Sumney\, and Miguel Atwood Ferguson. Heidi has also performed at festivals such as: Cape Town Jazz Festival\, Sonar Japan\, Fuji Rock\, Coachella\, Glastonbury\, North Sea Jazz Festival\, Montreal Jazz Festival\, Blue Note Jazz Festival\, New York Film Festival\, Central Park Summerstage\, BBC 6 Music Festival. \nFor tonight’s show\, Heidi teams up with award-winning pianist Bruno Heinen – described by the Guardian as “eclectic\, eccentric\, unobtrusively erudite” and the acclaimed guitarist James Kitchman; recognised as one of the most distinctive and sought-after jazz guitarists of his generation. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/valentines-day-heidi-vogel-james-kitchman-bruno-heinen-early-show-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Tori Freestone Trio (Birthday Gig)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nTori Freestone – Tenor Saxophone \nTim Giles – Drums \nDave Mannington – Double Bass \n+ special guests \n  \nAbout\nTonight\, as we celebrate Tori’s birthday\, a few of her long time musical acquaintances will make a special appearance on stage so come along for a very special night of jazz (and cake!)\n\nTori Freestone has been creating a stir in the UK and abroad in recent years winning prestigious awards including the Ivor Novello for jazz composition and receiving rave reviews including Guardian Jazz album of the month for her ‘El Mar de Nubes’ 2019 trio release. Her unique writing style is not only steeped in the jazz tradition but reflects her roots in folk music and is also influenced by Latin and Brazilian music spending much of her youth and adult life in the Canary Islands where she now does much of her composing. Tori plays these compositions with the melodic yet robust approach that she has become so well known for and the trio\, with her long-time colleagues Tim Giles (drums) and Dave Manington (bass)\, themselves much in demand on the London jazz scene\, has an incredible rapport and interaction that gives audiences a buzz and sense of excitement in a live setting. The music from her recent release and fresh compositions composed during the lockdown brings the level of interaction from the 3 musicians to new heights. \n“Freestone has caused a stir far beyond the UK… an impressive original and formidable trio” Leibnitz Jazz Festival\, Austria review \n“she’s got a real burn to her playing ..with weaving lines and constant listening\, supporting and interacting from the bass and drums…my ears never get tired”\, Ingrid Jensen’ ‘Artist Choice’ Jazz Times\, USA – top 10 UK artists article \n“Freestone has clearly listened widely\, but her musicality and broad experiences have stirred all that input into an imposingly original sound”. John Fordham\, The Guardian **** review\, UK \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/tori-freestone-trio/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Glasshopper (Jonathan Chung / James Kitchman / Corrie Dick)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJonathan Chung – Saxophone \nJames Kitchman – Guitar \nCorrie Dick – Drums \n  \nAbout\nGlasshopper welcome being undefined. However\, their band leader and Glaswegian saxophonist Jonathan Chung would label their music simply as “Jazz”. The London based trio (a partnership with James Kitchman on guitar and Corrie Dick on drums) have gained wide critical acclaim for their captivating and euphoric live performances\, and especially with their latest 2024 post punk/indie jazz release “I’m Not Telling You Anything”. \nDescribed as having “a sound and aesthetic that is very much their own”\, these three musical voices make music with great gravity which is at once heavy as hell and soaring weightless. The trio are proudly compared to pioneering British jazz bands like Acoustic Ladyland and Polar Bear\, and carry a torch of personal influences from the likes of; Jimi Hendrix\, the Beatles\, Radiohead\, Paul Motian\, John Scofield and John Coltrane. \nTheir latest album “I’m Not Telling You Anything” crackles with their trademark exuberance but contains considerable emotional heft\, even the occasional gut punch. In this album they showcase their fresh brand of interweaving composition and improvisation with complete reverence and abandon. Haring off at tangents\, sparking off one another\, intersecting\, overlapping into something that delivers a unique jazz noise. \nAlthough only wee\, this three-piece are fearless in challenging perceptions of what jazz is and draw audiences into moments pure of sonic bliss to high octane rock-outs.The bass-less line up builds on influences from Celtic folk to global grooves and across jazz\, adding brasher beats and tones from indie and rock. Seldom settling\, always searching. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Glasshopper’s second bursts with emotional intensity. From I Go to Bed at 10pm’s twangy propulsion to Take Out The Sun’s ruminative sprawl\, this intersecting sax/guitar/drums trio re-prove their mettle as wordless storytellers with laser focus.”  ★★★★ MOJO Magazine \n“Young UK jazz/post-rock outfit Glasshopper display their Polar Bear-to-Radiohead versatility in guitar/sax clamours\, ambient murmurings and jaunty rockers\, with I’m Not Telling You Anything.” The Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Superb exponents of modern British jazz.” ★★★★★ The Morning Star \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/glasshopper-jonathan-chung-james-kitchman-corrie-dick/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Riley Stone-Lonergan
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA 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 Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan\, each one hosting one session on rotation. \nIf you’re an instrumentalist  you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! \nOur dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-jam-session-4-2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Future Standards & Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION:3 – 5pm: house band set featuring familiar repertoire as well as contemporary future standards\, composed in the years since ca. 1980 by artists such as Roy Hargrove\, Pat Metheny\, Kenny Garrett\, Esbjörn Svensson\, Helena Kay and Eric Lounsbury.\n\n5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or recent compositions from the regularly updated playlists below.\n\n\n  \n \n  \n \n  \nFor more details on the future standards project\, including sheet music\, workshops\, and to suggest additions to the repertoire\, contact vortex.jazz.collective at gmail dot com
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-3-2024-04-14-2024-05-12-2024-06-09-2024-08-03-2024-11-24/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Riley Stone-Lonergan
DESCRIPTION:Doors 11:00 PM\, Music 11:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nRiley Stone-Lonergan – Tenor Saxophone \nAbout\n“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am 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. For only £6\, check out exciting music from a revolving line-up of innovative performers digging into standards and new music alongside DJs spinning vinyl until the early hours. A relaxed atmosphere and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \nThis time we are joined by tenor saxophonist Riley Stone-Lonergan
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-riley-stone-lonergan/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Niklas Lukassen
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nWill Vinson – Alto Saxophone \nIvo Neame – Piano \nNiklas Lukassen – Double Bass \nFrancesco Ciniglio – Drums \n  \nAbout\n\n“A great bassist with very musical instincts!“ – Mike Stern \n\n\n\n\n\n“Niklas Lukassen is clearly developing his own artistic voice on his instrument and has a gift for jazz composition.“ – Richie Beirach  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNiklas Lukassen showcases an equally astonishing lyrical sensibility and skillful command on both the upright bass and the bass guitar. After having lived in New York for several years\, he today resides between London and Berlin. Immersed in both scenes and choosing to experiment between the chairs\, he continues to establish himself as a significant presence within the young European jazz scene. Moreover\, his sound and artistic vision radiate a striking band leader potential.\n\nNiklas Lukassen is a bassist and composer\, who ventured from an inconspicuous village somewhere in the South German Black Forest out into a life of excitement and opportunity through his personal musical journey. Soon after discovering his love for the bass and particularly improvisation\, he moved to Berlin\, aged 16\, to study at the Jazz Institute and to cut his teeth in the capital’s music scene.\n\nA formative part of his career lies in New York where he lived for several years and obtained a Masters’s Degree from Manhattan School of Music on a full scholarship under the mentorship of Ron Carter. To further explore innovative bass playing concepts\, he today pursues his doctoral degree as a practice performance researcher at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Unorthodox features of his personal playing style are the artistic development of the bass cello\, pick playing on the upright bass and use of gut strings on the bass guitar. \nStill Waters Run Deep is Niklas Lukassen’s soon to be released debut album as a band leader. On it\, he merges his talents as a composer\, bassist and also as a vocalist on one track. Aged 27 at the time of the albums recording\, Niklas Lukassen has already lived through several formative life changes that have transformed his perspective on music. As a result\, his artistic voice belongs to itself and doesn’t cradle from just one specific place. \nFittingly\, his international quartet with saxophonist Ben van Gelder\, pianist Kit Downes\, drummer Francesco Ciniglio\, unites protagonists of the jazz scenes of Amsterdam\, London\, Paris and Berlin. Enriched by musical contributions from guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel\, vocalist Céline Rudolph\, saxophonist Wanja Slavin & trombonist Geoffroy De Masure\, his album reveals further striking musical layers. The creation of Still Waters Run Deep\, resembles an improvisational synergy\, which like water\, flows through river forks into unexpected directions\, at times producing pounding waves of collective\, raw energy. Resulting\, Still Waters Run Deep surfaces a many-layered new artistic voice with a distinctive\, radiant musical vision. \nImmersed in contrasting musical worlds\, Niklas has has been fortunate to accompany performances with artists such as Kurt Rosenwinkel\, Joe Lovano\, Mike Stern\, Jorge Rossy\, Richie Beirach\, Norma Winstone\, Oz Noy\, Jo Lawry\, Will Vinson\, Sean Wayland & Valerie Simpson. Furthermore\, Niklas expands beyond his position as a bass player and composer through his singing voice. As a vocalist he was a member of the German National Jazz Orchestra (BuJazzO). Through his musical collaborations he has been privileged to tour extensively throughout Europe\, the UK\, North America\, Asia and North Africa. Notable stages he performed on include the Lincoln Center\, the Beacon Theatre\, the John F. Kennedy Center and the Berlin Philharmonie. \nNiklas is currently working on his second band leader album featuring pianist Gwilym Simcock and drummer James Maddren. The trio explores untrodden musical paths with Niklas on the bass cello\, a unique and novel instrument. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/niklas-lukassen/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Finn Carter Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nFinn Carter – Piano \nKaidi Akinnibi – Tenor Saxophone \nJoe MacLaren – Double Bass \nBlake Cascoe – Drums \n  \nAbout\nThe Finn Carter Quartet comprises some of the most important up and coming London musicians. Led by pianist and composer Finn Carter\, the members of this group all approach improvising from the same perspective: trying to serve the music and remove the ego from improvising. With credits including Loyle Carner\, Sampha\, Rex Orange County and Tom Misch\, these in-demand players are all technically virtuosic\, but the music they create together is more than that; it is sensitive\, emotive and synergistic. \nThe quartet members’ shared approach to improvising is also supported by their diverse range of influences which\, combined with a deep knowledge of the jazz tradition\, allow the music to explore new territories each time they play together. Compositionally\, Carter’s tunes showcase a blending of his love of jazz\, soul\, hip-hop and free music\, which allows his music to feel both deeply personal and widely accessible. \nPlaying their first show quartet in late 2021\, the Finn Carter Quartet have had a string of successful\, sold-out shows\, including a main show at Ronnie Scott’s in May 2024 and closing out Brick Lane Jazz festival 2022\, as well as headlining Jern og Metall festival in Norway in August 2024. \nIn late 2022 they went to Arda Recorders in Porto to record Carter’s debut album\, entitled ‘Hymn For My Dad’\, which was released in September 2024 to wide critical acclaim\, alongside a sold-out UK album release tour. \n“I’d be amazed if Londoner Carter doesn’t become the next most in-demand UK jazz pianist on the basis of this recording alone” – Stephen Graham\, Marlbank \n“Beautiful group improvisation and a gorgeous composition from the artist Finn Carter” – Jamie Cullum\, BBC Radio 2 \n“I have seen many established and renowned acts perform at Ronnie Scott’s since 1990 and never have I been so impressed” – DJ Fitzroy\, Soul Survivors Magazine \n\n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/finn-carter-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T223000
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SUMMARY:Fabienne Ambuehl Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nFabienne Ambuehl – Piano / Voice \nTom Ollendorff – Guitar \nMatt Ridley – Double bass \nJon Scott – Drums \n  \nAbout\nFabienne Ambuehl is a Swiss pianist\, singer and composer based in London. Her lyrical jazz takes the listener from the calm of mountain landscapes deep into the buzz of city life. The compositions have a striking energy and dynamism\, while also painting details with a subtle brush. Ambuehl’s vocals sweep across wide emotional terrain\, using her own lyrics as well as poems by Emily Dickinson\, D.H. Lawrence and others. \nA trio of her favourite musicians – Tom Ollendorff\, Matt Ridley and Jon Scott – have helped bring this project to fruition\, both in the recording studio and live on stage. Together\, they celebrate the release of the new album Thrive on Ubuntu Music. An evening of compelling rhythms\, evocative songs and contemporary folk-tinged jazz. \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/fabienne-ambuehl-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T203000
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SUMMARY:Bigger Picture
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nLaurie Rich – Piano \nTobias Bech – Trumpet \nSeth Sjöström – Bass Guitar \nDominik Witte – Drums \nIrma Neumüller – Voice \n  \nAbout\nBigger Picture is a collective of musicians deriving from Berlin\, centred around the compositions of members Tobias Bech (Denmark) and Laurie Rich (UK). The duo met in Berlin in March 2024 and quickly began playing and writing music together. Through a shared love of free-improvisational\, ambient\, modern jazz\, classical and folk music from around the world\, they were able to quickly develop a common musical language that clearly appears in their compositions. Inspired by their experiences of the Berlin scene\, the two young musicians began to aim for an approach to free improvisation with a delicate and considered touch.\nSoon into this process\, they set themselves the goal of recording an album before the end of the year and booked a day session in Berlin’s legendary Hansa Studios with Swedish engineer Nanni Johansson\, where they recorded a total of 11 tracks. On the record\, the renowned Swedish vocalist Irma Neumüller is heard on 6 of the titles – a creative decision that was inspired by a shared love for Kenny Wheeler\, John Taylor and Norma Winstone’s ‘Azimuth’ project. \nLater that year\, the duo began to explore their music in a larger capacity by introducing Swedish bassist Seth Sjöström and later German drummer Dominik Witte. Together they created the quartet “Bigger Picture” and played a series of concerts in Berlin before Laurie had to travel back to the UK in July 2024. The group are excited to play the music in the UK for the first time in the Winter of 2025 with dates across South Wales (featuring BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2024 Ursula Harrison on bass and Patrick Barrett-Donlon on drums) and England (with the original lineup) culminating in a new album recording and concert at the Vortex Jazz Club in London. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/bigger-picture/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Queer Jazz: QUEEN KALTOUM w/ Maya Law (support)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\nAbout\nQueer 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. \nTickets are flexibly priced – please select the pricing tier that reflects your situation. We want as many people as possible to access the gigs so if you’re able to\, please consider paying for the highest ticket band\, otherwise cheaper tickets are limited but available. \nQUEEN KALTOUM: Moroccan singer/songwriter born in Italy and now London based. Through her Neo-soul/Rnb style she intends to heal and create a warm and welcoming environment for her listener. Perfect if you want to have a good time or share an intimate moment with a loved one. She creates a unique brand of conscious music that inspires and uplifts\, aiming to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that feels healing for her listener. A few years ago she joined the spanish-british band Crystal Fighters with whom she’s been touring over 13 countries. She also featured in their last album LIGHT+. Her first solo project will be out in January 2025\, a live album in collaboration with Pizza Express Records after the band McFly announced her as a winner for the competition that took place back in 2023. \nMaya Law (support): It’s no secret that Maya Law has a voice and songwriting ability far beyond her years on the planet. Raised in the spacious quiet of Norfolk\, Maya has created an expansive sound to match – one that warmly invites you alongside as she navigates life as a queer woman\, encounters heartbreak and offers refreshingly candid snapshots into her own mental wellbeing.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/queer-jazz-queen-kaltoum-w-maya-law-support/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Creations - Free Improvisation Evening w/ Gerardo Gozzi & Edwin Hillier + Jam
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGerardo Gozzi – Saxophones \nEdwin Hillier – Electronics \n  \nAbout\nCurated by cellist Shirley Smart\, Creations features a set by invited artists from the UKs vibrant free improvisation scene\, followed by an acoustic jam session. Creations is a unique event on the London scene bringing together musicians from a wide range of backgrounds\, and cross-genre and cross-generation to experiment and communicate through free improvisation. \nThe jam session will run on a first-come first served basis. Please ask for inclusion on the jam list at the door.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/shirley-smarts-creations-free-improvisation-evening-w-gerardo-gozzi-edwin-hillier-jam/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Midweek Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFirst set from house band: David Miller (saxophone)\, Davide Melis (piano)\, Duncan McKenzie (bass) & Bobby James (drums) followed by a jam session till close. \nEntry is free all night 19:00 – 22:30.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/midweek-downstairs-jam-3/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Nick Costley-White
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA 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 Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan\, each one hosting one session on rotation. \nIf you’re an instrumentalist  you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! \nOur dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-jam-session-4-2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra - Celebrating Kenny Wheeler
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:30 PM\, Music 4:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\nTrumpeter and composer Kenny Wheeler was a founder member of the London Jazz Orchestra\, and the LJO celebrates his 95th birthday with a performance of his Long Suite 2005\, written for his 75th birthday tour. Kenny’s writing remains a huge influence on the band’s composer/members and the performance will also “trumpet” new music by LJO pianist Alcyona Mick and bassist Calum Gourlay. \nDirected by Scott Stroman\, in its 34th year the LJO retains a lyrical and yet cutting edge\, generating a stream of new music – played by top soloists from across the generations including trumpet Henry Lowther\, saxophonist Pete Hurt\, trombonist Martin Gladdish and guitarist Nick Costley-White. \n  \nReview: London Jazz Orchestra – Kenny Wheeler Long Suite 2005
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-vortex-session/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Tom Ridout
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, End 1am\n  \nLine-up:\nTBC \nAbout\n“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10-1am 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. For only £6\, check out exciting music from a revolving line-up of innovative performers digging into standards and new music alongside DJs spinning vinyl until the early hours. A relaxed atmosphere and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \nThis time we are joined by award winning saxophonist and recorder player Tom Ridout.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-tom-ridout/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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