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SUMMARY:Emma Rawicz with String Quartet ft. Elliot Galvin (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nEmma Rawicz – Saxophones \nElliot Galvin – Piano \nDominic Ingham – Violin \nJenny Clare – Violin \nAbby Bowen – Viola \nCubby Howard – Cello \n\n  \nAbout\nOne of Emma’s newest line-ups come to the Vortex fresh from recording at Maida Vale Studios and broadcasts on BBC Radio. Having already demonstrated her prowess as a writer for her Jazz Orchestra and quartet\, Emma has turned her attention to writing for string quartet and piano and is relishing the challenge! \nWe can expect a fantastic programme of music featuring a stellar group of musicians. The brilliant Elliot Galvin joins Emma and the string quartet; Elliot is currently touring extensively promoting his latest album ‘The Ruin’ and is also often found playing internationally with bands led by heavyweight musicians as Marius Neset\, Laura Jurd and more. \nThe String quartet brings together a group of in-demand musicians from a wide range of musical circles. Violinist Dominic Ingham brings his distinctive voice to the ensemble\, known for his high energy yet subtly emotional playing. He is joined in the string section by Jenny Clare on violin\, an accomplished instrumentalist already in demand in classical circles. Abby Bowen plays viola in the quartet\, a first choice violist of Ella Hohnen Ford\, and finally Cubby Howard completes the set\, a fine young cellist and improviser currently studying on the jazz course at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama amongst his busy schedule as a sideman in a variety of projects.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/emma-rawicz-with-string-quartet-ft-elliot-galvin-1st-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Jay Davis's BadTrad - ALBUM LAUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJay Davis – Drums \nMike Soper – Trumpet \nJames Allsopp – Tenor Saxophone \nHuw V Williams – Double Bass \n  \nAbout\nPresenting compositions spanning over a decade\, to celebrate the release of the band’s debut record on the Fresh Sound New Talent record label. Jay Davis’s BadTrad is formed from an inquisitiveness about people\, where they come from and how this affects their personalities and lives in general. Compositions include pieces using melodies overheard being hummed by strangers in the street\, a robotic construction from a laptop and a three year olds’ piano improvisation. Showcasing some of the most exciting improvisers from the UK scene\, the band draw on a broad range of musical influences from European choral music to free jazz.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/jay-daviss-badtrad-album-launch/
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SUMMARY:Queer Jazz: KNOBIL w/Leo Lore (Support)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \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. \nKNOBIL: Double bassist\, singer and composer Louise Knobil invites you to dive into their world\, where jazz\, punk\, glitter and French chanson merge with sparkling\, audacious energy. Inspired by such icons as Esperanza Spalding\, Charles Mingus and Boris Vian\, this rising star of Swiss jazz transforms their personal diary into an original musical adventure. Polyamory\, Queer joy and pesto recipes come together in compositions that are both personal and universal. Their impertinent melodies\, combining double bass and vocals\, fly high in intensity thanks to the talent of their faithful ‘knodisciples’: Chloé Marsigny on bass clarinet and effects\, and Vincent Andreae on drums. \nLeo Lore: Offering solace whilst wearing his heart on his sleeve\, Leo Lore blends old-skool sounds with his raw\, but soothing vocals\, resting innately amongst soul\, jazz\, blues and folk\, creating a sound that is both classic\, yet future-facing. Having released his debut EP ‘Blue Print’ back in 2022\, which gained critical acclaim from the likes of Clash\, The Pit Ldn\, and Haste Magazine\, as well as support from BBC Radio 1 and BBC Introducing\, Leo sets himself firmly as 1-to-watch in the UK music scene.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/queer-jazz-knobil-wleo-lore-support/
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SUMMARY:Noga Ritter Quartet & Victor Mendes
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nNoga Ritter – Voice \nGiuliano Osella – Drums \nGiovanni Cresseri – Bass Guitar \nAlessandro Gugel – Electric Guitar \nVictor Mendes – Guitar \nAlex Hill – Piano \n  \nAbout\nAfter three months touring and recording in Brazil\, London-based singer-songwriter Noga Ritter returns for a special night at the Vortex Jazz Club\, bringing new\, unreleased music alongside songs from her critically acclaimed album Ima. Blending Hebrew Jazz with global grooves\, Noga’s music moves seamlessly between intimate storytelling and infectious rhythms\, captivating audiences with her passionate and dynamic performances. \nThe night will open with a solo set by Brazilian guitarist\, singer-songwriter\, and composer Victor Mendes\, a close collaborator who is visiting London for just a few days. Noga will then take the stage with her quartet\, featuring Victor on a few songs and Alex Hill on piano. In a rare and heartfelt gathering\, she will bring together artists she has worked with from around the world—playing together for the first time. \nNoga released her debut solo album Ima in May 2023 with Galileo Music\, supported by Arts Council England and Help Musicians UK. The album features a stellar lineup\, including Seckou Keita (kora)\, Byron Wallen (trumpet)\, Tony Kofi (saxophone)\, and producer Liran Donin. Since its release\, she has toured in the UK\, Germany\, Italy\, and Brazil\, and performed a sold-out show at the EFG London Jazz Festival. \nHer music has been praised for its rich fusion of influences: \n“An immensely promising debut and dizzyingly diverse listen… a writer of serious potential ” – JAZZWISE \n“A heady mix of jazz\, kora\, Moroccan Gnawa rhythms and Senegalese sabar” – SONGLINES \n“Irresistible sound\, music that defies any musical genres” – John Osborne\, JAZZ FM \nFrom sold-out performances to BBC TV appearances\, Noga’s music is making waves in the international scene. Join her at the Vortex for an evening where boundaries blur and music unites—celebrating collaboration\, creativity\, and her birthday in a true “Noga” style! \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/noga-ritter-quartet-victor-mendes/
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Olly Chalk
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n  \nLine-up:\nOlly Chalk – Piano \nAsaph Tal – Double Bass \nMiranda Radford – Drums \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\, 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-2025-04-13/
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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-2025-04-13/2025-04-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T194500
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SUMMARY:Calum Gourlay Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nCalum Gourlay – Bass Guitar \nAlcyona Mick – Piano \nMiranda Radford – Drums \nMichael Chillingworth – Alto Saxophone \nNick Costley-White – Guitar \n  \nAbout\nA brand new electric based project from composer and band leader Calum Gourlay. Brand new music and compositions by Thelonious Monk and Ornette Coleman. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/calum-gourlay-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250411T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250411T223000
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SUMMARY:Same Moon: Law/Hitchcock/Lukassen/Brandão
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAnt Law – Guitar \nAlex Hitchcock – Tenor Saxophone \nNiklas Lukassen – Double Bass \nAnanda Brandão – Drums \n  \nAbout\nAcclaimed as composers as well as instrumentalists\, sharing multiple awards and seven albums as leaders between them\, saxophonist Alex Hitchcock and guitarist Ant Law have created a startlingly vivid new soundworld in their trailblazing group ‘Same Moon in the Same World’. \nLeading UK guitarist Ant Law is “a game changer” and “an innovator” according to The Guardian. His eighth album ‘Ensconced’ in collaboration with Milan-born British/Turkish singer Brigitte Beraha will be released on 16th August 2024. In 2013 his debut ‘Entanglement’ was released\, followed by ‘Zero Sum World’ (2015)\, ‘Life I Know’ (2018)\, ‘The Sleeper Wakes’ (2020). Ant is the “L” in Trio HLK who record/tour with Evelyn Glennie. His releases have been awarded 9/10 reviews in guitar magazines which feature him frequently. He was included in a list of “10 Astounding Virtuosos”\, and a recent issue of Guitar Techniques features a 2-page spread on Ant. \nLondon-born saxophonist Alex Hitchcock is one of the UK’s most virtuosic young musicians. His 2020 release ‘AuB’ (Edition) was described as ‘ready to make cataclysmic waves’ Jazzwise. His debut (Fresh Sound – home to debuts by Ambrose Akinmusire/Avishai Cohen) was described by All About Jazz as having ‘stratospheric trajectory’. His burgeoning international reputation was confirmed by a major prize at Umbria Jazz Festival and tours in Poland\, Spain\, Italy\, Hungary\, performances at Love Supreme Festival\, Royal Albert Hall and Ronnie Scott’s. \nThis band takes its name from a line in Japanese author Haruki Murakami’s 1999 novel Sputnik Sweetheart: “we’re both looking at the same moon in the same world. We’re connected to reality by the same line.”
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/same-moon-lawhitchcocklukassenbrandao/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T223000
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SUMMARY:Alice Leggett – 'Birdsong' Album Tour
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAlice Leggett – Alto Saxophone\n\nAlex Hitchcock – Tenor Saxophone\n\nAlistair Payne – Trumpet\n\nChaerin Im – Piano\n\nTijs Klaassen – Upright Bass\n\nWouter Kühne – Drums\n\n  \nAbout\nAlto saxophonist and composer Alice Leggett brings her highly anticipated debut album\, Birdsong\, to the UK. Originally from Cardiff and now based in Amsterdam\, Alice is a rising star in the European jazz scene. An active performer at venues like the Bimhuis\, she collaborates with leading Netherlands based musicians including\, Teis Semey\, Chaerin Im\, and Tijs Klaassen. \nPreviously based in London\, Alice performed regularly with The Calum Gourlay Big Band\, Mark Lockheart’s Days on Earth\, and her own quartet featuring Rick Simpson\, Calum Gourlay and Will Glaser. She has appeared at iconic UK stages such as Ronnie Scotts and The Southbank Centre\, earning recognition from JazzWise magazine as ‘One to Watch’ in 2020. \nBirdsong captures Alice’s journey across Cardiff\, London\, New York\, and Amsterdam\, reflecting on belonging\, community\, and life’s unpredictable beauty. The album features her quartet— Chaerin Im (piano)\, Tijs Klaassen (bass)\, Wouter Kühne (drums)—alongside special guests Alex Hitchcock (tenor saxophone) and Alistair Payne (trumpet). Recorded at Fattoria Musica Studios and released on ZenneZ Records\, Birdsong showcases Alice’s lyrical compositions\, rich storytelling\, and vibrant improvisation. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/alice-leggett-birdsong-album-tour/
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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
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T203000
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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
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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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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250404T194500
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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T194500
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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T203000
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250402T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T223000
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250330T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T223000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250330T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T170000
DTSTAMP:20250203T121040Z
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T130000
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T000000
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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.
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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 
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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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