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SUMMARY:Iain Ballamy & Gareth Williams / Green in Blue
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nIain Ballamy – Tenor Saxophone \nGareth Williams – Piano \n  \nAbout\nGreen in Blue\, this stunning duo of two world class musicians\, saxophonist Iain Ballamy and pianist Gareth Williams will literally dazzle listeners with their original compositions and harmonically sophisticated new takes on jazz standards. They display a level of empathy and virtuosity rarely heard having shared their musical journey for over 25 years. Sparky interaction and energy guarantee their performances to be exciting and memorable bu never predictable. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/iain-ballamy-gareth-williams-green-in-blue/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T183000
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SUMMARY:Creations - Free Improvisation Evening with Sam Eastmond & Gerardo Gozzi + Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nSam Eastmond – Trumpet\n\nGerardo Gozzi – Saxophone\n\nShirley Smart – Cello\n\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. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/creations-free-improvisation-evening-with-steve-beresford-jam-session/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250408T223000
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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-3/2025-04-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250406T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250406T230000
DTSTAMP:20250305T173448Z
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SUMMARY:Trio Grande (2nd Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGilad Hekselman – Guitar \nWill Vinson – Saxophone \nNate Wood – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA collaborative multi-national trio featuring 3 leading voices in the international jazz scene: Will Vinson on sax & keys\, Gilad Hekselman on guitar\, and Nate Wood on drums & bass. \n  \nPhoto credit: Caterina di Perri \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/trio-grande-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250406T210000
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SUMMARY:Trio Grande (1st Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGilad Hekselman – Guitar \nWill Vinson – Saxophone \nNate Wood – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA collaborative multi-national trio featuring 3 leading voices in the international jazz scene: Will Vinson on sax & keys\, Gilad Hekselman on guitar\, and Nate Wood on drums & bass. \n  \nPhoto credit: Caterina di Perri \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/trio-grande-1st-show/
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra - John Taylor Special
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:00 PM\, Music 3:30 PM\n  \nABOUT\nJohn Taylor\, one of jazz’s greatest pianists and a founder member of the LJO\, died 10 years ago.  “JT”\, leader of the Azimuth trio with Kenny Wheeler and Norma Winstone\, was a delightfully inventive composer – the band honours his memory with his Quatorze Suite\, alongside music he inspired from his successors on piano\, Pete Saberton and Alcyona Mick\, and from director Scott Stroman with his homage to JT\, JT23.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-john-taylor-special/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250405T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250405T223000
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SUMMARY:Rob Luft Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nRob Luft – Guitar \nJoe Wright – Tenor Saxophone \nTom McCredie – Bass Guitar \nCorrie Dick – Drums \n  \nAbout\nRob Luft is undeniably one of the most exciting jazz guitarists in Europe of his generation. Hailing from London\, this award-winning virtuoso has garnered comparisons to legends such as John McLaughlin\, Al Di Meola & Pat Metheny. \nRob Luft is a true rising star\, possessing a rare combination of talent as a guitarist\, band-leader\, composer\, and captivating communicator. His debut album\, “Riser\,” released in 2017\, made an enormous impact on the domestic and European jazz scenes. Winning the prestigious Kenny Wheeler Jazz Prize propelled Luft’s career\, & at just 23 years old\, he presented a collection of originals showcasing a remarkable instrumental sound & compositional voice that reflected his individuality. His camaraderie with bandmates & their exceptional interplay added depth to the album. Luft’s joy in music-making\, humility\, & ability to connect with other musicians quickly made him one of the most sought-after instrumentalists to emerge from the UK in recent years. With his second album\, “Life Is The Dancer\,” he continued to enchant audiences with his warm & joyous sound. \nThe highly-anticipated third album\, “Dahab Days\,” showcases Rob Luft’s continuous artistic growth & musical exploration. Released on Edition Records in October 2023\, the album marked another significant milestone in his career. Luft’s selection as a BBC New Generation Artist & his collaborations on ECM Records with John Surman & Elina Duni have further solidified his reputation & expanded his reach throughout Europe. \n“Dahab Days” reveals Luft’s willingness to push boundaries & expand his sonic palette. Drawing inspiration from his time in Egypt’s Dahab region during the pandemic\, Luft infuses the songs of the album with a unique ambiance that permeates his compositions. \nThe exceptional lineup on “Dahab Days” features Rob Luft on electric and acoustic guitars and kalimba\, accompanied by Joe Wright on tenor saxophone\, Tom McCredie on bass guitar & Corrie Dick on drum kit. \nRob Luft’s journey as a jazz guitarist has been nothing short of remarkable. Praised by The Times for his performances with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra\, he quickly gained recognition as a musician destined for greatness. His accolades include the prestigious 2016 Kenny Wheeler Prize from The Royal Academy of Music & 2nd Prize in The 2016 Montreux Jazz Festival Guitar Competition. Critics & audiences alike were captivated by his debut album\, & he received nominations for several awards\, including “Breakthrough Act” in the 2018 Jazz FM Awards & “Instrumentalist of the Year” in both the 2018 Parliamentary Jazz Awards & the 2019 Jazz FM Awards. \nWith his unmatched talent\, artistic growth & the critical acclaim of 3 solo albums on Edition Records\, Rob Luft continues to make waves in the jazz world\, solidifying his position as one of the most exciting & accomplished jazz guitarists in Europe today. \n\n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/rob-luft-quartet/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Herbie Hopkins
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. \nHerbie Hopkins is a songwriter from Leeds. Renowned improviser and drummer\, Mark Sanders\, described his work as ‘adventurous and daring’. \nHis new album\, ‘Alex’\, is about anatomy\, nocturnal landscapes\, and personal catharsis. New single\, ‘What Am I Doing Here? (lie)’\, will be released March 21st\, 2025. \nRecorded by Chris Sharkey (engineer)\, accompanied by Matthew Bourne (piano) and Harry Souter (guitar\, percussion); ‘Alex’ combines vivid song writing\, haunting improvisation\, and raw found-sound-samples.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-herbie-hopkins/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250404T223000
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SUMMARY:Soft Machine - A Celebration of John Etheridge's 50 years with the band
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJohn Etheridge – Guitar – Guitar\nTheo Travis – Saxophone\nFred Baker – Bass guitar\nAsaf Sirkis – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nSoft Machine\, from their earliest performances as a psychedelic band who were contemporaries of\, and shared stages with\, Syd Barrett’s Pink Floyd and the Jimi Hendrix Experience\, all the way to being one of Europe’s best known ‘fusion’ groups\, has influenced several generations of bands\, and continues to be name-checked by today’s hip experimentalists. \nWhilst the line-up of Soft Machine may have changed many times since the heady days of the late 1960’s\, the band’s spirit of musical adventure\, and the ease with which it freely avoids being pigeon holed and can move from powerful progressive jazz fusion to atmospheric psychedelia to free improvised jazz-rock continues to make it both unique and totally contemporary. The band is led by 1970s band member John Etheridge on guitar\, who celebrates 50 years with the band. The band’s latest album ‘Other Doors’ has received rave reviews worldwide. See www.softmachine.org \n‘This isn’t a nostalgia or revival band but a very vital unit\, contemporary and alert\, consistently humane\, still capable of surprise and delight – The Wire (Brian Morton) \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/soft-machine-a-celebration-of-john-etheridges-50-years-with-the-band/
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SUMMARY:Downes/Norris/Jensen/Ling [CANCELLED]
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately and due to unforeseen circumstances\, this performance had to be cancelled. All tickets will be refunded within 3-5 working days. We apologise for the disappointment.\n\nDoors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\nLine-up:\nSam Norris – Alto Saxophone \nKit Downes – Piano \nFreddie Jensen – Double Bass \nHarry Ling – Drums \n  \nAbout\nKit Downes is a BBC Jazz Award winning\, Mercury Music Award nominated solo recording artist for ECM Records. He has toured the world playing piano\, church organ and harmonium with his own bands (‘ENEMY’\, ‘Troyka’ and ‘Elt’) as well as with artists such as Squarepusher\, Bill Frisell\, ‘Empirical‘\, Andrew Cyrille\, Sofia Jernberg\, Benny Greb\, Mica Levi and Sam Amidon. \nKit performs solo pipe organ and solo piano concerts – as well as playing in collaborations with saxophonist Tom Challenger\, cellist Lucy Railton\, composer Shiva Feshareki\, saxophonist Ben van Gelder and with the band ‘ENEMY’ (with Petter Eldh and James Maddren). \nTonight\, Kit will be joined for a special concert at the Vortex by three powerful forces in the young UK jazz scene- Sam Norris on alto saxophone (Ronan Guilfoyle\, Tom Challenger)\, Freddie Jensen on double bass (Laura Jurd\, Joe Farnsworth) and Harry Ling on drums (Alex Hitchcock\, Shirley Tetteh). They will perform free-flowing original compositions written by Kit and Sam\, as well as favourite pieces by composers such as Paul Bley and Sam Rivers. \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/downesnorrisjensenling/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T223000
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SUMMARY:Paula Rae Gibson with Alex Bonney and Matthew Bourne
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nPaula Rae Gibson – Voice \nAlex Bonney – Trumpet / Electronics \nMatthew Bourne – Piano / Synth \n  \nAbout\nMulti-talented singer/visual artist Paula Rae Gibson presents music from her latest albums ‘The Roles We Play To Disappear’\, and ‘Loving In Real Time’\, immersive works that mixes experimental songs\, ambient electronica and avant-jazz. She will be accompanied by electronic musician and trumpeter Alex Bonney and the fearlessly unpredictable pianist and synthesist Matthew Bourne \nReview for ‘The Roles We Play To Disappear: \n“There are reminders of Portishead\, of Annette Peacock in the way that she navigates the shadows and waves of the electronic/instrumental backdrop but also of Blemish era David Sylvian. Elsewhere\, Luft’s guitars have the plangent quality of Bill Frisell’s on Paths\, Prints\, Kit Downes’ cello\, emanates from a similar suspension to Arthur Russell’s World Of Echo\, and Alex Bonney’s trumpets resound and chatter with frantic luminosity in the darkness\, a la Mongezi Feza or Don Cherry. The insistent electronics and beats\, add a sense of emotional urgency amid the stillness\, hovering with all the indifference of a cold universe to our individual fates.” Jazzwise \nReview for ‘Loving In Real Time’ \n‘Paula Rae Gibson and Matthew Bourne’s Loving In Real Time is the reflection of that haunting understanding that comes with tenderness\, and is one that at times safely overwhelms the listener\, catching them unawares of the unfolding poignant and touching way each song conveys a heartfelt meaning\, an imploring of the volatile and contemplative movements and compromise’ Liverpool Sound and Vision \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/paula-rae-gibson-with-alex-bonney-and-matthew-bourne/
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SUMMARY:Reuben Goldmark Trio
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nReuben Goldmark – Piano \nJohn Jones – Double Bass \nJonah Evans – Drums \n  \nAbout\nPianist and composer Reuben Goldmark returns to the Vortex with his piano trio\, the night before they record their debut album. Witness a band pushing themselves to their absolute creative limit\, disassembling and reconstructing their catalogue in real-time before setting the music in stone at Livingston Studios the next day. \nReuben Goldmark was a finalist in the esteemed BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year competition and his compositions were featured on BBC 4 and BBC Radio 3. He was awarded the Dankworth Prize for Jazz Composition in both 2022 and 2023\, making him the first ever back-to-back recipient of the award. As a performer\, he has graced numerous prestigious venues across the UK\, including select appearances at the Queen Elizabeth Hall as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival\, Snape Maltings as part of the Aldeburgh Festival and Saffron Hall supporting Erland Cooper. He recently graduated from the Royal Academy of Music. Reuben is a Worshipful Company of Musicians’ Young Artist. \nHis piano trio explores lyrical melodies and hooks underpinned by high-tech grooves and metric modulations\, balancing the cerebral nature of contemporary jazz with a focus on strong narrative storytelling. Taking inspiration from rhythmic concepts pioneered by European jazz legends Petter Eldh and Christian Lillinger\, Reuben’s music is filled with polyrhythmic beats that question our perception of time and rhythm. Frequently the trio finds itself simultaneously playing two or even three different time signatures with ease. They will record their debut album in April 2025\, with friend and mentor Kit Downes producing. \n“This young man is from another planet.” – Monty Alexander
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/reuben-goldmark-trio-2/
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SUMMARY:Kurtis Li – ‘In Bloom’ Album Launch
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nKurtis Li – Guitar \nSam Watts – Piano \nMirko Scarcia – Double Bass \nDavid Ingamells – Drums \n  \nAbout\nJoin us to celebrate the release of In Bloom\, the debut album by Kurtis Li\, a guitarist and composer from Hong Kong\, now based in London. Recorded in Spain during his time at Berklee College of Music (Valencia Campus)\, the album features collaborations with renowned Spanish musicians such as Albert Sanz and Perico Sambeat. \nExperience a night of original music\, blending influences from modern jazz\, South American\, and classical music. \n\n \n  \nIn Bloom de Kurtis Li
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/kurtis-li-in-bloom-album-launch/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Rick Simpson
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-4-2025-03-30/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:eavesdropping festival forum (session 4)
DESCRIPTION:About\neavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival\, curated by Juliet Fraser\, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex). We hope to stimulate your ears and your imagination by presenting new work by eight artists working at the experimental fringes of a variety of genres. At the heart of the eavesdropping festival is the forum\, a two-day gathering at Vortex Jazz Club for local and visiting artists alike to explore the topic ‘Experiments in Magic’. Weighty talks given by guest speakers Ximena Alarcón-Díaz\, Zuleika Lebow & Sara Mohr-Pietsch sit alongside shorter provocations gathered through an open call. The weekend also includes a sound walk\, a screening of the documentary ‘City of a Million Dreams’ and several Q&As. The vibe is low-key and friendly\, whilst definitely being thought-provoking. \n\n\nExplore the full festival programme. \nTickets: £12 / £9 \n\nClick through to our box office to find tickets for all the individual events\, as well as two discounted bundles: \nFORUM PASS (ALL FORUM SESSIONS)\nFESTIVAL PASS (ALL FESTIVAL EVENTS) \n\neavesdropping\neavesdropping is a platform for the sharing of new music and new ways of thinking about music. Excited by experimentalism\, we create opportunities for artists and audiences to practise engaged listening and compassionate debate. Our activity includes a festival\, a forum\, a podcast\, and training and development workshops. Our mission is to build community through an ethics of curiosity and care\, in the belief that ripples do make waves.\nhttps://www.eavesdropping.london \neavesdropping is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Network Partner supported by PPL. eavesdropping gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants\, the Hinrichsen Foundation & the eavesdropping consortium.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/eavesdropping-festival-forum-session-4/
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SUMMARY:eavesdropping festival forum (session 3)
DESCRIPTION:About\neavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival\, curated by Juliet Fraser\, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex). We hope to stimulate your ears and your imagination by presenting new work by eight artists working at the experimental fringes of a variety of genres. At the heart of the eavesdropping festival is the forum\, a two-day gathering at Vortex Jazz Club for local and visiting artists alike to explore the topic ‘Experiments in Magic’. Weighty talks given by guest speakers Ximena Alarcón-Díaz\, Zuleika Lebow & Sara Mohr-Pietsch sit alongside shorter provocations gathered through an open call. The weekend also includes a sound walk\, a screening of the documentary ‘City of a Million Dreams’ and several Q&As. The vibe is low-key and friendly\, whilst definitely being thought-provoking. \n\n\nExplore the full festival programme. \nTickets: £12 / £9 \n\nClick through to our box office to find tickets for all the individual events\, as well as two discounted bundles: \nFORUM PASS (ALL FORUM SESSIONS)\nFESTIVAL PASS (ALL FESTIVAL EVENTS) \n\neavesdropping\neavesdropping is a platform for the sharing of new music and new ways of thinking about music. Excited by experimentalism\, we create opportunities for artists and audiences to practise engaged listening and compassionate debate. Our activity includes a festival\, a forum\, a podcast\, and training and development workshops. Our mission is to build community through an ethics of curiosity and care\, in the belief that ripples do make waves.\nhttps://www.eavesdropping.london \neavesdropping is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Network Partner supported by PPL. eavesdropping gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants\, the Hinrichsen Foundation & the eavesdropping consortium.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/eavesdropping-festival-forum-day-2/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Olly Chalk
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nOlly Chalk – Piano \nAsaph Tal – Double Bass \nSacha Harlan – Drums\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. \nJoined by Asaph Tal (bass) and Sacha Harlan (drums)\, this event marks a rare opportunity to witness pianist Olly Chalk in a classic piano trio line-up; journeying through ‘off-the-beaten track’ Great American Songbook classics and Chalk’s distinctive original compositions.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-olly-chalk-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T194500
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SUMMARY:Georgia Mancio Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGeorgia Mancio – Voice \nRobin Aspland – Piano \nAndrew Cleyndert – Double Bass \nDave Ohm – Drums \n  \nAbout\nMulti-award-winning jazz vocalist\, lyricist and producer\, Georgia Mancio\, celebrates her 25th anniversary in music\, with a series of concerts throughout the year. \nA supreme storyteller and formidable force on today’s scene\, Georgia creates work of beauty and bite\, both personal and political. Her copious industry acknowledgements include consecutive wins at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards: Best Vocalist (2021) and Best Album (‘Finding Home’ with Kate Williams’ Four Plus Three\, 2020)\, and several nominations at the Jazz FM\, British Jazz and Urban Music Awards. \nHer revered partnership with Grammy-winning pianist/composer\, Alan Broadbent\, has yielded over 40 co-written works (many published in their book\, ’The Songs of Alan Broadbent and Georgia Mancio’); three albums (‘Quiet Is The Star’\, ‘Songbook’ and the forthcoming ‘A Story Left Untold’); and performances across Europe and the US\, including Ronnie Scott’s and Jazz at Lincoln Center (NYC). \nOther credits include: Liane Carroll\, Ian Shaw\, BBC Proms (2019)\, Pat Metheny (lyric approval)\, Bobby McFerrin and her own festivals ReVoice! and Hang. She also runs her own label\, Roomspin Records\, and Eltham and Crystal Palace Jazz Clubs with drummer Dave Ohm. \nA joyously authentic artist whose invoking performances connect deeply with her audiences and linger long in the mind. \nPhoto credit: Nolan Regent \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/georgia-mancio-quartet-4/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Local & Live in Hackney Presents Anatolian Alevi Music Featuring UMUT ÖZKAN\, UMUT EKİZ & DURSUN CAN ÇAKIN
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. \nAbout\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Anatolian Alevi music\, presented by Local & Live in Hackney in collaboration with Vortex Jazz Club and proudly supported by Hackney Council. Experience the rich musical heritage of Anatolia through the soulful sounds of the bağlama\, kabak kemane\, and traditional Alevi deyişler\, performed by three outstanding musicians. \nUMUT ÖZKAN\nA highly accomplished Alevi musician from Ankara\, Umut Özkan was born into a family with deep roots in Hacı Bektaş\, the spiritual heartland of the Bektashi order. Trained from an early age in Alevi musical traditions\, he has performed as a zakir in numerous Cem ceremonies and is renowned for his expertise in semah music—a sacred form of Alevi spiritual expression. A graduate of Gazi University and a former collaborator with esteemed artists like Erdal Erzincan and Erdal Tuğcular\, he has worked extensively as a session musician and theatre artist. Since moving to the UK in 2019\, he has been teaching bağlama and traditional Anatolian music. \nUMUT EKİZ\nBorn and raised in Ankara\, Umut Ekiz was inspired by the rich folk traditions of his homeland. His journey into music began under the mentorship of İhsan Öztürk\, leading him to study at Ege University State Conservatory of Turkish Music. Specialising in bağlama and kabak kemane\, he has performed extensively in Turkey and the UK\, collaborating with local and international artists while preserving and promoting Anatolian folk music. \nDURSUN CAN ÇAKIN\nOriginally from Boğazören\, Sivas\, and born in Adana\, Dursun Can Çakın moved to London at a young age\, where he was immersed in Alevi and Kurdish folk music through his family’s cherished cassette tapes. Encouraged by his father\, he started playing the bağlama at the age of eight\, later receiving advanced training in şelpe techniques. He has been a key figure in the London folk music scene\, performing in major concerts\, collaborating on various projects\, and teaching bağlama at the British Alevi Federation (BAF). \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the deep\, spiritual\, and evocative sounds of Anatolian Alevi music in the heart of Hackney. \nSecure your tickets now and immerse yourself in a mesmerising evening of tradition\, culture\, and music. \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\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/local-live-in-hackney-presents-anatolian-alevi-music-featuring-umut-ozkan-umut-ekiz-dursun-can-cakin/
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SUMMARY:eavesdropping festival forum (session 2)
DESCRIPTION:About\neavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival\, curated by Juliet Fraser\, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex). We hope to stimulate your ears and your imagination by presenting new work by eight artists working at the experimental fringes of a variety of genres. At the heart of the eavesdropping festival is the forum\, a two-day gathering at Vortex Jazz Club for local and visiting artists alike to explore the topic ‘Experiments in Magic’. Weighty talks given by guest speakers Ximena Alarcón-Díaz\, Zuleika Lebow & Sara Mohr-Pietsch sit alongside shorter provocations gathered through an open call. The weekend also includes a sound walk\, a screening of the documentary ‘City of a Million Dreams’ and several Q&As. The vibe is low-key and friendly\, whilst definitely being thought-provoking. \n\n\nExplore the full festival programme. \nTickets: £12 / £9 \n\nClick through to our box office to find tickets for all the individual events\, as well as two discounted bundles: \nFORUM PASS (ALL FORUM SESSIONS)\nFESTIVAL PASS (ALL FESTIVAL EVENTS) \n\neavesdropping\neavesdropping is a platform for the sharing of new music and new ways of thinking about music. Excited by experimentalism\, we create opportunities for artists and audiences to practise engaged listening and compassionate debate. Our activity includes a festival\, a forum\, a podcast\, and training and development workshops. Our mission is to build community through an ethics of curiosity and care\, in the belief that ripples do make waves.\nhttps://www.eavesdropping.london \neavesdropping is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Network Partner supported by PPL. eavesdropping gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants\, the Hinrichsen Foundation & the eavesdropping consortium.
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SUMMARY:eavesdropping festival forum (session 1)
DESCRIPTION:About\neavesdropping returns to East London for another four-day festival\, curated by Juliet Fraser\, which includes four evening double-bill events (at Cafe OTO) and a weekend-long forum of provocations exploring ‘Experiments in Magic’ (at Vortex). We hope to stimulate your ears and your imagination by presenting new work by eight artists working at the experimental fringes of a variety of genres. At the heart of the eavesdropping festival is the forum\, a two-day gathering at Vortex Jazz Club for local and visiting artists alike to explore the topic ‘Experiments in Magic’. Weighty talks given by guest speakers Ximena Alarcón-Díaz\, Zuleika Lebow & Sara Mohr-Pietsch sit alongside shorter provocations gathered through an open call. The weekend also includes a sound walk\, a screening of the documentary ‘City of a Million Dreams’ and several Q&As. The vibe is low-key and friendly\, whilst definitely being thought-provoking. \n\n\nExplore the full festival programme. \nTickets: £12 / £9 \n\nClick through to our box office to find tickets for all the individual events\, as well as two discounted bundles: \nFORUM PASS (ALL FORUM SESSIONS)\nFESTIVAL PASS (ALL FESTIVAL EVENTS) \n\neavesdropping\neavesdropping is a platform for the sharing of new music and new ways of thinking about music. Excited by experimentalism\, we create opportunities for artists and audiences to practise engaged listening and compassionate debate. Our activity includes a festival\, a forum\, a podcast\, and training and development workshops. Our mission is to build community through an ethics of curiosity and care\, in the belief that ripples do make waves.\nhttps://www.eavesdropping.london \neavesdropping is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Network Partner supported by PPL. eavesdropping gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants\, the Hinrichsen Foundation & the eavesdropping consortium.
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SUMMARY:Downstairs Living Room: Rebecka Edlund
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. \nFor this adventurous edition of The Downstairs Living Room\, singer-songwriter and experimental vocalist Rebecka Edlund will share her original music intertwined with Swedish folk songs and freely improvised storytelling. She’ll be joined by some of the most adventurous and original musicians this city has to offer. \nRebecka Edlund – voice \nRūta Sipola – flute \nAlex Lyon – bass clarinet \nTom Step – banjo and piano
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/downstairs-living-room-rebecka-edlund/
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SUMMARY:Matt Carmichael: Dancing with Embers
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nMatt Carmichael – Tenor Saxophone \nFergus McCreadie – Piano \nCharlie Stewart – Violin \nAli Watson – Double Bass \nTom Potter – Drums \n  \nAbout\nHeralded by BBC Music Magazine as ‘a distinctive new voice in a crowded scene’\, Glasgow based saxophonist/composer Matt Carmichael continues to thrive with his powerfully emotive blend of melodic Jazz and Folk music. \nReleased on 28th March – ‘Dancing with Embers’ is a collection of emotionally driven instrumental songs where melody takes centre stage\,Carmichael’s new album features four of his closest friends and long-term collaborators. The quintet\, playing together since they were teenagers\, have developed a special chemistry grounded in collective improvisation. His most ambitious work to date\, Dancing With Embers sees the saxophonist expand his soundworld with guests Rachel Sermanni (voice)\, Brìghde Chaimbeul (small pipes)\, Chris Amer and Innes White (guitars) alongside his core quintet including pianist Fergus McCreadie. \nThe record’s warm\, intimate sound leans more into influences from singer-songwriters such as Adrienne Lenker and Bon Iver than Carmichael’s previous works. He explains ‘I listened to more singer-songwriters than anything else in the time period I wrote Dancing with Embers and wanted to create an album where the focus is on the song and not so much on having any typical Jazz solos… on live gigs the band have free reign and improvisation is at the core\, but I approached the recording of this album a little differently.’ \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/matt-carmichael-dancing-with-embers/
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SUMMARY:Bruno Heinen Trio + Bonnici/Bieri/Bota/Hjelm (support)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBruno Heinen – Piano \nKobe Heath Ngugi – Double Bass \nGene Calderazzo – Drums \n  \nAbout\n“Top Class” – Gilles Peterson \n“Brilliant playing…tuneful and intricate” – Big Issue \n“Demonstrating that originality doesn’t have to be complicated” – Observer \nDescribed by the Guardian as “eclectic\, eccentric and unobtrusively erudite“\, pianist Dr. Bruno Heinen is equally at home supporting Lee Konitz or Roy Hargrove at the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club as he is playing with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Coming from three generations of classical musicians\, Bruno Heinen started playing piano at the age of four. He started composing pieces early on\, and was introduced to the world of jazz through the music of Bill Evans by his uncle (jazz pianist Johannes Heinen) in his late teens. His compositional voice has been informed by his love of composers from Duke Ellington to Béla Bártok and from Wayne Shorter to György Ligeti. \nProfessor of jazz piano and composition at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music\, Bruno has written for artists ranging from DJ Vadim to the Camerata Alma Viva string ensemble\, with the Independent noting his ‘consistently intelligent linking voice’. \nHis trio features fiery young talent Kobe Heath Ngugi on bass and acclaimed UK/USA drummer Gene Calderazzo (Pharaoh Sanders\, Freddie Hubbard). \n  \n \n\n  \nSupport Bonnici/Bieri/Bota/Hjelm\n  \n“Our songs and our music come from far away and are now very close to us. We discovered them in various countries and have now brought them together here. They take us from England and Scotland to Spain and Switzerland and far into Eastern Europe and tell of the moon\, the mountains\, the rain\, love\, the madness of people and the prophecies of birds.”\n  \n\nThe English singer\, dancer and actress Emma Bonnici\, the Swiss clarinettist Reto Bieri\, the Romanian violist Sacha Bota and the Swedish double bassist Jordi Carrasco Hjelm formed an improvising quartet of a special kind on the occasion of the Oxford Chamber Music Festival 2023. With their first joint program\, they are now making people sit up and take notice with a rare alchemy\, presenting folk idioms from a variety of sources in free-flowing interplay. The four musicians seem to have created their very own stylistic realm in which folk songs\, chamber music and improvisation combine in a natural and extremely fascinating way to form a whole. Gallic songs meet music by Luciano Berio\, old psalms meet Kurt Weill\, Bach dances can be heard alongside impressive music by Gyia Kancheli. \n‘Our ensemble is based on the intimacy of deep listening and trust in each other. The discovery of what each piece in the program wanted to be was a patient process of reflection\, omission and distillation of ideas\, always supported by the flexibility of our instrumentation: voice\, clarinet\, viola and double bass.’
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/bruno-heinen-trio/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Whirlpool presents Rik van der Made
DESCRIPTION:Our Whirlpool series continues with new music from our curators. This month saxophonist Rik van der Made. \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/whirlpool-presents-rik-van-der-made/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T194500
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SUMMARY:Strange Meeting: The Music of Bill Frisell
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nChris Batchelor – Trumpet \nMargrit Hasler – Viola \nJohn Parricelli – Electric Guitar \nDave Whitford – Double Bass \n  \nAbout\nStrange Meeting was formed in 2023 to explore the distinctive\, fluid and witty music of guitarist Bill Frisell. The band cover a range of Frisell’s stylistically varied output\, including pieces from the albums In Line\, This Land\, Good Dog Happy Man\, but with a particular focus on repertoire from the 1996 album Quartet. \nConsidered one of Frisell’s finest recordings\, Quartet features the unusual instrumentation of guitar\, violin\, trumpet and trombone and a unique balance of intricate arrangements and collective improvisation. Many of the album’s compositions were written for Gary Larson’s surreal animation Tales From the Far Side. \nJohn Parricelli and Chris Batchelor have a long history going back to the 1980’s as founder members of Loose Tubes. Recently they have reunited alongside violist Margrit Hasler in Batchelor’s chamber jazz group Zoetic\, releasing their debut CD Telling The Tale. Completing the quartet with his warm sound and melodic approach is double bassist Dave Whitford. \n“If Batchelor ran a restaurant\, critics would be describing small plates\, packed with punchy flavours\, using only the finest ingredients” \n“Parricelli….capable of endless feats of subtlety and control” londonjazznews.com \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/strange-meeting-the-music-of-bill-frisell/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Ken Hoon
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBen Vize – Tenor Saxophone \nBenedict Wood – Guitar \nAlex Maydew – Piano \nMatt Gedrych – Double Bass \nJack Yardley – Drums \n  \nAbout\nKen Hoon is a cutting-edge jazz collective spearheaded by award-winning drummer and composer Jack Yardley. Known for its captivating soundscapes and genre-defying approach\, Ken Hoon blends modern jazz with elements of groove\, improvisation\, and cinematic composition. \nFormed in 2021\, the band emerged as the evolution of Jack’s previous projects\, including the Jack Yardley Quintet. Their debut EP Dreamland\, released in May 2021\, features Jack’s original compositions\, showcasing his ability to craft intricate\, emotive melodies while leaving space for vibrant interplay and spontaneity among the musicians. \nKen Hoon has performed at some of the UK’s most iconic jazz venues\, including a sell-out headline show at Ronnie Scott’s in 2024. The collective’s live performances are celebrated for their dynamic energy\, pushing creative boundaries while remaining accessible to audiences of all musical tastes. \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ken-hoon/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250325T190000
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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-3/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250324T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250324T223000
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SUMMARY:Sun-Mi Hong Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nSun-Mi Hong – Drums \nAlistair Payne – Trumpet \nChaerin Im – Piano \nNicolo Ricci – Tenor Saxophone \nAlessandro Fongaro – Double Bass \n  \nAbout\nSun-Mi Hong\, the South-Korean-born and Amsterdam-based musician\, stands as one of the most inventive drummers and composers of her generation\, continuously pushing the boundaries of jazz and its intersections with diverse musical traditions. Her new album\, the second release on Edition Records following Third Page: Resonance with her quintet\, exemplifies her extraordinary ability to straddle the intricate world of elaborate composition and the expansive realm of improvisation. Scheduled for release in March 2025\, this album is a testament to her creative spirit and innovative artistry. This album captures the quintet’s collective experiences and emotions during its creation\, delving into themes of melancholy and innocence influenced by Hong’s South-Korean heritage and personal life. \nAcclaimed by DownBeat as a “strikingly original composer“; and praised by Jazzwise as “absorbing as it is enigmatic” Sun-Mi Hong continues to redefine the boundaries of jazz with her innovative and evocative artistry. \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/sun-mi-hong-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Rick Simpson
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-4-2025-03-23/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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