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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Matt Hurley Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nMatt Hurley – Guitar/Compositions \nAlex Maydew – Piano/Harmonium  \nJake Burgess – Tenor Saxophone \nSeb Rochford – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA 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 \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. \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-matt-hurley-quartet/
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SUMMARY:Julian Siegel Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJulian Siegel – Tenor Saxophone \nLiam Noble – Piano \nOli Hayhurst – Double Bass \nGene Calderazzo – Drums \nAbout\nWith 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. The band features inspirational pianist Liam Noble\, his fluid touch and dazzling imagination perfectly complementing Siegel’s music and playing\, and providing a perfect foil for the many directions the music can turn. With the creative spark of dynamic drummer Gene Calderazzo and the deep groove of bassist Oli Hayhurst dove-tailing perfectly with Siegel and Noble this is unquestionably one of the UK’s most exciting and powerful quartets. \nFollowing up from their London Jazz Award winning album Urban Theme Park (Basho Music)\, 2018 saw the release of VISTA\, the second album of the Julian Siegel Quartet and the first on the Whirlwind Recordings label. The album features ten of Julian’s compositions plus an arrangement of Bud Powell’s ‘Un Poco Loco’. This acoustic set of music moves freely through varied sound worlds and colours\, from undercurrents of bop to searching ballads and joyful melodies.\nSince the release of VISTA\, the band has performed internationally at Jazz Festivals including INNtöne Jazz Festival in Austria\, Made in The UK at the Rochester International Jazz Festival\, the Jazz Standard NYC\, JazzFestival Goettingen in Germany\, Limerick Jazz Festival Ireland\, UK’s Love Supreme Festival 2019\, Bristol International Jazz and Blues Festival\, Manchester International Jazz Festival and many other UK shows included in an extensive 2018 – 2019 Arts Council England UK Tour. The Quartet was featured on the cover of UK’s Jazzwise Magazine in February 2018 and VISTA was included in Jazzwise’s Top 20 Jazz Albums of the year. \n“Expressive direct music…. tightly wound post-bop\, pensive improv. and more.”\nJohn Fordham\, The Guardian – – – – Jazz Album of the Month\, February 2018 \n“A great quartet with an enthralling agility.” – – – – In Music \n”Exciting\, dynamic music with improvisation at its centre.”– London Jazz News \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/julian-siegel-quartet-12/
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SUMMARY:Riley Stone-Lonergan/George Crowley Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nRiley Stone-Lonergan – Tenor Saxophone \nGeorge Crowley – Tenor Saxophone \nOli Hayhurst – Double Bass \nTim Giles – Drums \n  \nAbout\nUnited 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. They are joined by UK greats Oli Hayhurst on Bass and Tim Giles on Drums.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/riley-stone-lonergangeorge-crowley-quartet/
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SUMMARY:Queer Jazz: Peng Femme Jam w/S0lar (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 will be limited and available on first-come first-serve basis. \nMusicians: Bring your instruments along to Queer Jazz for this! \nPeng Femme Jam: a live-music jam session\, for peng people\, highlighting & nurturing femme talent! Peng Femme Jam (PFJ) was born as a reaction to the male-dominated music/jam scene in London\, and designed as a gender-diverse live\, improvised event. We aim to create an inclusive and nurturing space for women\, queer\, and trans global majority musicians to play together and build their musicianship\, nurture their creativity and reach their potential as self-sufficient artists/musicians. \nSl0ar: s0lar\, is an upcoming eccentric queer creative\, based in east London. A highly collaborative neo-soul/fusion artist who takes inspo from the greats such as Erykah Badu and De la soul\, she write on both a personal and relatable level as well as having fun with her lyrics and harmonies.She’s been working on an Ep on the low. Never one to shy away from the spotlight\, s0lar and her talented band bring intricate arrangements\, exciting genre fusion and blended backing vocals to the stage. \n\n\nYou can sign up to hear more about Queer Jazz events HERE
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/queer-jazz-peng-femme-jam-ws0lar-support/
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SUMMARY:Petra Haller - ORBIT: The Fierce Urgency of Now
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nFollowing 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. \nThe recording continues Haller’s fearless journey into collective improvisation—where rhythm\, movement\, music\, and poetry collide in a space that is spontaneous\, raw\, and unrepeatable. \nPetra Haller is a leading force in using tap dance as a percussive voice within contemporary jazz and improvised music. She dissolves the line between dancer and musician\, placing tap at the centre of the ensemble as a driving rhythmic instrument. With a background spanning traditional jazz\, avant-garde\, improvisation\, and interdisciplinary performance\, she has worked with major figures across the UK and Europe. \nShe is joined once again by the formidable Jeffrey Durrant\, one of the most captivating voices in the UK’s improvised music scene. Known for his ability to create meaning in the moment\, Durrant’s spoken word performances are fluid\, urgent\, and deeply responsive to his surroundings. Whether appearing at the Vortex or on international stages like the Gibraltar World Music Festival\, his voice functions as both narrative and instrument—intertwining with sound in an ever-evolving dialogue. \nFor this session\, they are joined by two extraordinary improvisers: John Bisset on lap steel guitar and Julia Brüssel on violin. \nJohn Bisset is a London-based musician and visual artist whose work ranges from songmaking to free improvisation. Known for his unconventional approach to the lap steel guitar—using preparations and extended techniques—Bisset creates textural\, abstract soundscapes that dissolve the boundary between instrument and atmosphere. His collaborations include projects with Jim Finer\, Alex Ward\, Burkhard Beins\, and Ivor Kallin\, and his curatorial work includes the legendary 2.13 Club and The Pool. \nJulia Brüssel\, a violinist\, improviser\, and composer\, brings a rich palette of influences to the group\, from jazz and classical to electronic and folklore traditions. A key figure in ensembles like Liasemble\, Hilde\, and the Ghanaian band Okailey\, she is known for her striking ability to blend tradition with experimentation. Brüssel’s deep connection to texture and form makes her a natural fit for ORBIT’s evolving sound world
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/petra-haller-orbit-the-fierce-urgency-of-now/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Harben Kay
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 Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) 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-2025-05-11/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250511T193000
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SUMMARY:vortex collective presents: future standards & downstairs jam
DESCRIPTION:Standards are engaging and accessible for musicians and listeners alike\, but nearly all of jazz’s standard repertoire is from a 50 year period ca. 1920 – 1970. \nAnother half century has since passed\, where new compositions have not been added to this shared language.\nJoin a collective of musicians who met through the Vortex jazz club in imagining future standards.\n \n3 – 5pm: house band set and open jam reserved for future standards.\n \n(5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or these recent compositions)\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\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-2025-05-11/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: James Allsopp
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00PM\n  \nLine-up:\nJames Allsopp – Bass Clarinet \nWill Glaser – Drums & Gongs \nEd Dudley – Live Electronics\n  \nAbout\n“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. 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 saxophonist James Allsopp.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-james-allsopp/
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SUMMARY:Tony Kofi Tentet Plays Monk (2nd Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nTony Kofi – Saxophone/Leader \nKezia Pollendine – Piano \nOli Fitzgerald – Double Bass \nNoah Ojumu – Drums \nDylan Orba – Bass Trombone \nDylan Rennie-Carter – Trombone \nLouis Allan-Sinclair – Tenor Saxophone \nNoah Black – Baritone Saxophone \nSonny Claplan-Higgs – Alto Saxophone \nLiv Hughes – Euphonium \nFerg Kilsby – Trumpet\n \nSpecial Guests:\n\nLouis Koller – Trombone \nHans Koller – Piano \nJacob Wilson – Tenor Saxophone\n  \nAbout\nThe Thelonious Monk Orchestra at Town Hall is an album by Thelonious Monk\, released in 1959. The concert included Hall Overton’s arrangements of Monk’s compositions. (including a transcription of Monk’s piano solo on “Little Rootie Tootie”). \nTony 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 Know.” He will be appearing with his Tentet ensemble at the Vortex to perform the 1959 classic “Thelonious Monk Orchestra at the Town Hall\,” as well as some other Monk originals. The ensemble features some of the UK’s most exciting and upcoming talent in jazz. Featuring Kezia Pollendine (piano)\, Oli Fitzgerald (double bass)\, Noah Ojumu (drums)\, and Liv Hughes (Euphonium ). With special guests Jacob Wilson (tenor sax)\, Louis Koller(trombone)\, and Hans Koller (piano) \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/tony-kofi-tentet-plays-monk-2nd-show/
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SUMMARY:Tony Kofi Tentet Plays Monk (1st Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nTony Kofi – Saxophone/Leader \nKezia Pollendine – Piano \nOli Fitzgerald – Double Bass \nNoah Ojumu – Drums \nDylan Orba – Bass Trombone \nDylan Rennie-Carter – Trombone \nLouis Allan-Sinclair – Tenor Saxophone \nNoah Black – Baritone Saxophone \nSonny Claplan-Higgs – Alto Saxophone \nLiv Hughes – Euphonium \nFerg Kilsby – Trumpet \nSpecial Guests:\n\nLouis Koller – Trombone \nHans Koller – Piano \nJacob Wilson – Tenor Saxophone \nAbout\nThe Thelonious Monk Orchestra at Town Hall is an album by Thelonious Monk\, released in 1959. The concert included Hall Overton’s arrangements of Monk’s compositions. (including a transcription of Monk’s piano solo on “Little Rootie Tootie”). \nTony 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 Know.” He will be appearing with his Tentet ensemble at the Vortex to perform the 1959 classic “Thelonious Monk Orchestra at the Town Hall\,” as well as some other Monk originals. The ensemble features some of the UK’s most exciting and upcoming talent in jazz. Featuring Kezia Pollendine (piano)\, Oli Fitzgerald (double bass)\, Noah Ojumu (drums)\, and Liv Hughes (Euphonium ). With special guests Jacob Wilson (tenor sax)\, Louis Koller(trombone)\, and Hans Koller (piano) \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/tony-kofi-tentet-plays-monk-1st-show/
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SUMMARY:Dalston Song Club w/ Ormella
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\n\nOur 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.\n \nOrmella\n \nHailing from East London\, Ormella is a classically trained singer\, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Having previously lent her unmistakably soulful voice to classic analogue synthesiser sounds and reverb-drenched guitars in the atmospheric pop band Take\, she – now as a solo artist – continues to push her sound into a more intimate space\, stripping her songs back to a singer-songwriter style.\n\nOrmella is also the creator and host of the Folk Rising series at Camden’s Green Note.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/dalston-song-club-w-ormella/
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SUMMARY:David Binney with James Maddren and Freddie Jensen
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDavid Binney – Alto saxophone \nJames Maddren – Drums \nFreddie Jensen – Double Bass \n  \nAbout\nRenowned 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.” \n Photo credits: Evan Shay \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/david-binney-with-james-maddren-and-freddie-jensen/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T223000
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SUMMARY:Filomena Campus Trio with Steve Lodder and Charlie Pyne
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nFilomena Campus – Vocals & Effects \nSteve Lodder – Piano \nCharlie Pyne – Double Bass \n  \nAbout\nTheatralia 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. The band features Steve Lodder on piano and Charlie Pyne on double bass\, who also provides backing vocals with sophisticated harmonies and improvisations. \nFilomena Campus\nInternationally renowned and award-winning vocalist\, lyricist\, theatre practitioner\, academic\, and radio presenter\, Filomena Campus has recently received the honour of “Cavaliere” (Dame) of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic”. Her diverse influences range from literature\, theatre\, and art to the culture of her native Sardinia. Filomena has collaborated with Orphy Robinson\, Rowland Sutherland\, Cleveland Watkiss\, Steve Williamson\, Laura Cole\, Byron Wallen\, Jean Toussaint\, Ruth Goller\, Kenny Wheeler\, Evan Parker\, Nana Simopoulos\, and the London Improvisers Orchestra\, as well as with fellow Sardinian musicians Paolo Fresu\, Gavino Murgia\, and Antonello Salis. Campus has performed at many jazz festivals worldwide\, including Germany\, Italy\, Jordan\, Qatar\, Morocco\, Thailand\, and Croatia. \n“Her scatting is literally something else\, a modernist in her approach” Jazz in Europe​ \n“Virtuosic musicality from each member\, innovative\, complex and taut while swinging hard; and all of it suffused with joy. Triumph and glory“. Candace Allen \n“A Filomena Campus performance is like spending an evening with a friend playing you all their favourite music. Jazz\, Bossa Nova\, Electronica\, Canzone and spectacular improvisation; all flow from the stage with panache and emotion. She celebrates the cultural highlights of Britain and her native Sardinia. Highlight of the evening was an a cappella soundscape with Filomena creating layers of vocal harmonies that entranced everyone”. John Ingham \n“A captivating performer\, Filomena combines classic jazz virtuosity with breathtaking innovation. Watching her perform is an unforgettable experience\, and reminds you why—even in this digital era of easy access—there is no replacement for live music”. Alessandra Rizzo \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/filomena-campus-trio-with-steve-lodder-and-charlie-pyne/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T223000
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SUMMARY:Vasilis Xenopoulos and Paul Edis Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nVasilis Xenopoulos – Tenor Saxophone \nPaul Edis – Piano \nAdam King – Double Bass \nJoel Barford – Drums \n  \nAbout\nVasilis 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. In the intervening years they’ve played numerous gigs together\, releasing their first album in 2016\, entitled A Narrow Escape to critical acclaim. Their latest recording features original music inspired by the many places they’ve called home over the years. Released in April 2024 on the Ubuntu label\, ‘Feels Like Home’ has already received glowing reviews from around the world\, and the band has toured the UK with more dates planned for the Autumn and 2025. \n“World-class” Los Angeles Jazz Scene (USA) \n“grounded in the jazz tradition… inspired playing” All About Jazz (US) \n“The quartet’s compatibly and their ease in performance is a delight” Jazzwise (UK) review and Editor’s Choice \n“an album to which you quickly become addicted” Action Jazz \n“an attractive and lively album” La Habitacion del Jazz \n“Xenopoulos blows with a rich tone and Paul Edis shows himself to be a restrained\, yet swinging pianist.” Jazz Flits \n“the versatile pianist Paul Edis matches [Vasilis] in both virtuosity and creativity.” Jazz’n’More magazine \n“faithfully evokes the famous era of jazz” Jazzma \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vasilis-xenopoulos-and-paul-edis-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T223000
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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-3/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250504T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250504T223000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Huw V Williams
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n  \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 Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.If 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-2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250504T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250504T173000
DTSTAMP:20250428T092402Z
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra - Vortex Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:30 PM\, Music 4:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-may-2025/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T233000
DTSTAMP:20250404T154349Z
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SUMMARY:James Brandon Lewis Trio (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJames Brandon Lewis – Tenor Saxophone \nJosh Werner – Electric Bass \nGerald Cleaver – Drums \n\nAbout\n\n\n“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 — an artist who has carved a niche for his singular mixture of gospel\, blues\, and R&B with the incendiary saxophone explorations of John Coltrane\, Albert Ayler\, and Sonny Rollins. His performance coincides with the release of his ANTI Records recording\, Eye and I. His Live Trio features electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver. \n“James Brandon Lewis’ solos are like a jumbo jet\,” enthuses Marc Ribot. “You need to give them plenty of runway space to take off and land. Because they’re huge\, not just in terms of sound\, chops\, soul\, ideas\, energy\, and originality\, (although they have all these in abundance)\, but because they’re carrying a precious cargo: the living legacy of John Coltrane. I’m not talking about some skillful ‘young lion’s’ reproduction of a historic jazz sound\, but a young artist’s courage to take up the spiritual challenge—to channel what needs to be channeled now.” \n\nVisual credits: Shervin Lainez
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/james-brandon-lewis-trio-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T213000
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SUMMARY:James Brandon Lewis Trio (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJames Brandon Lewis – Tenor Saxophone \nJosh Werner – Electric Bass \nGerald Cleaver – Drums \n\nAbout\n\n\n“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 — an artist who has carved a niche for his singular mixture of gospel\, blues\, and R&B with the incendiary saxophone explorations of John Coltrane\, Albert Ayler\, and Sonny Rollins. His performance coincides with the release of his ANTI Records recording\, Eye and I. His Live Trio features electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver. \n“James Brandon Lewis’ solos are like a jumbo jet\,” enthuses Marc Ribot. “You need to give them plenty of runway space to take off and land. Because they’re huge\, not just in terms of sound\, chops\, soul\, ideas\, energy\, and originality\, (although they have all these in abundance)\, but because they’re carrying a precious cargo: the living legacy of John Coltrane. I’m not talking about some skillful ‘young lion’s’ reproduction of a historic jazz sound\, but a young artist’s courage to take up the spiritual challenge—to channel what needs to be channeled now.” \n\nVisual credits: Shervin Lainez
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/james-brandon-lewis-trio-1st-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T223000
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SUMMARY:PAUL DUNMALL SEXTET performs Freedom Jazz Dance (Eddie Harris) & Ghosts (Albert Ayler)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nPaul Dunmall – Saxophones \nNikki Yeoh –  Piano \nPercy Pursglove – Trumpet \nRichard Foote – Trombone \nJames Owston – Double Bass \nMiles Levin – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA 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. Pianist Nikki Yeoh has collaborated in her own group and with Dunmall in different combinations inrecent years and the concerts have been received with deserved ovations. Percy Pursglove and Richard Foote (trumpet and trombone respectively) are the perfect partners on these sonic trips and the bass/drum combination of James Owston and Miles Levin are integral to a number of Duns latest ensembles.\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/paul-dunmall-sextet-performs-freedom-jazz-dance-eddie-harris-ghosts-albert-ayler/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250501T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250501T223000
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SUMMARY:David Preston MU Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDavid Preston – Guitar \nJonny Mansfield – Vibraphone \nConor Chaplin – Double Bass \nMarc Michel – Drums \n  \nAbout\nLondon based guitarist and composer\, David Preston has been described by the Guardian as “Virtuosic” and TimeOut as “A superb modern jazz guitarist”. \nA finalist at the Montreux International Guitar competition\, David is composer and co-leader for the acclaimed UK modern-jazz trio ‘Preston Glasgow Lowe’ and has released two albums (’16 & ’18) on UK/US label\, Whirlwind Recordings. The trio has performed internationally in Japan and Europe as well as playing over 150 concerts throughout the UK. \nDavid has been active as a sideman to a variety of UK musicians such as Empirical\, Lianne La Havas\, Sebastian Rochford\, Nathaniel Facey\, Asaf Sirkis\, Peter Ind\, Emma Rawicz\, Eska\, Goldie & the Heritage Orchestra\, Jeremy Stacey\, Jamie Murray\, and the internationally celebrated piano and drum virtuoso Gary Husband. \nHe has performed/toured/recorded with many US artists such as Grammy-Winning US jazz vocalists Melody Gardot\, Curtis Stigers\, Jesse Harris\, and notable US based musicians Sy Smith\, David Binney\, Ingrid Jensen\, Charnett Moffett\, Patrick Cornelius and Tim Armacost. \nHe released his 2 part debut album ‘Purple / Black’ on Whirlwind Recordings in 2023 featuring ECM recording artists\, Kit Downes\, Sebastian Rochford and bassist Kevin Glasgow. \nPurple / Black received Editors Choice and a 4 star review in May issue of Jazzwise Magazine. \n“Virtuosic” – The Guardian \n“You are playing some scary s#!*” – Kurt Rosenwinkel \n“Amazingly talented” – Gary Husband \n\n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/david-preston-m%c2%b5-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T223000
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SUMMARY:Lophae - 'Perfect Strangers' album launch
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGreg Sanders – Guitar \nSam Rapley – Tenor Saxophone \nTom Herbert – Bass Guitar \nBen Brown – Drums \n  \nAbout\nNew quartet Lophae (pronounced “lo-fi”) launch their debut LP ‘Perfect Strangers’ with this rare live show. \nThere’s a specific thrill that record collectors feel: not while digging through crates for classics\, but when intuition leads you to pick out something as-yet-unknown. You take it home\, put it on the turntable\, and are bathed in spectacular sounds that become new favourite sonic destinations. You have discovered rare and beautiful treasure. \nOn Lophae’s debut album Perfect Strangers\, they carry out the performing equivalent of that crate digging: we are treated to world-class musical explorers searching for (and very much finding) sounds that both hit home with familiarity and bestow that thrill of discovery. \nDon’t be fooled by the title: though it is their first time recording together in this particular line-up\, these four are no strangers\, neither to each other\, nor to the singular art of sculpting sound through collective improvisation. Their enthusiasm for the process is palpable on every track\, taking many forms and expressing many moods. \nGuitarist 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. His writing and playing combine melodic elegance with rhythmic complexity\, and provide a lush foundation for improvisation and dialogue. He also has a tried and tested talent for bringing together specific constellations of extraordinary musicians to interpret his original music. \nTo form Lophae (pronounced Lo-fi)\, Sanders calls on three of his favourites: \nDrummer Ben Brown brings wide-reaching rhythm expertise\, honed while performing with Ethio-Jazz legend Mulatu Astatke and leading his own group Waaju. Brown’s intricate playing propels the band with absolute confidence and fierce energy. \nBass player Tom Herbert is a mainstay of the UK jazz scene\, known for his work with The Invisible\, Polar Bear\, London Brew and Acoustic Ladyland. Herbert is much in-demand for his unparalleled ability to ground any musical situation with his massive sound\, beautiful tone\, highly-tuned sensitivity and unceasing musical curiosity. \nSaxophonist Sam Rapley possesses a lyrical flair and a relaxed mastery of his instrument in the vein of tenor giants such as Stan Getz and Sonny Rollins. Rapley weaves seamlessly between textural and melodic roles with understated skill and grace. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/lophae-perfect-strangers-album-launch/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T184500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T203000
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SUMMARY:Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe – Piano \nMatthew Hill – Trumpet \nJohn Alcock – Tenor Saxophone \nGuy Dempsey – Double Bass \nDavid Harkness – Drums \n  \nAbout\nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe is a pianist and composer from North London. His early musical experiences fostered an appreciation for an array of different genres including Jazz\, Soul\, R&B and Calypso\, and has led him to pursue an active career performing across a wide array of music. \nHis quintet performs his own compositions which draw inspiration from man of his personal experiences\, exploring themes of loss\, memory and belonging. His music is heavily inspired by artists within the Black American jazz tradition such as Wayne Shorter\, Ambrose Akinmusire and Robert Glasper to name a few\, and he aspires to merge these influences with the sounds from his upbringing to make something uniquely his own. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/diarra-walcott-ivanhoe-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250427T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T223000
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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 Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) 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-2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T230000
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SUMMARY:Ivo Neame's Dodeka (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBrinley Heywood-Snell\, Miguel Gorodi\, Robbie Robson  – Trumpet \nKieran McLeod – Trombone \nRichard Foote – Bass Trombone \nMike Chillingworth – Alto Sax \nGeorge Crowley\, Tom Barford – Tenor Sax \nJon Shenoy – Baritone Sax \nIvo Neame  – Piano \nTom Farmer – Bass \nJosh Blackmore – Drums \n\n  \nAbout\n\n\n\n\nIvo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special\, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame. The live performance drought that resulted from the outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 was a kick in the teeth for all musicians – Neame decided to nurse his teeth by writing and recording music for a virtual big band and running a marathon for the charity Help Musicians. In May 2020 he received support from Help Musicians and Arts Council England to multitrack a big band album – this eventually became “Glimpses of Truth”. None of the musicians involved in the project were in the same room at any time as per the regulations set out and subsequently ignored by the UK government. Thanks to the wonders of music technology and the internet\, Neame was able to produce a critically acclaimed work during an extremely difficult time. Seeing as it was possible to record musicians from their homes anywhere in the world\, he also decided to involve US jazz stars Gilad Hekselman and Ingrid Jensen on the record. \n\n\n\n\n\n‘A tour de force of lockdown woodshedding creativity’ THE GUARDIAN \n‘This wide-screen triumph by Ivo Neame is one of the standouts of the pandemic era’ JAZZWISE MAGAZINE \n\n\n\n\n‘Neame’s work is off-beat\, complex\, immersive\, kaleidoscopic and often bracingly polyrhythmic’ ALL ABOUT JAZZ \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ivo-neames-dodeka-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Ivo Neame's Dodeka (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBrinley Heywood-Snell\, Miguel Gorodi\, Robbie Robson  – Trumpet \nKieran McLeod – Trombone \nRichard Foote – Bass Trombone \nMike Chillingworth – Alto Sax \nGeorge Crowley\, Tom Barford – Tenor Sax \nJon Shenoy – Baritone Sax \nIvo Neame  – Piano \nTom Farmer – Bass \nJosh Blackmore – Drums \n\n  \nAbout\n\n\n\n\nIvo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special\, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame. The live performance drought that resulted from the outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 was a kick in the teeth for all musicians – Neame decided to nurse his teeth by writing and recording music for a virtual big band and running a marathon for the charity Help Musicians. In May 2020 he received support from Help Musicians and Arts Council England to multitrack a big band album – this eventually became “Glimpses of Truth”. None of the musicians involved in the project were in the same room at any time as per the regulations set out and subsequently ignored by the UK government. Thanks to the wonders of music technology and the internet\, Neame was able to produce a critically acclaimed work during an extremely difficult time. Seeing as it was possible to record musicians from their homes anywhere in the world\, he also decided to involve US jazz stars Gilad Hekselman and Ingrid Jensen on the record. \n\n\n\n\n\n‘A tour de force of lockdown woodshedding creativity’ THE GUARDIAN \n‘This wide-screen triumph by Ivo Neame is one of the standouts of the pandemic era’ JAZZWISE MAGAZINE \n\n\n\n\n‘Neame’s work is off-beat\, complex\, immersive\, kaleidoscopic and often bracingly polyrhythmic’ ALL ABOUT JAZZ \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ivo-neames-dodeka-1st-show/
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SUMMARY:vortex collective presents: future standards & downstairs jam
DESCRIPTION:Standards are engaging and accessible for musicians and listeners alike\, but nearly all of jazz’s standard repertoire is from a 50 year period ca. 1920 – 1970. \nAnother half century has since passed\, where new compositions have not been added to this shared language.\nJoin a collective of musicians who met through the Vortex jazz club in imagining future standards.\n \n3 – 5pm: house band set and open jam reserved for future standards.\n \n(5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or these recent compositions)\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\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250425T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250425T223000
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SUMMARY:The Downstairs Living Room: Immy Churchill and Scottie Thompson
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nAbout\n“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10:30-12am 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. \n  \nThe Downstairs Living Room \nConverting Vortex Downstairs into their very own living room\, vocalists Rebecka Edlund and Immy Churchill invite you to a night of storytelling through music. With their shared love for songwriting and improvisation\, the singers intertwine their unique voices with some of the most exciting musicians in the UK. \nHave you ever sipped a cup of tea to the sound of a bass clarinet and a 12-string guitar? Munched a custard cream to a flute and banjo improvisation? \nIf yes\, I bet you’d like to do it again and if no\, here’s your chance. \nThis 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.\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/the-downstairs-living-room-immy-churchill-and-scottie-thompson/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Basil Hodge's Jazz Africa!
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBasil Hodge – Piano \nTony Kofi – Tenor saxophone \nSimon Fiddler – Electric Guitar \nNeville Malcolm – Bass Guitar \nWinston Clifford – Drums \n  \nAbout\nJazz Africa is Basil Hodge’s exciting new project. It is jazz from across the African continent. 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 from such artists as Abdullah Ibrahim (formerly Dollar Brand)\, Manu Dibango and Fela Kuti. Expect breath taking musicianship including djembe and percussion skills from these excellent players. \n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/basil-hodges-jazz-africa/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Orchard EP Release
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nEvelyn Hill – Voice \nCat Eden – Trombone \nJemima Whyte – Alto Saxophone \nMatthew Hill – Trumpet \nJoe Orme – Bass \nCalum Harrison – Electric Guitar \nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe – Piano \nLewis Kentaro – Drums \n  \nAbout\nFollowing 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. \nOrchard are the newest eight-piece neo-soul group to emerge from the London jazz scene. Having met at Guildhall School of Music and Drama\, they have been shaped by their shared love of the jazz tradition\, and yet bring their most valuable contributions to the music through individual influences and unique musical backgrounds. Celebrating the interaction between individuality and collective experience is what Orchard’s music is all about – like rows of trees in the orchard\, each individual voice grows in conversation with the whole. \nHeavily influenced by artists such as Roy Hargrove\, Robert Glasper and Kokoroko\, Orchard’s music synthesises meaningful songwriting with heavy grooves\, warm horn lines\, and blistering improvisation. Having met on the Artist Masters course\, Orchard’s sound is fully grown – they released their debut single\, Honesty\, in November 2024\, and the full EP will soon follow.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/orchard-ep-release/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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