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SUMMARY:Midweek Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming and relaxed\, come for a drink\, sit back and enjoy the music\, or bring your horns\, sticks and strings to join in during the second set. \nFirst set from house band: David Miller (saxophone)\, Davide Melis (piano)\, Duncan McKenzie (bass) & Bobby James (drums) followed by a jam session till close. \nEntry is free all night 19:00 – 22:30.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/midweek-downstairs-jam-3/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Huw V Williams
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n  \n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA weekly session on Sunday evenings\, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser\, pianist Rick Simpson\, guitarist Nick Costley-White\, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation.If you’re an instrumentalist  you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! \nOur dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-jam-session-2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250504T153000
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra - Vortex Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:30 PM\, Music 4:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\n\nThe LJO continues London’s longest jazz residency\, featuring the music of multi-instrumentalist Mick Foster.  Mick\, who underpins the band with his luxurious bari sax sound\, has produced many great pieces for the band\, and this month they shine alongside music by star soloists Henry Lowther and Pete Hurt\, lead trumpet Noel Langley\, Josephine Davies\, and director Scott Stroman.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-may-2025/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T233000
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SUMMARY:James Brandon Lewis Trio (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJames Brandon Lewis – Tenor Saxophone \nJosh Werner – Electric Bass \nGerald Cleaver – Drums \n\nAbout\n\n\n“A saxophonist who embodies and transcends tradition” (The New York Times)\, James Brandon Lewis has become\, in just over a decade\, one of the most celebrated young artists in jazz — an artist who has carved a niche for his singular mixture of gospel\, blues\, and R&B with the incendiary saxophone explorations of John Coltrane\, Albert Ayler\, and Sonny Rollins. His performance coincides with the release of his ANTI Records recording\, Eye and I. His Live Trio features electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver. \n“James Brandon Lewis’ solos are like a jumbo jet\,” enthuses Marc Ribot. “You need to give them plenty of runway space to take off and land. Because they’re huge\, not just in terms of sound\, chops\, soul\, ideas\, energy\, and originality\, (although they have all these in abundance)\, but because they’re carrying a precious cargo: the living legacy of John Coltrane. I’m not talking about some skillful ‘young lion’s’ reproduction of a historic jazz sound\, but a young artist’s courage to take up the spiritual challenge—to channel what needs to be channeled now.” \n\nVisual credits: Shervin Lainez
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/james-brandon-lewis-trio-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T213000
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SUMMARY:James Brandon Lewis Trio (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJames Brandon Lewis – Tenor Saxophone \nJosh Werner – Electric Bass \nGerald Cleaver – Drums \n\nAbout\n\n\n“A saxophonist who embodies and transcends tradition” (The New York Times)\, James Brandon Lewis has become\, in just over a decade\, one of the most celebrated young artists in jazz — an artist who has carved a niche for his singular mixture of gospel\, blues\, and R&B with the incendiary saxophone explorations of John Coltrane\, Albert Ayler\, and Sonny Rollins. His performance coincides with the release of his ANTI Records recording\, Eye and I. His Live Trio features electric bassist Josh Werner and drummer Gerald Cleaver. \n“James Brandon Lewis’ solos are like a jumbo jet\,” enthuses Marc Ribot. “You need to give them plenty of runway space to take off and land. Because they’re huge\, not just in terms of sound\, chops\, soul\, ideas\, energy\, and originality\, (although they have all these in abundance)\, but because they’re carrying a precious cargo: the living legacy of John Coltrane. I’m not talking about some skillful ‘young lion’s’ reproduction of a historic jazz sound\, but a young artist’s courage to take up the spiritual challenge—to channel what needs to be channeled now.” \n\nVisual credits: Shervin Lainez
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/james-brandon-lewis-trio-1st-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T223000
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SUMMARY:PAUL DUNMALL SEXTET performs Freedom Jazz Dance (Eddie Harris) & Ghosts (Albert Ayler)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nPaul Dunmall – Saxophones \nNikki Yeoh –  Piano \nPercy Pursglove – Trumpet \nRichard Foote – Trombone \nJames Owston – Double Bass \nMiles Levin – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA lauded master on the European Jazz scene\, Paul Dunmall celebrates his 72nd birthday with this specially invited Sextet. Multi generational and drawing from a wide variety of inspirations this particular ensemble is well suited to Dunmall’s program for this concert. Pianist Nikki Yeoh has collaborated in her own group and with Dunmall in different combinations inrecent years and the concerts have been received with deserved ovations. Percy Pursglove and Richard Foote (trumpet and trombone respectively) are the perfect partners on these sonic trips and the bass/drum combination of James Owston and Miles Levin are integral to a number of Duns latest ensembles.\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/paul-dunmall-sextet-performs-freedom-jazz-dance-eddie-harris-ghosts-albert-ayler/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:David Preston MU Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDavid Preston – Guitar \nJonny Mansfield – Vibraphone \nConor Chaplin – Double Bass \nMarc Michel – Drums \n  \nAbout\nLondon based guitarist and composer\, David Preston has been described by the Guardian as “Virtuosic” and TimeOut as “A superb modern jazz guitarist”. \nA finalist at the Montreux International Guitar competition\, David is composer and co-leader for the acclaimed UK modern-jazz trio ‘Preston Glasgow Lowe’ and has released two albums (’16 & ’18) on UK/US label\, Whirlwind Recordings. The trio has performed internationally in Japan and Europe as well as playing over 150 concerts throughout the UK. \nDavid has been active as a sideman to a variety of UK musicians such as Empirical\, Lianne La Havas\, Sebastian Rochford\, Nathaniel Facey\, Asaf Sirkis\, Peter Ind\, Emma Rawicz\, Eska\, Goldie & the Heritage Orchestra\, Jeremy Stacey\, Jamie Murray\, and the internationally celebrated piano and drum virtuoso Gary Husband. \nHe has performed/toured/recorded with many US artists such as Grammy-Winning US jazz vocalists Melody Gardot\, Curtis Stigers\, Jesse Harris\, and notable US based musicians Sy Smith\, David Binney\, Ingrid Jensen\, Charnett Moffett\, Patrick Cornelius and Tim Armacost. \nHe released his 2 part debut album ‘Purple / Black’ on Whirlwind Recordings in 2023 featuring ECM recording artists\, Kit Downes\, Sebastian Rochford and bassist Kevin Glasgow. \nPurple / Black received Editors Choice and a 4 star review in May issue of Jazzwise Magazine. \n“Virtuosic” – The Guardian \n“You are playing some scary s#!*” – Kurt Rosenwinkel \n“Amazingly talented” – Gary Husband \n\n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/david-preston-m%c2%b5-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T223000
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SUMMARY:Lophae - 'Perfect Strangers' album launch
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGreg Sanders – Guitar \nSam Rapley – Tenor Saxophone \nTom Herbert – Bass Guitar \nBen Brown – Drums \n  \nAbout\nNew quartet Lophae (pronounced “lo-fi”) launch their debut LP ‘Perfect Strangers’ with this rare live show. \nThere’s a specific thrill that record collectors feel: not while digging through crates for classics\, but when intuition leads you to pick out something as-yet-unknown. You take it home\, put it on the turntable\, and are bathed in spectacular sounds that become new favourite sonic destinations. You have discovered rare and beautiful treasure. \nOn Lophae’s debut album Perfect Strangers\, they carry out the performing equivalent of that crate digging: we are treated to world-class musical explorers searching for (and very much finding) sounds that both hit home with familiarity and bestow that thrill of discovery. \nDon’t be fooled by the title: though it is their first time recording together in this particular line-up\, these four are no strangers\, neither to each other\, nor to the singular art of sculpting sound through collective improvisation. Their enthusiasm for the process is palpable on every track\, taking many forms and expressing many moods. \nGuitarist and composer Greg Sanders – known for his work with Juanita Euka and Teotima – brings a unique aesthetic and an unmistakable feel to every musical setting he appears in. His writing and playing combine melodic elegance with rhythmic complexity\, and provide a lush foundation for improvisation and dialogue. He also has a tried and tested talent for bringing together specific constellations of extraordinary musicians to interpret his original music. \nTo form Lophae (pronounced Lo-fi)\, Sanders calls on three of his favourites: \nDrummer Ben Brown brings wide-reaching rhythm expertise\, honed while performing with Ethio-Jazz legend Mulatu Astatke and leading his own group Waaju. Brown’s intricate playing propels the band with absolute confidence and fierce energy. \nBass player Tom Herbert is a mainstay of the UK jazz scene\, known for his work with The Invisible\, Polar Bear\, London Brew and Acoustic Ladyland. Herbert is much in-demand for his unparalleled ability to ground any musical situation with his massive sound\, beautiful tone\, highly-tuned sensitivity and unceasing musical curiosity. \nSaxophonist Sam Rapley possesses a lyrical flair and a relaxed mastery of his instrument in the vein of tenor giants such as Stan Getz and Sonny Rollins. Rapley weaves seamlessly between textural and melodic roles with understated skill and grace. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/lophae-perfect-strangers-album-launch/
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SUMMARY:Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe – Piano \nMatthew Hill – Trumpet \nJohn Alcock – Tenor Saxophone \nGuy Dempsey – Double Bass \nDavid Harkness – Drums \n  \nAbout\nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe is a pianist and composer from North London. His early musical experiences fostered an appreciation for an array of different genres including Jazz\, Soul\, R&B and Calypso\, and has led him to pursue an active career performing across a wide array of music. \nHis quintet performs his own compositions which draw inspiration from man of his personal experiences\, exploring themes of loss\, memory and belonging. His music is heavily inspired by artists within the Black American jazz tradition such as Wayne Shorter\, Ambrose Akinmusire and Robert Glasper to name a few\, and he aspires to merge these influences with the sounds from his upbringing to make something uniquely his own. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/diarra-walcott-ivanhoe-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250427T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T223000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Riley Stone-Lonergan
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA weekly session on Sunday evenings\, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser\, pianist Rick Simpson\, guitarist Nick Costley-White\, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation. \nIf you’re an instrumentalist  you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! \nOur dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-jam-session-2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T230000
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SUMMARY:Ivo Neame's Dodeka (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBrinley Heywood-Snell\, Miguel Gorodi\, Robbie Robson  – Trumpet \nKieran McLeod – Trombone \nRichard Foote – Bass Trombone \nMike Chillingworth – Alto Sax \nGeorge Crowley\, Tom Barford – Tenor Sax \nJon Shenoy – Baritone Sax \nIvo Neame  – Piano \nTom Farmer – Bass \nJosh Blackmore – Drums \n\n  \nAbout\n\n\n\n\nIvo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special\, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame. The live performance drought that resulted from the outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 was a kick in the teeth for all musicians – Neame decided to nurse his teeth by writing and recording music for a virtual big band and running a marathon for the charity Help Musicians. In May 2020 he received support from Help Musicians and Arts Council England to multitrack a big band album – this eventually became “Glimpses of Truth”. None of the musicians involved in the project were in the same room at any time as per the regulations set out and subsequently ignored by the UK government. Thanks to the wonders of music technology and the internet\, Neame was able to produce a critically acclaimed work during an extremely difficult time. Seeing as it was possible to record musicians from their homes anywhere in the world\, he also decided to involve US jazz stars Gilad Hekselman and Ingrid Jensen on the record. \n\n\n\n\n\n‘A tour de force of lockdown woodshedding creativity’ THE GUARDIAN \n‘This wide-screen triumph by Ivo Neame is one of the standouts of the pandemic era’ JAZZWISE MAGAZINE \n\n\n\n\n‘Neame’s work is off-beat\, complex\, immersive\, kaleidoscopic and often bracingly polyrhythmic’ ALL ABOUT JAZZ \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ivo-neames-dodeka-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T210000
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SUMMARY:Ivo Neame's Dodeka (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBrinley Heywood-Snell\, Miguel Gorodi\, Robbie Robson  – Trumpet \nKieran McLeod – Trombone \nRichard Foote – Bass Trombone \nMike Chillingworth – Alto Sax \nGeorge Crowley\, Tom Barford – Tenor Sax \nJon Shenoy – Baritone Sax \nIvo Neame  – Piano \nTom Farmer – Bass \nJosh Blackmore – Drums \n\n  \nAbout\n\n\n\n\nIvo Neame’s “Dodeka” is a special\, new band formed in 2022 performing original music written by Neame. The live performance drought that resulted from the outbreak of the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020 was a kick in the teeth for all musicians – Neame decided to nurse his teeth by writing and recording music for a virtual big band and running a marathon for the charity Help Musicians. In May 2020 he received support from Help Musicians and Arts Council England to multitrack a big band album – this eventually became “Glimpses of Truth”. None of the musicians involved in the project were in the same room at any time as per the regulations set out and subsequently ignored by the UK government. Thanks to the wonders of music technology and the internet\, Neame was able to produce a critically acclaimed work during an extremely difficult time. Seeing as it was possible to record musicians from their homes anywhere in the world\, he also decided to involve US jazz stars Gilad Hekselman and Ingrid Jensen on the record. \n\n\n\n\n\n‘A tour de force of lockdown woodshedding creativity’ THE GUARDIAN \n‘This wide-screen triumph by Ivo Neame is one of the standouts of the pandemic era’ JAZZWISE MAGAZINE \n\n\n\n\n‘Neame’s work is off-beat\, complex\, immersive\, kaleidoscopic and often bracingly polyrhythmic’ ALL ABOUT JAZZ \n  \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ivo-neames-dodeka-1st-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T193000
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SUMMARY:vortex collective presents: future standards & downstairs jam
DESCRIPTION:Standards are engaging and accessible for musicians and listeners alike\, but nearly all of jazz’s standard repertoire is from a 50 year period ca. 1920 – 1970. \nAnother half century has since passed\, where new compositions have not been added to this shared language.\nJoin a collective of musicians who met through the Vortex jazz club in imagining future standards.\n \n3 – 5pm: house band set and open jam reserved for future standards.\n \n(5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or these recent compositions)\n \nFor more details on the future standards project\, including sheet music\, workshops\, and to suggest additions to the repertoire\, contact vortex.jazz.collective at gmail dot com\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:The Downstairs Living Room: Immy Churchill and Scottie Thompson
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nAbout\n“Vortex Lates” is a new series of events taking place in our downstairs bar from 10:30-12am every Friday or Saturday. A new late-night jazz hang for Dalston where you can grab a drink and listen to some of the best improvised musicians from around the city. For only £6\, check out exciting music from a revolving line-up of innovative performers digging into standards and new music alongside DJs spinning vinyl until the early hours. A relaxed atmosphere and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \n  \nThe Downstairs Living Room \nConverting Vortex Downstairs into their very own living room\, vocalists Rebecka Edlund and Immy Churchill invite you to a night of storytelling through music. With their shared love for songwriting and improvisation\, the singers intertwine their unique voices with some of the most exciting musicians in the UK. \nHave you ever sipped a cup of tea to the sound of a bass clarinet and a 12-string guitar? Munched a custard cream to a flute and banjo improvisation? \nIf yes\, I bet you’d like to do it again and if no\, here’s your chance. \nThis month\, join Immy Churchill and Scottie Thompson for a cosy set of songs with lyrics by Churchill\, as well as music by Lukas DeRungs\, folk songs\, Pat Metheny tunes\, and more.\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/the-downstairs-living-room-immy-churchill-and-scottie-thompson/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Basil Hodge's Jazz Africa!
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBasil Hodge – Piano \nTony Kofi – Tenor saxophone \nSimon Fiddler – Electric Guitar \nNeville Malcolm – Bass Guitar \nWinston Clifford – Drums \n  \nAbout\nJazz Africa is Basil Hodge’s exciting new project. It is jazz from across the African continent. This five-piece band will perform a range of music from Africa so you will hear Jazz fused with a mixture of Afrobeat\, Township and Funk rhythms from such artists as Abdullah Ibrahim (formerly Dollar Brand)\, Manu Dibango and Fela Kuti. Expect breath taking musicianship including djembe and percussion skills from these excellent players. \n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/basil-hodges-jazz-africa/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T223000
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SUMMARY:Orchard EP Release
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nEvelyn Hill – Voice \nCat Eden – Trombone \nJemima Whyte – Alto Saxophone \nMatthew Hill – Trumpet \nJoe Orme – Bass \nCalum Harrison – Electric Guitar \nDiarra Walcott-Ivanhoe – Piano \nLewis Kentaro – Drums \n  \nAbout\nFollowing successful performances at EFG London Jazz Festival and The Jago\, Orchard finally release their long-awaited full EP\, performing for the very first time at the Vortex Jazz Club. \nOrchard are the newest eight-piece neo-soul group to emerge from the London jazz scene. Having met at Guildhall School of Music and Drama\, they have been shaped by their shared love of the jazz tradition\, and yet bring their most valuable contributions to the music through individual influences and unique musical backgrounds. Celebrating the interaction between individuality and collective experience is what Orchard’s music is all about – like rows of trees in the orchard\, each individual voice grows in conversation with the whole. \nHeavily influenced by artists such as Roy Hargrove\, Robert Glasper and Kokoroko\, Orchard’s music synthesises meaningful songwriting with heavy grooves\, warm horn lines\, and blistering improvisation. Having met on the Artist Masters course\, Orchard’s sound is fully grown – they released their debut single\, Honesty\, in November 2024\, and the full EP will soon follow.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/orchard-ep-release/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T203000
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SUMMARY:Whirlpool presents JONAH  EVANS
DESCRIPTION:Jonah Evans’ group will be performing a some new and old original material by myself with some improvisations. Immy Churchill\, as special guest\, will also feature on vocals. \nThe music is inspired by and blends acoustic improvised music with electronic textures and grooves and will draw from elements of singer-songwriter music. \nLine-up: \nJonah Evans – drums / composition  \nTom O’Brien – piano \nJulian Woods – bass / guitar  \nScottie Thompson – Keys / synths \nOur Whirlpool Series brings together some of the exciting new talents emerging on the scene. The group works together every month on new music and arrangements. \nJonah Evans is a versatile drummer from Leeds. He has already performed with musicians such as Emma Rawicz\, Tom Cawley\, Immy Churchill and  Jonny Mansfield. He is the ‘go to’ drummer for a new generation.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/whirlpool-presents-jonah-evans/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T223000
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SUMMARY:The Day After (Brice/Thomas/Willcox)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGary Willcox – Drums \nPat Thomas – Piano \nOlie Brice – Double Bass \nAbout\nThe Day After are an improvising trio – Pat Thomas ; piano\, Gary Willcox ; drums\, Olie Brice ; double bass – of great dynamic range & depth. \nEach member is a bandleader/solo artist in their own right and has great experience playing as part of small groups\, large ensembles\, using electronics and collaborating with artists & musicians from other countries. \nTheir eclectic backgrounds\, shared love of modernism within tradition and individual drives combine to create an exciting and thoughtful trio. \nPat Thomas – “……….he has a somewhat imperious charisma that’s immediately amplified when he starts to play. “ – The Jazzmann \nGary Willcox – “…….inspiring and in the moment playing\, love it” – Jerry Bergonzi \nOlie Brice – “Brice makes the entire body of his bass sing. He has the ability to deliver a fractal line that is as purposeful as any by the great jazz bassists\, but to do so within an entirely abstract setting” – Brian Morton\, Point of Departure \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/the-day-after/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T223000
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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-3/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T223000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Riley Stone-Lonergan
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7.45pm\, music 8.15pm\n\nAbout\n\n\n\n\nA weekly session on Sunday evenings\, the jams will be hosted by some of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser\, pianist Rick Simpson\, guitarist Nick Costley-White\, trumpeter Sean Gibbs and tenor saxophonists Harben Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (+ sometimes a few guest leaders) each one hosting one session on rotation. \n  \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-4-2025-03-30-2025-04-13-2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T170000
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SUMMARY:Mopomoso / April
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2 PM\, Music 2:30 PM\n \nMopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! \nThis month featuring: \n  \nJohn Butcher (saxophones)\, Dominic Lash (double bass) & Emil Karlsen (drums) \n+ \nMartin Hackett (Korg MS10 synth) & \nKeisuke Matsui (cello) \n+ \nMatt Clark (guitar) & \nMark Wastell (drums/percussion)
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/mopomoso-april-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T223000
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SUMMARY:Hannes Riepler Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nHannes Riepler – Guitar \nGeorge Crowley – Saxophone \nFreddie Jensen – Double Bass \nJames Maddren  – Drums \n  \nAbout\nHannes Riepler grew up in Austria\, studied jazz guitar in Amsterdam and moved to London in 2006\, where he dived into the vibrant scene and played all over the city alongside fellow jazzers young and old. An energetic and inventive guitar player\, spirited composer and host of the renowned Vortex Downstairs Jazz Night jam session\, he has become a mover and shaker of jazz in London himself. \nRiepler’s music is rooted in jazz tradition\, contemporary and melodic\, but always immediate and hot. Freewheeling at times\, it thrillingly swings in New York Downtown style\, which is perfectly matched by the fine musicians in his Quartet. \nHannes Riepler actively plays as bandleader and much sought-after sideman in the UK and abroad. He also holds teaching positions at Middlesex University as well as at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance.\n​\nHannes Riepler worked with (amongst many more): Noah Preminger\, Rob Garcia\, Michael Blake\, Jorge Rossi\, Felix Rossi\, Antonio Fusco\, Jason Brown\, Antonio Zambrini\, Marco Pannacia\, Anton Eger\, Andreas Lang\, Petter Eldh\, Colin Stranahan\, Jasper Blom\, Peter Ehwald\, Rob Castelli\, Maria Neckam\, Voro Garcia\, Chris Cheek\, Robert Menzel\, Nicola Ricci\, Riccardo Chiaberta\, Lukas Oravec\, Juanma Barroso\, Julien Lourau\, Nicolas Simeon\, Jonathan Lindhorst\, Mark Ayza\, Francesco Ciliglio. Simon Mulier\, Szymon Lukowski\, Francesco de Rubeis. Tillman Oberbeck\, Gianni Giagliari\, Johannes Ludwig\, Francesco Bigoni\, Stanley Jordan\, Mino Cinelu\, Adam Holzmann\, Franz Hackl\, Robin Finker\, Julian Arguelles\, Percy Persglove\, Mark Lockheart\, Soweto Kinch\, Cecilia Stalin\, Pete Wareham\, Brian Edwards\, Paul Clarvis\, Huw Williams\, Phil Donkin\, George Crowley\, Tom Farmer\, Simon Purcell\, Alec Harper\, Oli Hayhurst\, Gene Calderazzo\, Faith Breckenbury\, Phelan Burgoyne\, Bruno Heinen\, Corrie Dick\, Kit Downes\, Amy Gamlen\, Will Glaser\, Binker Golding\, Toni Kofi\, Steve Fishwick\, Josephine Davis\, Brian Abrahams\, Chris Batchelor\, Andrew McCormack\, Martin Hathaway\, Brandon Allen\, Jeff Williams\, Sam Crowe\, Conor Chaplin\, Gareth Lockrane\, Fini Bearman\, Barry Green\, Johnny Brierley\, Joe Wright\, Alex Garnett\, Lewis Wright\, Dave Smith\, Lloyd Haines\, Sam Lasserson\, Dave Dyson\, Enzo Zirilli\, James Maddren\, Liam Noble\, Jim Hart\, James Alsopp\, Andy Robb\, Tim Giles\, Zhenya Strigalev\, Mick Coady\, Ivo Neame\, Riaan Vosloo\, Martin Speake\, Calum Gourlay\, Mike Fletcher\, Matt Home\, Tom Challenger\, Dave Hamblett\, Kristian Borring\, Kate Williams\, Pete Ibbetson\, Graeme Blevins\, James Gardiner-Bateman\, Chris Draper\, Esben Tjalve\, Duncan Eagles\, Alex Merritt\, Matt Fishwick\, Dave Whitford\, Dave Preston\, Henrik Jensen\, Ollie Howell\, Tom Hewson\, Nadim Teimoori\, Chris Hyson\, Eddie Hick\, Pat Davey\, Tommy Andrews\, Rachel Cohen\, Emiliano Caroselli\, Hayden Prosser\, Rick Simpson\, Matt Ridley\, Andrea DiBiase\, Simon Roth\, Gary Willcox\, Marek Dorcik\, Josh Arcoleo\, Chris Higginbottom\, Adam King\, James Copus\, Josh Arcoleo\, Mark Lewandowski\, Dave Mannington\, Sam Braysher\, Quentin Collins\, Kevin Glasgow\, Nick Costley-White\, Nick Jurd\, Daoud Merchant\, Mike Chillingworth\, Jon Scott\, Andre Canniere\, John Turville\, Giaccomo Smith\, Daniel Harding-Israelson\, Simon Read\, Alam Nathoo\, Tim Thornton\, Josh Morrison\, Ferg Island\, Freddie Gavita\, Dave Storey\, Dario DiLecce\, Krzystoff Urbanski\, Dave Ingamels\, Alex Hitchcock\, Dan Nichols\, George Fogel\, Ryan Trebilcock\, Cesar Latorre\, Tom Mason\, Will Harris\, Sam Leak\, Pedro Segundo\, Sam Gardner\, Joe Downard\, Nick Smart\, Jay Phelps… \n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/hannes-riepler-quartet-6/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Emma Rawicz with String Quartet ft. Elliot Galvin (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 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-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T223000
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250415T223000
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250413T194500
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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/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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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