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SUMMARY:Guildhall Jazz Showcase (Upstairs & Downstairs) – Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Doors 2:45 PM\, Music 3 PM\nAbout\nAn afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Tony Kofi\, Fini Bearman\, Larry Bartley\, Ivo Neame\, Winston Clifford\, Mark Lockheart\, Tom Farmer\, Kate Williams\, Robert Mitchell\, Steve Fishwick\, Oli Rockberger and more! \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/guildhall-jazz-showcase-upstairs-downstairs-day-1-4/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Guildhall Jazz Showcase (Upstairs & Downstairs) – Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Doors 4:45 PM\, Music 5 PM\nAbout\nAn afternoon and evening showcase of bands from the Guildhall Jazz Department led by tutors including Tony Kofi\, Fini Bearman\, Larry Bartley\, Ivo Neame\, Winston Clifford\, Mark Lockheart\, Tom Farmer\, Kate Williams\, Robert Mitchell\, Steve Fishwick\, Oli Rockberger and more!
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/guildhall-jazz-showcase-upstairs-downstairs-day-2-5/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T210000
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SUMMARY:Ches Smith Clone Row (1st Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nChes Smith – Drums\nMary Halvorson – Guitar\nLiberty Ellman – Guitar\nNick Dunston – Bass \nAbout\nFour renowned composer-improvisers tangle with Ches Smith’s newest compositions. Two highly individualistic guitarists swirl\, echo and double-take\, squaring off with a bass and drums team that anchors and unhinges through doubling sounds — drum machines and acoustic drums\, low-end analog synth and acoustic bass\, digital samples and repeated fragments performed in real time. In a dance of coherence and chaos\, the four musicians plunge headlong into the feedback loop of composition and improvisation armed with chemistry created by their mutual appreciation and enduring friendships.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ches-smith-clone-row-1st-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T230000
DTSTAMP:20251020T150238Z
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SUMMARY:Ches Smith Clone Row (2nd Show)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 9:30 PM\, Music 10:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nChes Smith – Drums\nMary Halvorson – Guitar\nLiberty Ellman – Guitar\nNick Dunston – Bass \nAbout\nFour renowned composer-improvisers tangle with Ches Smith’s newest compositions. Two highly individualistic guitarists swirl\, echo and double-take\, squaring off with a bass and drums team that anchors and unhinges through doubling sounds — drum machines and acoustic drums\, low-end analog synth and acoustic bass\, digital samples and repeated fragments performed in real time. In a dance of coherence and chaos\, the four musicians plunge headlong into the feedback loop of composition and improvisation armed with chemistry created by their mutual appreciation and enduring friendships.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ches-smith-clone-row-2nd-show/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T184500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T203000
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SUMMARY:Inês Loubet Band [Cancelled]
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:30 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\nThis concert has now been cancelled ticketholders will be issued refunds
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/ines-loubet-band/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T223000
DTSTAMP:20251006T081414Z
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SUMMARY:Houndsbleat
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nOlly Chalk – Piano\nGeorge Garford – Alto Saxophone\nDaniel Kemshell – Guitar\nSacha Harlan – Drums \nAbout\nHoundsbleat is the latest project from the imagination of pianist/composer Olly Chalk. Here\, kaleidoscopic grooves\, twisting contrapuntal melodies and ferocious group interplay wind their way through a series of new musical labyrinths. Free improvisation cuts through the veins of these unique and demanding compositions that feature moments of stark beauty and rough edges. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/houndsbleat/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T064500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T170000
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SUMMARY:Cosy Christmas Evening with Immy Churchill & Sol Grimshaw
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\nAbout\nJoin Immy and Sol at The Downstairs Living Room this month for an evening of songs and melodies to draw you in from the cold.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/cosy-christmas-evening-with-immy-churchill-sol-grimshaw/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T223000
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SUMMARY:Grifton Forbes-Amos
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nGrifton Forbes-Amos – Trumpet\nJames Akers – Tenor saxophone\nLuke Bacchus – Piano\nNathan Dawkins – Bass guitar\nKing Ike-Elechi – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nThe artist Grifton Forbes-Amos is a trumpet player from the UK. His project merge the differing aspects of Jazz whilst including the soulful playing within other genres like Gospel and Soul Jazz Additionally\, he pays homage to the styles of his Latin influences which culminates in a fusion that creates a form of Jazz that’s like candy to your ears. Something that is sweet\, that you can enjoy listening to the compositions and brought to its pinnacle through the solos. His music intends to take you on a euphoric journey leaving you smile from ear to ear and always wanting more \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/grifton-forbes-amos-2/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T010000
DTSTAMP:20251127T200555Z
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Will Sach
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\n  \nWill Sach – Double bass\nJack Thomas – Drum kit\nWill Barry – Piano\nGeorge Johnson – Saxophone \n  \nAbout:\n  \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 with special drinks offers each night and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \nThis time we are joined by bassist Will Sach who has performed with notable artists such as Wynton Marsalis\, Joe Farnsworth\, Sarah Hanahan\, Joe Webb\, Kit Downes\, Sam Amidon\, and Jamie Cullum. \n“Swinging\, attentive and popping.” – Wynton Marsalis\n“It’s super high level and very soulful music.” – Kit Downes
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-will-sach/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T200000
DTSTAMP:20251120T085055Z
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SUMMARY:Local & Live in Hackney Presents: Regen Sound  (Downstairs)
DESCRIPTION:Doors 5:30 PM\, Music 6:00 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nSeayool – Piri Flute\nMulele Matondo – Guitar\nJoshua Brandler – Bass\nDhezy Nakeni – Dikanza\nKunmi – Talking Drum\nJR – Drum kit \nAbout\nHosted by the Vortex Jazz Club in collaboration with the Local & Live in Hackney project\, proudly supported by Hackney Council. \nJoin us for an explosive evening of rhythm\, soul\, and cross-continental groove with Regen Sound\, a dynamic collective whose music journeys across Sub-Saharan Africa through ancestral songs and infectious contemporary fusion. \nWith members hailing from Angola\, Congo\, Nigeria\, Jamaica\, South Korea\, and Hackney\, Regen Sound brings together a blazing Pan-African rhythm section that embodies the spirit of collaboration and cultural celebration. Emerging from the Grand Union Orchestra—the UK’s pioneering cross-cultural ensemble—these virtuoso musicians fuse tradition and innovation with exhilarating energy. \nHot off their residency of live and recorded performances\, Regen Sound makes a one-off stop at Vortex in collaboration with Live & Local\, featuring special guest Seayool on Korean flute. Expect an evening of Big Bad Blues and African Jazz\, with intoxicating rhythms of Bolero\, Highlife\, and Afrobeat that will move both heart and body. \nAbout Local & Live in Hackney\nLocal & Live in Hackney is a community-led collective of musicians and artists dedicated to celebrating and supporting the rich musical diversity of Hackney and East London. Through our events\, we aim to showcase exceptional talent\, nurture creativity\, and strengthen the local cultural scene. Follow us on social media: @localandliveinhackney
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/local-live-in-hackney-presents-regen-sound-downstairs/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T223000
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SUMMARY:Levy/Robson International Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJed Levy – Tenor saxophone\nPhil Robson – Guitar\nMark Hodgson – Double bass\nRoberto Gatto – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nThis musical partnership was formed in New York City in 2017 between the highly acclaimed US saxophonist Jed Levy (Jaki Byard\, Jack McDuff/\, Mike Clark\, Tom Harrell etc) and multi-award-winning UK born guitarist Phil Robson (Mark Turner\, David Liebman\, Billy Hart\, Partisans\, etc)\, who was living in NYC at the time. The American quartet featuring Peter Slavov and Clarence Penn quickly began to become a regular feature in the city’s iconic venues such as Smalls\, Birdland\, 55 Bar etc\, as well as touring in the UK\,Germany\, Spain\, Ireland\, Northern California and more. Robson relocated to Ireland in 2020\, but since that time the collaboration has continued with various European incarnations of the band. \nThe current line-up features one of Europe’s most celebrated drummers\, from Rome\, Roberto Gatto (Freddie Hubbard\, Jon Scofield\, Joe Zawinul\, Michael Brecker\, etc) https://www.robertogatto.com and the incredible UK bassist Mark Hodgson (Randy Brecker\, Cedar Walton\, Eddie Henderson\, Greg Osby\, etc) who is one of the most in demand bassists on the contemporary jazz scene today. \nThe quartet plays original music penned by both Levy and Robson. The music is innovative and contemporary whilst remaining highly melodic and groovy\, with a strong sense of tradition mixed in with the diverse characteristics of each composer. \n“This was high-powered jazz\, not by dint of frenetic pace\, volume or assertiveness but by the beauty and coherence of the quartet sound that was at once polished but fresh and lively. That’s a difficult poise to strike\, even for musicians as able as these\, yet for all that they were fully engaged\, each seemed entirely in his element.” \nThe Whitman Review of Wakefield Jazz Concert \n “Added to the warmth of his sound and excellent command of the instrument\, Levy is an impressive package deserving wider international recognition. Phil Robson is already gaining wider international recognition\, as witnessed by the admiring comments on his playing from Peter Bernstein and Wayne Krantz to be found on his website. His great fluidity and fleet inventiveness were\, as ever\, balm for the ears. ” \nLondon Jazz News
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/levyrobson-international-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T020000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Karl Bos
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM\nAbout\nKarl Bos soundtracks a late-night jazz dance downstairs at The Vortex. \nThe DJ\, curator and broadcaster runs jazz-ish East London live night Deeper Cuts\, and hosts a long-running Soho Radio show of the same name. \nHe’s played all-night-long sets all-over-the capital\, spun in the fields of We Out Here and Love Supreme\, and further afield on the beach in Sête and at Boxout in Delhi. \nHe has a deep love for artists pushing things forward – so expect a record bag stuffed with gems that span 70s jazz-funk and Brazilian samba to filthy fusion dance tracks\, cutting-edge bits and beyond. \nSoho Radio Archive\nhttps://sohoradio.com/profile/deeper-cuts-with-karl-bos/ \nInstagram:\nhttps://www.instagram.com/karlbosmusic/
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-karl-bos/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T180000
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SUMMARY:London Jazz Orchestra Vortex Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Doors 3:30 PM\, Music 4:00 PM – 2 set(s) of music\nAbout\nHave you ever experienced a superb big band at close quarters? Directed by Scott Stroman\, the LJO’s monthly Sessions are the place to experience powerful soloists and great new writing at close quarters. The LJO was born with the club\, together creating what is now London’s longest jazz residency.\n\n\nThis month is a Christmas-free zone\, as they play lyrical new pieces by guitarist Nick Costley-White and saxophonist Pete Hurt\, and feature trombonist Martin Gladdish\, baritone saxophonist Mick Foster\, drummer Paul Clarvis\, and brilliant trumpeter Henry Lowther.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/london-jazz-orchestra-vortex-sessions-4/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T223000
DTSTAMP:20251118T155844Z
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam 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-4-2025-03-30-2025-04-13-2025-04-20-2025-04-27-2025-10-26-2025-12-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251209T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T223000
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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-8/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T223000
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SUMMARY:SAROST Trio - Larry Stabbins\, Paul Rogers\, Mark Sanders
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nLarry Stabbins – Saxophones\nMark Sanders – Percussion\nPaul Rogers – Custom 7 String Bass \nAbout\nSarost is a trio comprising Mark Sanders Percussion\, Paul Rogers Custom 7 String Bass and Larry Stabbins Saxophones\, Bass Clarinet and Flutes. \nThree veteran\, virtuoso improvisors who have worked together in various combinations for over 40 years\, this trio has an astonishing combined legacy having shaped and been a part of and still shaping the British Free Jazz/Improv scene. \nDuring a 50+ year career across the spectrum of music saxophonist Larry Stabbins has worked with most of the important figures at the cutting edge of European Jazz and Improvisation from Mike Westbrook to Keith Tippett and Tony Oxley and Germany’s Peter Brotzmann\, as well as with Robert Wyatt and Jerry Dammers Spatial AKA. Alongside this he played in the seminal pop group Weekend and formed Working Week with guitarist Simon Booth\, a project that took a melange of latin\, soul and jazz into the world of pop and dance music. \nSince then\, different projects of his own across the range of his interests have varied from totally improvised small groups and solo performances to “Jazz Rap” ( QRZ?) in the early 1990s\, “FreeJazz TechnoFunk” (Game Theory) early 2000s\, “Psychedelic Hip Hop” ( Stonephace) and freeish “Spiritual Jazz” (Stonephace Stabbins with Zoe Rahman) around 2010. And currently in a quartet “137”with Adrian Utley and Jim Barr of the cult band “Portishead” and Percussionist Sebastian Rochford. \nPaul Rogers plays an AAL 7 string bass of his own design. In addition to solo concert performances he has played with countless major musicians on the European and US Jazz and Improvised Music scenes for over 40 years including many combinations with Mark\, with whom he recently recorded with Paul Dunmall and was a member of the influential group Mujician with Keith Tippett\, Paul Dunmall and Tony Levin. He also played with Larry in many groupings over the years\, most notably the Keith Tippett Septet and Tapestry Orchestra and Louis Moholo’s Dedication Orchestra. \nMark Sanders is a drummer/percussionist who has played with countless renowned improvising musicians in concerts and festivals all over the world\, including Roscoe Mitchell\, Wadada Leo Smith\, Derek Bailey\, Roswell Rudd and Evan Parker\, with Larry in a quartet with Howard Riley and as a trio with pianist Pat Thomas and played on over 200 vinyl and CD releases and is hugely in demand with visiting American musicians. \nLarry Stabbins is a major figure in UK jazz and improvised music\, so it’s great to see the 75 year old back in action after a period of rest. …..a masterful performance….spiritual jazz in the truest sense: an exultation.\nStewart Smith The Wire Magazine \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/sarost-trio-larry-stabbins-paul-rogers-mark-sanders/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Haffner/Fink Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nDonovan Haffner – Alto saxophone\nLaurel Fink – Tenor saxophone\nLaurie Milton – Piano\nLorenzo Morabito – Double bass\nLuke Mccarthy – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nThe Haffner/Fink Quintet will be bringing exciting original music written by Donovan and Laurel. \nDonovan Haffner\, winner of the ‘Jazz Newcomer’ category at the Jazz Parliamentary Awards 2025 is a south-east London born and bred alto saxophonist. When Aged 11\, Donovan joined the highly respected Tomorrow’s Warriors Young Artist Development Programme and was mentored by Gary Crosby OBE\, Binker Golding\, and Alex Davis. He proved to be a stand-out talent and\, by the age of 18\, he was invited to tour Italy with multi-award-winning drummer Moses Boyd. Since then\, Donovan graduated from the Royal Academy of Music\, and has played with Jay Phelps\, Charlie Stacey\, Orphy Robinson and Balimaya. He has also performed with the Danish jazz pianist/composer Rasmus Sorenson and was selected by Tony Kofi to be part of\, American jazz legend\, Charles Tolliver’s Big Band\, headlining at the Barbican as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival. And Donovan is still very much part of the Tomorrow’s Warriors musical family\, performing with both Nu Civilisation Orchestra and Jazz Jamaica. Donovan has also released his debut album ‘Alleviate’ with his own project. \nLaurel Fink is a 22-year-old tenor saxophonist from Berkeley\, California. She is known for her tone and thought-provoking solos\, which capture audiences across the world. She has performed with a wide range of artists in the Bay Area and London\, most notably Arthur Verocai\, Warren Wolf\, Marcus Shelby\, Dame Drummer\, Kassa Overall\, DJ Starrza opening for Jhené Aiko\, PHOEBS\, Falle Nioke\, and Orii Community. In 2025\, she graduated from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University\, where she studied with Tim Green and Warren Wolf. She is based in the Bay Area and London\, gigging frequently\, composing\, and playing with bands such as Squadronious\, the Kolakale Kolective\, and the Heeters. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/haffnerfink-quintet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T223000
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SUMMARY:Johanna Burnheart
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJohanna Burnheart – Violin\nJonny Wickham – Double bass\nBen Brown – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nLondon-based German violinist and singer Johanna Burnheart carves her own niche with a distinctive blend of modal jazz and electronic soundscapes. Deeply influenced by the Berlin techno and house scene as well as modal jazz\, Johanna’s music exists at the point where improvisation meets hypnotic rhythm. \nSince forming her band in 2018\, Johanna has released two acclaimed albums — Burnheart (Ropeadope\, 2020) and Bär (2023) — as well as the Burnheart Remixed EP (2021)\, featuring reworks by Acid Pauli\, Beth Lydi\, Nesa Azadikhah\, and Pilo Adami\, paying homage to her deep connection with electronic music. Her releases have earned praise from Jazzwise\, MOJO\, The Guardian\, Jamie Cullum and Worldwide FM\, among others. \nFor this special performance at the Vortex\, Johanna Burnheart will present a dynamic set blending original compositions from her releases with reimagined jazz standards\, exploring the meeting point of jazz tradition\, electronic influence\, and fearless improvisation. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/johanna-burnheart/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T184500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T203000
DTSTAMP:20251021T064016Z
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SUMMARY:Oscar Lyons Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nOscar Lyons – Piano\nGeorge Johnson – Tenor saxophone\nZaki Osahn – Double bass\nAnanda Brandão – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nOscar Lyons is a 20-year-old Catholic British Mexican pianist and composer. He has been described by UK Jazz News as “hugely talented”\, by jazz pianist Chris Ingham as “a once-in-a-generation talent”\, and by Director of the Watford Jazz Junction\, Chris Newstead\, as “extraordinary… a future star of European jazz”. Lyons is currently studying at the Royal Academy of Music and is working with some of the most innovative musicians on the scene. He leads an outstanding quartet\, including saxophonist George Johnson (BBC Young Jazz Musician 2024 finalist) drummer Ananda Brandão (credits include Ant Law\, Alex Hitchcock\, Emma Rawicz) and bassist Zaki Osahn (venues played at include Ronnie Scott’s\, Royal Festival Hall\, Cadogan Hall).\nLyons has played as part of the London-based concert series Jazz in the Round. He has been featured at Ronnie Scott’s in the show ‘Future Movers’\, which showcases some of the UK’s finest young jazz musicians\, and he has played twice at the Watford Jazz Junction\, supporting Emma Rawicz and Mark Kavuma. \nLyons has already established himself as a composer and improviser and has developed a distinctive voice in this idiom. His influences are diverse; in addition to the jazz tradition\, he draws from Latin American styles\, English folk music\, and hymnal music.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/oscar-lyons-quartet/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T223000
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SUMMARY:It’s In The Sea
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nPete Wareham — saxophones\,flute\, vocals\, electronics\nRuth Goller — bass\, vocals\, synth\nTom Herbert — bass six\, bass\, synth\nEmre Ramazanoglu — drums\, electronics \nAbout\nFirst ever live performance of Pete Wareham’s new band. \nPete Wareham started out as an award-winning jazz saxophonist but soon broke new ground\, gaining critical acclaim for his innovative punk rock approach\, winning ‘Best Band’ in 2005’s BBC Jazz Awards with his first band Acoustic Ladyland. \nIn 2010 Wareham disbanded Acoustic Ladyland after five well-received and influential albums to experiment with new directions. Melt Yourself Down was the result\, with the self-named first album released in 2013 incorporating African rhythms\, duelling saxophones and a bold new sound. \nIn 2019 Wareham signed with Melt Yourself Down to Decca Records and the band’s third album ‘100 YES%’ produced by Wareham\, Youth and Ben Hillier was released in 2020. \nAn original member of Seb Rochford’s twice Mercury-nominated Polar Bear\, he has been involved with many other high-profile projects – either as a band member or session musician – and his playing collaborations with Nadine Shah and Sons Of Kemet won him another Mercury nomination in 2018. \nWareham has for several years also focused on production and songwriting. In 2015 he received the Paul Hamlyn Composer’s Award and since then has developed his production work further in his home studio while working on collaborative songwriting and production work with other artists.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/its_in_the_sea/
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SUMMARY:Dalston Song Club: Arun Thava
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\nAbout\nOur monthly series brings together some of the most prominent voices in contemporary songwriting\, hosted by Matthew Herd. This month features a rare solo set from Arun Thava. \nArun Thava \nArun Thava is a singer\, songwriter\, and guitarist whose music captures the childlike wonder in all of us. With his direct lyricism and infectious melodies\, Arun’s songs leave listeners feeling warm and understood. Known for playing guitar in bands such as The Howl & The Hum and Seafarers\, he recently released his debut single and is preparing to record his first EP.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/dalston-song-club-arun-thava/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251212T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251212T223000
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SUMMARY:Mike De Souza Quintet – EP Launch: Schism
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nMike De Souza – Guitar\nTom Barford – Tenor saxophone\nRick Simpson – Piano\nHuw V Williams – Double bass\nJay Davis – Drum kit \n  \nAbout\nGuitarist Mike De Souza presents the launch of his new EP Schism\, recorded at Fish Factory Studios in summer 2024 with the support of crowdfunding donations. The EP features four tracks – three new original compositions and a solo guitar version of Body and Soul\, interpreted through De Souza’s distinctive approach to harmony\, texture and technique. This marks his first released rendition of a jazz standard and reflects a deepening connection with the jazz tradition. \nThe title Schism refers to the opening track and reflects De Souza’s sense of the divided state of UK politics\, where contrasting sets of worldviews and values stand in stark opposition while vying for power and influence. Musically\, Schism extends the sound of his previous release Chrysalis (Fresh Sound New Talent)\, which received 4-star reviews from All About Jazz\, UK Vibe\, Marlbank and The Jazz Mann\, and was praised for its “considered sound design… every bar seems to open into a new world” (BBC Radio 3). While Chrysalis explored transformation through layered textures and electronic soundscapes\, Schism takes a more traditional ensemble approach\, shining a light on group interaction and the nuances of live performance. \nDe Souza is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music and Leeds College of Music. Since establishing himself on the UK jazz scene he has performed widely as both leader and sideman\, and has released several projects including Slow Burn\, Road Fork and the quartet album Pond Life with Big Bad Wolf\, which was ranked 3rd in Jazzwise Magazine’s “Top 10 Albums of the Year” in 2017. He has also collaborated with Byron Wallen\, Alex Paxton\, Phil Meadows\, Joy Ellis\, Belle Chen and Twospeak\, and holds a weekly residency at Grow in Hackney Wick with the band Stratos. Mike is also a jazz guitar tutor at Leeds Conservatoire\, where he has taught since 2020. \nThe band features four of the UK’s most respected and in-demand musicians. Rick Simpson (piano/synth) has performed with Christian Scott\, Eric Harland\, Joe Sanders and Stan Sulzmann\, and is known for his albums Klammer and Everything All of the Time: Kid A Revisited. Tom Barford (tenor sax) released his Kenny Wheeler Jazz Prize-winning album Bloomer (Edition\, 2018)\, followed by Live at the Parakeet featuring James Copus. He has also performed with Billy Cobham and Gerald Cleaver and co-leads both the quartet AuB and the Barford/Copus Quintet. Jay Davis (drums) is an award-winning performer and composer who has played throughout the UK\, Europe and Asia\, appearing at major venues and festivals including Umbria Jazz and the Bimhuis. Huw V Williams (bass) has collaborated with leading figures across contemporary and avant-garde scenes including Jim Black\, Ivo Neame and Laura Jurd. \nThe EP Schism captures this band at a creative high point\, expanding its sound while nodding more explicitly to the jazz tradition. It will be followed by a full-length album drawn from the same session\, due for release next year. \n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/mike-de-souza-quintet-ep-launch-schism/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Vortex Lates: Heidi Vogel
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM – 1 set(s) of music\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 with special drinks offers each night and an opportunity to be part of the extended Vortex community. \nThis time we are joined by vocalist Heidi Vogel and Femi Temowo.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/vortex-lates-heidi-vogel-3/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T223000
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SUMMARY:Eddie Prevost\, Binker Golding\, Olie Brice - trio
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nBinker Golding – Tenor saxophone\nEddie Prevost – Drums\nOlie Brice – Double bass \n  \nAbout\nExpect an evening of improvised music from a trio made up of three of the U.K’s most interesting improvisors. \nPercussionist and drummer Eddie Prevost is a key figure in the free improvisation and avant-garde music scenes. Best known as a co-founder of the long-running improvised music group AMM\, his career also includes work as a writer and educator. \nDouble bassist Olie Brice is an improviser\, and composer recognized as a major figure in the UK’s creative jazz and free improvisation scenes. His musical style is noted for its ability to integrate compositional ideas within improvised and free jazz settings. \nSaxophonist\, composer\, and bandleader Binker Golding is known as a key innovator in the contemporary London jazz scene\, he has gained acclaim for his versatility\, both as a member of the award-winning duo Binker and Moses and through his own solo work.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/eddie-prevost-binker-golding-olie-brice-trio/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T020000
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SUMMARY:Discotheque Tropicale
DESCRIPTION:Doors 10:00 PM\, Music 10:30 PM\n  \nLine-up:\n  \nTBC \n  \nAbout:\n  \nDiscotheque Tropicale is a collective\, event series and record label created to celebrate and generate interest in a range of borderless music and culture from around the world. We are very excited to welcome them for their debut party at the Vortex Jazz Club. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/discotheque-tropicale/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T223000
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SUMMARY:Vortex Jam 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 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-4-2025-03-30-2025-04-13-2025-04-20-2025-04-27-2025-10-26-2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T223000
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SUMMARY:Julian Siegel Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM – 2 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nJulian Siegel – Tenor saxophone\nLiam Noble – Piano\nOli Hayhurst – Double bass\nGene Calderazzo – Drums \nAbout\nWith the Julian Siegel Quartet\, the BBC Jazz Award winning saxophonist and composer Julian Siegel can be heard alongside some of this generation’s most distinctive voices\, creating an in-demand Quartet on the UK and European Jazz scene. The band features inspirational pianist Liam Noble\, his fluid touch and dazzling imagination perfectly complementing Siegel’s music and playing\, and providing a perfect foil for the many directions the music can turn. With the creative spark of dynamic drummer Gene Calderazzo and the deep groove of bassist Oli Hayhurst dove-tailing perfectly with Siegel and Noble this is unquestionably one of the UK’s most exciting and powerful quartets. \nFollowing up from their London Jazz Award winning album Urban Theme Park (Basho Music)\, 2018 saw the release of VISTA\, the second album of the Julian Siegel Quartet and the first on the Whirlwind Recordings label. The album features ten of Julian’s compositions plus an arrangement of Bud Powell’s ‘Un Poco Loco’. This acoustic set of music moves freely through varied sound worlds and colours\, from undercurrents of bop to searching ballads and joyful melodies.\nSince the release of VISTA\, the band has performed internationally at Jazz Festivals including INNtöne Jazz Festival in Austria\, Made in The UK at the Rochester International Jazz Festival\, the Jazz Standard NYC\, JazzFestival Goettingen in Germany\, Limerick Jazz Festival Ireland\, UK’s Love Supreme Festival 2019\, Bristol International Jazz and Blues Festival\, Manchester International Jazz Festival and many other UK shows included in an extensive 2018 – 2019 Arts Council England UK Tour. The Quartet was featured on the cover of UK’s Jazzwise Magazine in February 2018 and VISTA was included in Jazzwise’s Top 20 Jazz Albums of the year. \n“Expressive direct music…. tightly wound post-bop\, pensive improv. and more.”\nJohn Fordham\, The Guardian – – – – Jazz Album of the Month\, February 2018 \n“A great quartet with an enthralling agility.” – – – – In Music \n”Exciting\, dynamic music with improvisation at its centre.”– London Jazz News
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/julian-siegel-quartet-14/
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-9/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:REMEMBERING DEREK: THURSTON MOORE & MARK WASTELL
DESCRIPTION:Derek Bailey (29 January 1930 – 25 December 2005)\nDoors 6:45 PM\, Music 7:15 PM – 1 set(s) of music\n  \nLine-up:\nThurston Moore – Guitar\nMark Wastell – Drums \n  \nAbout\nCommemorating the twentieth anniversary of Derek Bailey’s passing\, Thurston Moore and Mark Wastell pay homage to Derek’s memory\, especially his celebrated guitar/percussion duos with fellow travellers John Stevens\, Tony Oxley and Han Bennink. \nThurston first met Derek in NYC in 1993\, when he and drummer William Hooker shared the bill with Derek and Tony Oxley. He recalls Derek “being surprised when I asked him about his playing on the Basil Kirchin LP Worlds Within Worlds. I think he was just taken aback that some kid from the USA would even be aware of such a thing”. They played guitars next to each other\, a few years later\, on a crowded stage at The Tonic in NYC\, at an event organised by Loren Mazzacane Connors. Thurston also invited Derek to participate in Root\, a recording released in 1998. \nMark met Derek in the early nineties\, but first played together at an Incus Records event held at the original Vortex in 1998. The following year\, he was invited to participate in Company in Marseille\, and again in London (2000) and New York (2001). And in the group IST\, Mark supported Derek\, John Zorn and Bill Laswell at the Barbican Centre in 2000. Derek also enjoyed performing at Mark’s record shop in London (Sound 323) playing there twice in 2001\, in a duo with Simon H. Fell and solo. \nSupported by The Wire. \n\n 
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/remembering-derek-thurston-moore-mark-wastell/
LOCATION:Vortex Jazz Club\, 11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:Queer Jazz: Christmas Party Jam
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:45 PM\, Music 8:30 PM\n  \nHouse Band:\nAkin Soul – Vocals\nBel Comeau – Keys\nArowah – Guitar\nIsobella Burnham – Bass\nTash Keary – Drums \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. Musicians who plan to play at the jam can get a £5 ticket. \nQueer jazz will be finishing the year in style with a special Christmas Party Jam to celebrate a very queer year! \nThey will be inviting an all-queer houseband of top musicians who will start the night off with a short set before opening the evening up. Everyone is welcome to bring their instruments and come and play. We also welcome spoken word\, dancers\, and any other artists who would like to take part in the creation.
URL:https://staging.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/queer-jazz-christmas-party-jam/
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