Events

Mopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music!

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Eastmond leads and curates the Composers Workshop Big Band, an alchemical fulcrum for new experimental big band music.

Reuben Goldmark returns to the Vortex with his trio to premiere a brand new set of original compositions.

Join us for a drink looking out onto Gillett Square. Ticket holders for the gig upstairs get 20% off items, just show your ticket when ordering at the bar.

Pianist/composer Kate Williams has gained a reputation as both a distinctive writer and performer. The performance will feature material from the album as well as some new tunes and arrangements.

This performance marks the debut of a brand-new quintet, presenting new compositions and a new musical direction, born from Mark Kavuma’s record label Banger Factory records.

Myele Manzanza brings a new ensemble to the legendary Vortex Jazz Club for an evening of adventurous contemporary music, featuring premieres of new works and exploratory improvisation at the edges of jazz and modern composition.

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, 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.

Dave Sear is pushing the envelope for jazz trombone in the UK, and is a regular sight on gigs throughout a multitude of genres.

Leif Kaner-Lidströms style has been described as a cinematic odyssey of music, inspired at its roots by classical form and melody consisting of through-composed compositions, where folk-like harmony and soulful rhythm shine through.

Acclaimed jazz flautist Gareth Lockrane (Louis Cole, Bheki Mseleku, Quincy Jones, Dick Oatts, Bokani Dyer, Jules Buckley, Nikki Iles) brings an all-star band of long time collaborators to play his original compositions drawing on a wide spectrum of influences drawing on contemporary jazz, world music, hard bop, soul and blues.

Our monthly series brings together some of the most prominent voices in contemporary songwriting, hosted by Matthew Herd. This month we’re hugely excited to welcome back The Howl & The Hum’s Sam Griffiths in a solo outing. This promises be an incredibly special evening.

Alice returns to the Vortex two years after performing with the original ‘Reunion Band’ in summer 2024 for another one-time special evening involving some of her favourite London-affiliated musicians.

This outing introduces an exciting new band, featuring original compositions and a curated set of arrangements spanning the tradition, from late 50s to present.

Two veteran maestros join forces with a superb rhythm section to bring an evening of mature, soulful jazz and blues.

Join a collective of musicians who met through the Vortex jazz club in imagining future standards.

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Tonight, we will honour Richard Turner, the brilliant trumpeter, composer, pillar of the London Jazz community.

A quartet formed in Trondheim, Norway to explore mathematical and indeterminate forms in improvised music.

Zhenya Strigalev is renowned for his intense, unforgettable performances and distinctive saxophone sound. Drawing on the rich traditions of jazz history and global musical influences, he has developed a voice that is both original and compelling.

Musician and composer Alasdair Pennington has in recent years established himself as a distinct and creative voice on the drum kit within the vibrant London jazz and improvised music scenes.

Innovative vocalist Rebecka Edlund presents new material written for voice and harmonium alongside trailblazing fiddle player Owen Spafford.

amigos del groove is excited to introduce the shared grooves sessions, a listening experience centered in musical presence and creating a sonic community.

A gifted international jazz musician and steel pan virtuoso from Trinidad & Tobago. His music is a blend of his Caribbean roots with the harmonic and improvisational complexities of jazz, creating a lively and eclectic meld all his own.

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

This special three day residency will see Idris Rahman and Liran Donin collaborate with some of their favourite musicians, allowing improvisation and experimentation to dominate.

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.

This special three day residency will see Idris Rahman and Liran Donin collaborate with some of their favourite musicians, allowing improvisation and experimentation to dominate.

This special three day residency will see Idris Rahman and Liran Donin collaborate with some of their favourite musicians, allowing improvisation and experimentation to dominate.

A unique meeting of three of the countries most inventive improvisers – Binker Golding, Steve Noble and John Edwards.

This collaborative septet features a stunning line-up of leading musicians on the UK jazz scene who come together in this format for the first time to celebrate seminal septet recordings from the classic jazz canon.

The Haffner/Fink Quintet will be bringing exciting original music written by Donovan and Laurel.

As part of the UK jazz scene Annie has worked with Chris McGregor’s Brotherhood of Breath, John Stevens, Dudu Pukwana, Evan Parker, Paul Dunmall Octet (featuring Keith Tippett and Tony Levin) and Elton Dean’s Newsense.

Doors 2:00 PM, Music 2:30 PM About Julian Woods (guitar) & Steve Beresford (piano/electronics) + Susanna Ferrar (violin), Tracy Lisk (drums), Jerry Wigens (clarinet) + Marcio Mattos (bass/cello) & Alex […]

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

UK born multi award winner Alexandra Ridout is a trumpeter, bandleader, composer and educator based in Harlem NYC. At only 27 years old Alexandra is already one of the most talented young trumpet players on the international scene.

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.

London-based trumpeter and arranger Matt Roberts celebrates his 40th birthday with a nostalgic deep dive into the popular culture of the ’80s and ’90s with his distinctive big band arrangements.

B.A.S.S. “Black Ancestral Sound System”. Is a 360 sonic exploration of Black ancestral sound systems through analogue, ritual, digital futurism, and diasporic voice.

Love songs of Brazil and Cuba from one of London’s favourite vocalists.

Improvised music from a trio of three leading voices of the US, UK, and European avant-garde.

This is now the third edition of Tomorrow’s Warriors BXL x LDN Interplay, a ground-breaking, vibrant, cross-channel jazz collaboration uniting rising stars from London and Brussels, in partnership with Brosella Festival.

Rory Ingham invites one of the most in-demand trombonists in the Netherlands, Maarten Combrink (Metropole Orchestra). Together they explore the sound palette of the trombone, combining influences from different musical scenes.

A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.

Part of Finn Carter’s monthly residency at the Vortex showcasing a new project each month.
This month he is joined by world-renowned musicians Yves Fernandez and Richard Spaven.

The Hectet is the melodious jazz project of Hector McLachlan: a pianist, composer and producer based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, New Zealand.

Award-winning Romanian pianist and composer Sorin Zlat returns to London with his acclaimed Sorin Zlat Trio, presenting music from his latest project Changing Times.