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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-2025-03-22/2025-03-22/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:ALLAN ft Anatole Muster\, Tom Ford\, Stan Woodward & King David Ike-Elechi
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAnatole Muster – Accordion \nStan Woodward – Bass Guitar \nKing David Ike-Elechi – Drums \nTom Ford – Guitar \n  \nAbout\nA band comprised of in demand UK musicians playing the music of the great late Allan Holdsworth. \nAt only 23 years of age\, Swiss London-Based producer and accordion phenomenon Anatole Muster has gained critical praise from both musicians and fans alike. His unique approach to modern jazz got featured by Jamie Cullum on his BBC 2 radio show and made him collaborate with genre-bending heavyweights just as Tennyson\, Kiefer or Louis Cole. Anatole’s music has propelled him to perform worldwide\, including shows at Montreux Jazz Autumn of Music\, Rio Montreux Jazz Festival\, Rakvere Funkfest in Estonia and two sold-out performances at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London\, to name a few. \nKing David Ike-Elechi is a 21 year old drummer hailing from Newcastle Upon Tyne but based in London studying at Trinity Laban Conservatoire on a scholarship. Within his short arrival onto the scene he has played around the world and recorded with the likes of Mansur Brown\, Theon Cross (sons of kemet)\, Omar Lyefook\, Norman Jay MBE\, Geordie Greep (black midi)\, Greg Foat\, Cameron Picton (black midi)\, Eddie Chacon and many more. Also\, co-leading a band ‘Knats’ which has been gaining critical acclaim from publishers like The Guardian\, Downbeat\, Rolling Stone Japan and MOJO. \n22 year old\, Newcastle grown bass player and composer Stan Woodward\, co-founder and co-leader of Knats has seen critical acclaim for his playing and compositions from the likes of Jazzwise\, Downbeat and The Guardian. He has worked with the likes of Geordie Greep\, Theon Cross\, Greg Foat\, Eddie Chacon\, Steve Williamson and Idris Elba\, as well as working with major fashion brands Palace and Beams. \nTom Ford\, an inspirational musician\, he majored in Jazz Composition and Performance at Berklee College of Music. He has worked across the spectrum with the likes of The Jonathon Silk Big Band\, Chris Dave & The Drumhedz and British soul / jazz / hip-hop band Trope to name a few. He is no stranger to playing the UK’s top jazz venues (Ronnie Scotts\, 606 Club and Pizza Express) and jazz festivals (Cheltenham\, Glasgow\, Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul).
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/allan-1st-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250320T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T223000
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SUMMARY:Bonney/Dunmall/Sanders
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAlex Bonney – Trumpet / Modular Synth / Laptop \nPaul Dunmall – Saxophones \nMark Sanders – Drums \n  \nAbout\nA whirlwind of sonic exploration and improvised interaction from an electro-acoustic trio featuring three leading UK improvisers. \nReviews of their album ‘The Beholder’s Share’ on Bead Records: \n“This album should be put into many hands\, because it will meet the expectations of audiences fond of experimental electronics\, sensitive to cutting-edge jazz or looking for mixtures of genres off the beaten track.” – Jean-Michel Van Schouwburg \n“The narrative has many faces\, twisted\, oneiric\, mysterious and expressive.”– Andrzej Nowak (Spontaneous Music Tribune) \n“These creative musicians balance an urgent need for sonic exploration with close and democratic interaction and an organic flow of stormy music.” – Eyal Hareuveni (Salt Peanuts) \n“An absolute treat” – Corey Mwamba (BBC Freeness) \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/bonneydunmallsanders/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T223000
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SUMMARY:Queer Jazz: Jessica Lauren w/ Efti’s Project (support)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\nAbout\nQueer Jazz exists to platform\, nurture and celebrate the emerging queer jazz scene. Programmed by Tina Edwards and Arowah\, they have put together an exciting monthly programme of innovative LGBTQI+ artists at The Vortex Jazz Club\, supported by Arts Council England. \nTickets are flexibly priced – please select the pricing tier that reflects your situation. We want as many people as possible to access the gigs so if you’re able to\, please consider paying for the highest ticket band\, otherwise cheaper tickets will be limited and available on first-come first-serve basis. \nJessica Lauren is an artist and composer who has been a lynchpin of the UK music scene for decades\, and whose keyboard skills have augmented the live performances and studio recordings of all manner of legendary names\, from Jean Carne\, Tom Browne\, Dexter Wansel\, through to modern day heroes The Heliocentrics\, and she’s also a core member of Nick Woodmansey’s space jazz outfit Emanative. \nEfti’s Project is an exciting new project made up of Cleo Savva and Faye Thompson.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/queer-jazz-jessica-lauren-w-eftis-project-support/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T210000
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SUMMARY:Guildhall Jazz Showcase (Upstairs & Downstairs) - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2:45 PM\, Music 3:00 PM\n  \nAbout\nAn afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Rachael Cohen\, Brandon Allen\, Robert Mitchell\, Matt Skelton\, Miguel Gorodi\, Winston Clifford\, Fini Bearman\, Ines Loubet\, Larry Bartley\, Tom Farmer and more! \n  \nPhoto credits: Auguste M.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/guildhall-jazz-showcase-upstairs-downstairs-day-2-4/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250317T144500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250317T210000
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SUMMARY:Guildhall Jazz Showcase (Upstairs & Downstairs) - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2:45 PM\, Music 3:00 PM\n  \nAbout\nAn afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Rachael Cohen\, Brandon Allen\, Robert Mitchell\, Matt Skelton\, Miguel Gorodi\, Winston Clifford\, Fini Bearman\, Ines Loubet\, Larry Bartley\, Tom Farmer and more! \n  \nPhoto credits: Auguste M.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/guildhall-jazz-showcase-upstairs-downstairs-day-1-3/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250316T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T223000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session with Nick Costley-White
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-4-2025-03-16/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250316T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T170000
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SUMMARY:Mopomoso Matriarchal March
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2 PM\, Music 2:30 PM\n \nMopomoso is the UK’s longest running concert series dedicated to freely improvised music! \nPutting women centre stage this March with\n\nPerformers include:\n\nLes Petroleuses: (improvised music and projected imagery)\nGillian Whiteley (viola\, chapel harmonium\, psaltery\, melodica\, transistor radio\, objects) and Lyn Hodnett (flugelhorn\, voice\, cello\, assorted percussion\, objects)\n\n+\nNoisy Women: Viv Corringham (voice)\, Faradena Afifi (viola\, drums etc)\, Marion Treby (piano)\, Joanne Morrison (voice/movement)\, Julian Woods (guitar)\, Maggie Nicols\, (voice/tap)\, Bettina Schroeder (electric ukulele/words)\, Nicky Smith (voice/movement)\, Maham Suhail (voice) Gwedolyn Kassenaar (visuals/chalks) and maybe more…\n(not necessarily playing in this order)
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/mopomoso-matriarchal-march/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250315T223000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T000000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Huw V Williams
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nHuw V Williams – Double Bass \nRobyn Rocket – Trumpet \nRozi Plain – Bass Guitar \nJay Davis – 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. \nThis time we are joined by esteemed bassist Huw V Williams alongside Robyn Rocket\, Rozi Plain and Jay Davis.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-huw-v-williams-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Alex Hitchcock Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAlex Hitchcock – Tenor Saxophone \nWill Barry – Piano \nMats Sandahl – Double Bass \nAnanda Brandão – Drums \n  \nAbout\nNew York-based\, London-born Alex Hitchcock is an immediately distinctive improviser and a leading voice on the saxophone on the international stage. \nAn Ivor Novello-nominated composer\, his innovative collaborations have confirmed his growing reputation as an instigator and catalyst for captivating musical encounters that continually push the envelope a little further. \nDescribed by France Musique as ‘an absolutely fascinating musician‘ and ‘an incredible saxophonist’ by Walter Smith III\, he tours and records trailblazing musicians in new combinations for his DREAM BAND series. The second volume Live in London (recorded at the Vortex) was Jazzwise Editor’s Album of the Year 2023 and featured in All About Jazz’s 2023 Must Haves.​\n‘Ridiculous technique and harmonic proficiency combined with progressive creativity that sees him leading the charge in terms of new jazz music being created in the UK’ – BBC Jazz World \n‘Tumbling with ideas\, impulsive improvisations and swinging\, left-field energy\, Hitchcock’s storytelling intent is the unifying thread’ – MOJO Magazine \n\n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/alex-hitchcock-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250315T000000
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SUMMARY:Dalston Song Club w/ Reid Jenkins
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\n\nOur monthly late night series brings songwriters together to perform in the round\, hosted by Matthew Herd. This month we welcome the amazing Reid Jenkins\, in a rare visit from New York.\n\n \nReid Jenkins\n\nReid Jenkins is a New York City-based violinist\, songwriter\, and producer. His 2023 album “Hall of Gems\,” is a lush baroque bedroom pop jaunt sprung from the mind of a recovering over-thinker. Lacking the resources to tour with the symphony of sounds featured on the record\, he’s bringing these songs to the stage with his voice and a guitar. In addition to his solo work\, he is the co-founder of indie-folk-pop band Morningsiders and avant-folk trio Bold Forbes. He has composed and recorded string parts for such artists as Taylor Swift\, Ed Sheeran\, Maya Hawke\, Cassandra Jenkins\, Elanor Moss\, Margaux\, Gabe Goodman\, Will Stratton\, Gatlin\, Tor Miller\, Adrian Simon\, among others.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/dalston-song-club-w-reid-jenkins/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Fini Bearman - Last Night of the World - Album Launch + Support
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nFini Bearman – voice\nTom Cawley – Piano\nAl Cherry – Guitar\nJames Maddren – Drum kit\nRobin Mullarky – Bass guitar \nAbout\nLaunching her 5th studio album\, Last Night of the World (Pastiche Records)\, Fini is joined tonight by her full band for a special night\, showcasing the music from this new record. An eclectic collection of jazz\, folk & pop-infused songs\, Last Night of the World draws on Fini’s experiences of motherhood & new beginnings\, of love & loss and of a new-found sense of meaning (or sometimes an existential lack thereof!). The record was conceived using writing exercises created for her work teaching songwriting\, and these seeds grew over time\, coming to fruition in tandem with her pregnancy; final vocal and instrumental takes often taking place with Bridget asleep in a sling… Inspiration for the songs is drawn from a diverse spectrum of influences: the melodic inventiveness of Madison Cunningham\, the esoteric jazz/folk realms of Becca Stevens\, Chris Thile\, Paul Simon and the electronic\, minimalist songwriting voice of Bjork. This album marks a departure from Fini’s last LP (the solo record La Loba\, 2020) and acts as a return to her true ‘musical north’- a jazz-meets-indie-pop rhythm section playing lyric-based songs\, with nuanced and at times complex harmonic structures and rhythmic idiosyncrasies. Each song is individual and unique in its own right\, with space for improvisation\, interaction and connection.\n+ support TBC
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/fini-bearman-last-night-of-the-world-album-launch-support/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Aurora Nealand and Liam Noble
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nLiam Noble – Piano \nAurora Nealand – Accordion \n  \nAbout\nA first time collaboration for New Orleans based multi instrumentalist Aurora Nealand and pianist Liam Noble. \n“In performance\, Nealand brings an effervescence to her presentation…It’s obvious that she takes the music seriously\, but that exploring while playing is an aesthetic priority. She is definitely one to watch as an innovator and creator.” — Downbeat Magazine \nNoble tries to keep up. Expect songs and noise in equal measure… \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/aurora-nealand-and-liam-noble/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250312T223000
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SUMMARY:John-Paul Muir "Home Now" Album Launch
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJohn-Paul Muir – Piano \nBrigitte Beraha – Voice \nGeorge Crowley – Tenor Saxophone \nJakub Cywiński – Double Bass \nEric Ford – Drums \n  \nAbout\n“Beautiful” – Cerys Matthews (BBC6) \n“An album that draws on the many influences that have formed John-Paul Muir’s increasingly individual and contemporary take on jazz…that is inherently beautiful.” – Nick Lea (Jazz Views) \n“Beautifully honest\, ‘Home Now’ unfolds gently with a vulnerability that lets the light in.” – Tara Minton (UK Jazz News) \n“Radiant” – Ruth Fisher (Jazz FM) \n  \nAward-winning London based New Zealand pianist and composer John-Paul Muir presents his landmark new album ‘Home Now’\, recently released on the Ubuntu Music label. \n‘Home Now’ showcases Muir’s lyrical compositional style in a set of five pieces with expressive playing of both delicate beauty and overflowing ecstasy. The first three tracks feature a collaboration with lyricist Anjali Bhat\, with Muir’s classical heritage coming to the fore in the impressionistic opener ‘Sunlight’\, a captivating portrayal of a romantic encounter\, whilst the title track explores the process of finding peace in the home within ourselves. \nIn addition to presenting ‘Home Now’ in its entirety\, this show will also feature new trio arrangements of compositions from Muir’s first solo album ‘The Cornerstone Suite’ (2019). \nJohn-Paul Muir has established himself as one of the finest pianists to emerge from New Zealand in recent years\, and\ncertainly one of the most versatile; equally at home in both classical\, jazz\, and contemporary genres. In 2010\, having received top honours in all of New Zealand’s major music competitions\, he graduated from the University of Auckland with a Master of Music degree under the guidance of Rae de Lisle\, and moved to London to study at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama. He has since graduated with distinction from their Artist Masters Programme\, and is currently enjoying a freelance career based in London. \nIn 2011 he was selected to participate in the Oxford Philomusica International Piano Festival & Summer Academy\,\nand was an official pianist for the New Zealand exhibit at the 54th Venice Biennale. John-Paul was featured in a week-long\nseries of concerts as part of the Royal Over-Seas League ARTS programme at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2011 where\nhe performed a solo jazz recital in addition to the usual classical concerts. John-Paul was also honoured to perform for\nHer Majesty the Queen\, during the the 80th anniversary celebrations of Goodenough College. \nJohn-Paul has increasingly turned his focus to jazz and improvisation since his studies with leading New Zealand jazz pianist Kevin Field at the University of Auckland. He was Musical Director of the Hampstead Jazz Club in 2018\, and currently hosts a weekly jazz night in Bloomsbury\, featuring an ever-evolving roster of musicians from the London circuit. After a premiere performance at the London Jazz Festival in 2017\, he released ‘The Cornerstone Suite’\, a live solo piano performance of original compositions that fuse his classical heritage with more recent explorations in jazz and improvisation. His latest record ‘Home Now’ was released in November 2024 on the Ubuntu Music label.\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/john-paul-muir-home-now-album-launch/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:George Johnson Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGeorge Johnson – Tenor Saxophone \nScottie Thompson – Piano \nZaki Osahn – Double bass \nKing David Ike-Elechi – Drums \n  \nAbout\n19 year old BBC Young Musician of the Year Finalist George Johnson has a “really rounded and mature sound.” – London Jazz News. His expressive sound on the saxophone alongside his unique compositions\, inspired by the likes of Immanuel Wilkins\, Joel Ross and Melissa Aldana make him one to watch in the London Jazz Scene.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/george-johnson-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Craig Taborn / Peter Evans (2nd show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nCraig Taborn – Piano \nPeter Evans – Trumpet \n  \nAbout\nA new duo featuring two groundbreaking pioneers from the New York avant-garde. \nCraig Taborn is being hailed as a ‘visionary of the current wave’ (Downbeat) because of his intriguing and concentrated style of playing in which he explores the tones and overtones of the piano in their smallest details. Over the last decade Taborn has refined and developed his approach\, attaining new high ground with his latest piano solo release “Shadow Plays”. \n\n\n\nPeter Evans is a composer\, trumpet player\, improvisor and bandleader based in New York City since 2003. Evans is part of a broad\, diverse scene of musical experimentation\, and his work cuts across a wide range of modern musical practices and traditions. Evans is committed to the simultaneously self-determining and collaborative nature of musical improvisation as a compositional tool\, and works with an ever-expanding group of musicians and composers in the creation of new music.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/craig-taborn-peter-evans-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Craig Taborn / Peter Evans (1st show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set of music\n  \nLine-up:\nCraig Taborn – Piano \nPeter Evans – Trumpet \n  \nAbout\nA new duo featuring two groundbreaking pioneers from the New York avant-garde. \nCraig Taborn is being hailed as a ‘visionary of the current wave’ (Downbeat) because of his intriguing and concentrated style of playing in which he explores the tones and overtones of the piano in their smallest details. Over the last decade Taborn has refined and developed his approach\, attaining new high ground with his latest piano solo release “Shadow Plays”. \n\n\n\nPeter Evans is a composer\, trumpet player\, improvisor and bandleader based in New York City since 2003. Evans is part of a broad\, diverse scene of musical experimentation\, and his work cuts across a wide range of modern musical practices and traditions. Evans is committed to the simultaneously self-determining and collaborative nature of musical improvisation as a compositional tool\, and works with an ever-expanding group of musicians and composers in the creation of new music.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/craig-taborn-peter-evans-1st-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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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 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-4-2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250309T193000
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SUMMARY:Future Standards & Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION:3 – 5pm: house band set featuring familiar repertoire as well as contemporary future standards\, composed in the years since ca. 1980 by artists such as Roy Hargrove\, Pat Metheny\, Kenny Garrett\, Esbjörn Svensson\, Helena Kay and Eric Lounsbury.\n\n5.30 – 7.30pm: accessible jam session; call songs from the real book or recent compositions from the regularly updated playlists below.\n\n\n  \n \n  \n \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
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-3-2024-04-14-2024-05-12-2024-06-09-2024-08-03-2024-11-24-2025-02-22/2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Kasper Rietkerk
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\ntbc \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. \nThis time we are joined by Multi-award winning saxophonist Kasper Rietkerk\, who has collaborated with artists as Eddie Chacon\, John Caroll Kirby\, Jean Toussaint\, and many others. Kasper has been awarded with the Brubeck Living Legacy Prize in July 2024\, by the Royal Academy of Music and Brubeck Living Legacy. \n‘Rietkerk’s alto work is first-rate\, melodic and capable of delicacy as well as power.’ All About Jazz (2024) \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-kasper-rietkerk/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T223000
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SUMMARY:Christine Tobin Presents International Women’s Day
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM\n  \nLine-up:\nChristine Tobin – Vocals \nAva Joseph – Vocals \nTori Freestone – Saxophone \nKate Shortt – Cello \nAlcyona Mick – Piano \nCalum Gourlay – Double Bass \nWinston Clifford – Drums \nAbout\nThe Vortex Jazz Club invites Christine Tobin to curate an evening of music celebrating the diversity and artistic creativity of her colleagues and friends. \nThe multi-award winning vocalist and composer will devise different combinations from a pool of seven musicians to perform short vignettes intermixing new compositions and old favourites. It will be an evening of musicians taking risks and celebrating the power of improvisation. \n“We wanted to give space to an artist to flex their creativity not only as a performer\, but to build an evening that takes the audience on a journey. Christine has such a deep connection with the Vortex going back many years and she makes things happen wherever she is; be it London\, Ireland\, New York…She was a natural fit. We’re excited to see what she puts together.” \nDon’t miss out on this unique one-off performance from some of the best improvisers and composers from Ireland and the UK. \nThe Dublin born and raised\, multi-award winning vocalist and composer\, has been an integral part of both the New York City and London scenes for many years. Within her kaleidoscopic musical palette that draws on the folk and European art song traditions\, she can be junkyard blues philosopher\, snappy beat seductress\, a conduit for exquisite zen-like harmonies and reflective Americana. \nHer authentic sound was described by The Guardian as “Tobin’s 24 carat voice” while praising her both for the poetry of her compositions and the warmth of her golden voice. Her style\, although rooted in jazz\, is eclectic and draws on a broad range of influences. MOJO Music Magazine said of her “Christine Tobin really transcends glib genre-fication. Her expressive range acknowledges finely acquired folk\, jazz and 20th-century classical influences\, which already sets her apart. And everything is shot through with an unmistakable refinement\, free-spirited earthiness and giddy romanticism\, this singer-songwriter is in a field of one.”
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/christine-tobin-presents-international-womens-day/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Zoh Amba's Bhakti with Chris Corsano & Nick Dunston
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\n\n\nZoh Amba – Saxophone \nNick Dunston – Bass \nChris Corsano – Drums \n  \nAbout\n\nZoh Amba is a young composer\, saxophonist\, and flutist from Tennessee. Her music blends avant-garde\, noise\, and devotional hymns. Before studying music at the San Francisco Conservatory Of Music\, New England Conservatory and studying with David Murray in New York\, she spent most of her time writing and practicing saxophone in the forest near her home. Today\, her powerfully unique avant-garde music is full of folk melodies\, mesmerizing refrains\, and repeated incantations. Amba released two records in 2022\, her debut record O\, Sun which was produced by John Zorn and released on the prestigious label Tzadik. Zoh Amba’s second record\, Bhakti features Micah Thomas\, Tyshawn Sorey\, and Matt Hollenberg. She has collaborated with a variety of high profile musicians such as Jim White (Dirty Three)\, legendary bassist William Parker\, Brian Chase (Yeah Yeah Yeahs)\, Frank Rosaly\, Thomas Morgan\, etc. Amba has also performed at well respected festivals and venues such as Roulette (NY)\, Ars Nova Workshop (PA)\, Vision Festival (NY)\, ReWire Festival (NL)\, BRDCST Festival (BE)\, and Angel City Jazz Festival (LA)\, Big Ears Festival\, etc. Bhakti has become the moniker for Amba’s ongoing live and recording ensemble project with ever changing members. \n“For the Saxophonist Zoh Amba\, Free Jazz Is Gospel” — New York Times (Profile) \n“Amba’s music is a chaotic spiritual exploration\, a path to enlightenment strewn with skronking wails. “The music is God; God is the music\,” she recently told the New York Times — a philosophy that\, although old as time\, has made her one of the brightest new stars in avant-garde jazz.” — STEREOGUM (Top 40 Band’s of 2022) \n\n\n Photo credit: Scott Rossi\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/zoh-ambas-bhakti-with-chris-corsano-nick-dunston/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T223000
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SUMMARY:MARIA GRAPSA QUINTET ALBUM LAUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nMaria Grapsa – Piano \nAnna Chai – Tenor Saxophone \nLuke Chakrabarti – Alto Saxophone \nTheo Malka-Wishart – Double Bass \nAnmol Mohara – Drums \n  \nAbout\nMaria Grapsa Debut Album Launch + New Remixes Release Party \nPiano song\, improvisation and modern jazz writing are the means that Maria portrays her journey through the interior. As a classically trained\, explorative jazz musician\, she empowers her ensemble to flow free form through original compositions; steam hard in tenor jazz and intricate\, emotionally-charged cinematic ballads. Each performance unites a band at the edge of unfolding discoveries and projects shapes that are round and together – as a unit they defy dynamics from pin drop knife edge solo performances from the horns to roars from the rhythm section. \nMaria’s music is a captivating blend of her Greek heritage\, Middle Eastern\, folk\, Latin influences\, and the timeless jazz tradition. A multi-award-winning artist\, she has already been making an impact with her debut album\, LIFE: A highly assured and engaging debut\, from a composer and bandleader who is clearly going places. Enticing and contemporary blend of cinematic\, classical & middle-eastern themes. All in all\, a remarkable debut. (All About Jazz). \nFor this performance\, she is accompanied by a stellar\, multi-international ensemble of the UK’s most gifted young musicians\, delivering a captivating mix of tracks from her latest album alongside exciting\, unreleased material. Watch out for the New Remixes Release celebrations landing on the same day. \n\n \n \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/maria-grapsa-quintet-album-launch/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Allexa Nava
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nAllexa Nava – Alto Saxophone \nEmile Hinton – Piano \nJai Patel – Trombone \nMatt May – Bass \nCassius Cobbson – Drums \n  \nAbout\nPresenting a new body of work by rising star Allexa Nava\, celebrating the release of her highly anticipated debut EP ‘No Language\,’ on the Jazz re:freshed label marking a significant milestone in her career as a saxophonist\, flautist\, and composer. \nThe EP showcases Nava’s unique musical voice\, which transcends traditional boundaries and speaks directly to listeners regardless of their cultural background. The title ‘No Language’ reflects how music can communicate emotions and stories beyond words\, breaking down barriers between cultures and traditions. The release of ‘No Language’ marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for this emerging talent\, whose fresh perspective and technical prowess are breathing new life into the contemporary jazz scene. \nHailing from Peru and making waves in the UK music scene\, Nava has already established herself as a formidable presence in the UK jazz and contemporary music landscape. Her performances at festivals including Glastonbury\, We Out Here\, Wilderness\, and Brainchild have captivated audiences\, while appearances at iconic venues such as Ronnie Scott’s and Jazz in the Round have cemented her reputation as a must-watch artist. \n‘No Language’ represents the culmination of years of musical exploration and growth\, following Nava’s initial foray into sharing her original compositions. The EP has already generated significant buzz in the international jazz community\, with her music finding its way onto influential radio stations across continents. Nava’s compositions have resonated with diverse audiences worldwide\, from the airwaves of Jazz FM and BBC Introducing London in the UK to Antena 3 in Portugal and WYEP Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. \n  \nNo Language de Allexa Nava
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/allexa-nava/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Tom Sochas Trio
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nTom Sochas – Piano \nTheo Malka Wishart – Double Bass \nFilippo Galli – Drums \n  \nAbout\nFranco-American pianist Tom Sochas and his trio play The Vortex premiering new Mountain-inspired music from their latest album Facing North\, composed in the arctic circle on a small island off the coast of Norway. The show will feature Tom on piano and electronic textures\, Theo Malka-Wishart on double bass and Filippo Galli on drums. Expect a blend of delicate contrapuntal melodies\, spacious Scandi soundscapes as well as harder hitting grooves. Not to be missed! \nPhoto credit: Monika Jakubowska \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/tom-sochas-trio/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Midweek Downstairs Jam
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming and relaxed\, come for a drink\, sit back and enjoy the music\, or bring your horns\, sticks and strings to join in during the second set. \nFirst set from house band: David Miller (saxophone)\, Davide Melis (piano)\, Duncan McKenzie (bass) & Bobby James (drums) followed by a jam session till close. \nEntry is free all night 19:00 – 22:30.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/midweek-downstairs-jam-3/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam Session w/ Ayo Vincent
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-4-2025-03-02/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:30 PM\, Music 4:00 PM\n  \nABOUT\nHere’s how one reviewer described the LJO’s February gig at the Vortex\, dedicated to Kenny Wheeler’s music: “Glorious ensemble unity combined with solo virtuosity…director Scott Stroman’s own enthusiasm whilst conducting this performance saw him nearly jump through the ceiling.”\n\nThe LJO is indeed glorious\, virtuosic\, and enthusiastic!  This month they turn to music created by a range of its current members\, including trumpet legend Henry Lowther\, saxophonists Tory Freestone\, Pete Hurt and Mick Foster\, pianist Alcyona Mick\, bassist Calum Gourlay and director Stroman. Come and check out London’s longest jazz residency\, the LJO Vortex Sessions.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-54/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Mike Chillingworth
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:30 PM\, Music 11:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\ntbc \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. \nThis time we are joined by Mike Chillingworth\, a London based saxophonist\, multi-instrumentalist and composer. He regularly performs throughout the UK and internationally with his own groups\, and with many leading musicians at the forefront of British and European jazz. \n“Chillingworth’s compositions deliver long twisty lines and thumping counterpoints\, resonant voicings and a slightly bucolic Englishness that reminds me of Mike Westbrook’s writing.” Mike Hobart\, Jazzwise Magazine \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-mike-chillingworth/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Jean Toussaint - JT5
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJean Toussaint – Saxophone \nJoti – Trumpet \nEmile Hinton – Piano \nJosh Vadiveloo – Double bass \nBen Brown – Drum kit \n\n  \nAbout\nSaxophonist Jean Toussaint presents a special edition of his quintet JT5. \nSince Jean Toussaint Left Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers\, he hasn’t looked back. Nor has he spent a career trying to repeat the past. The experiences gained in that world-class hothouse have enabled him to push forward and embrace challenging and often high-profile musical collaborations in many different jazz styles. Today he works out of London\, England as a composer\, tenor and soprano saxophonist\, band leader and educator. \nBorn on the Dutch Antilles Island of Aruba\, Toussaint grew up in St Thomas\, US Virgin Islands and studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Toussaint came to London in 1987 and still uses the capital as his base. Since then he has released 8 CDs as a leader. Collaborations with musicians based in the UK have included Julian Joseph\, Jason Rebello\, Cleveland Watkiss\, Tony Remy\, Orphy Robinson\, Bheki Mseleku\, Troy Miller and many others. Toussaint is also an experienced jazz educator\, teaching at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama\, Trinity College of Music and Birmingham Conservatoire\, as well as on various workshops\, most recently the London Philarmonic Orchestra. \nPhoto credit: Carl Hyde
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/jean-toussaint-jt5-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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