Re Person I Knew: Norma Winstone / Nikki Iles / Stan Sulzmann Tonight sees Winston, Iles and Sulzmann exploring the music of the late great Bill Evans. NORMA WINSTONE “Right now, she is at the peak of her form… there is no jazz singer in the country to touch her.” Alyn Shipton, The Times Norma […]
“The David Friesen compositions are all gorgeous, rich and accessible, each tune more beautiful than the first and absolutely wonderful soloing and ensemble play at its highest level.” JM/Jazz Clubscene “Everything the trio plays is colored with a pronounced individuality. The harmonic depth, intense rhythm and subtle interaction they employ mesmerizes an audience.” D. Ramsey/Downbeat, […]
Loz Speyer – trumpet, flugelhorn Martin Hathaway – alto sax, bass clarinet Stuart Hall – guitar Dave Manington – double bass Andy Ball – drums Maurizio Ravalico – congas Time Zone thrives on the idea of crossing the lines between different rhythmic grooves/ musical languages/ cultures/ time zones, exploring the sounds which occur when two distinct […]
featuring: Alcyona Mick, piano Chris Laurence, bass Jeff Williams, drums & Martin Speake, alto sax Scott Stroman, vocals Speake (UK) and Stroman (US) were born on the same day: 3 April 1958. Since working together in the London Jazz Orchestra these two influential musicians have developed a great empathy, and have assembled a true all-star […]
Evan Parker A major force in European improvising, Evan Parker has collaborated with everyone from Cecil Taylor, Paul Bley & Anthony Braxton, to Scott Walker, Robert Wyatt and Squarepusher. He is one of Europe’s most innovative and intriguing saxophonists, which is why he keeps audiences coming back for more. “If you’ve ever been tempted by free improvisation, […]
Following a three night residency at the Vortex in August last year, at which he premiered a new piece; The Nine Dances of Patrick O’Gonogon with his Octet, we are delighted to welcome back Keith Tippett. Tonight he’ll give a trio performance with Peter Fairclough (drums/percussion) and Tom Mccredie (bass), followed by the Nine Dances with […]
Flautist and composer Eddie Parker has been an important name in UK Jazz for many years – his work as a founding member of and an important composer for Loose Tubes, as well as his work with the ‘Bheki Mseleku Band’ and Django Bates’ ‘Delightful Precipice’ has cemented his place in UK Jazz history – but now […]
Directed by Scott Stroman, the London Jazz Orchestra is “as fine a band as you can find anywhere” (Independent) and these up-close-and-personal sessions showcase great writing and soloing from a band that includes many of London’s top musicians, as well as new talents.
Finn Peters, flute & saxes Oren Marshall, tuba Tom Skinner, drums Three of Europe’s most in demand and respected jazz musicians combine in a playful, freewheeling and energetic trio. Highly individual soloists Oren Marshall on tuba, Finn Peters on flute & saxes and Tom Skinner on drums embark on a telepathic trialogue to bring you […]
CHRIS BISCOE Chris Biscoe is a self-taught clarinetist and one of our finest. He started working with Mike Westbrook in 1979 and has played in many of Mike’s projects including The Westbrook Blake, The Cortege, On Duke’s Birthday, London Bridge and Chanson Irresponsable. He has also toured & recorded with George Russell, Andy Sheppard, Grand […]
Enthralling young singer, Sam Merrick takes his fresh newly founded group to the Vortex for the very first time. Producing dynamic, passionate and reflective performances of material ranging from the lesser-known standard repertoire through to libraries of contemporary songwriters such as Jeff Buckley. £5 ticket offer for students
The Cinematic Orchestra vocalist who has worked with Isaac Hayes, F-ire Big Band, The Brand New Heavies, Cleveland Watkiss, Eska and others, tonight performs material from her debut solo album, ‘Turn it Up’ with: Sam Crowe piano Dave Hamblett drums Josue Ferreira guitar “She’s got an extraordinary voice….an incredible range to her voice and such […]
ICHI “What on earth is this, it`s brilliant!” Steve Lamacq “Hilarious, bonkers and brilliant”! Lauren Lavern ‘Steel drums, maraca adorned converse, typewriters and ping pong balls all find musical homes during ICHI’s extremely well received set, as the Nagoya native brings his childlike, playful yet intricate melody making ways to Sherwood Forest’ – THE LINE […]
Popside and The Vortex Present Show Ten – Singles Night – The Seven Inch Songs Darren Hayman’s Occupation is a series of monthly shows at The Vortex. There will be a mix of sets showcasing different albums, themes and special guests. This is not your standard indie gig. “My career as a singles artist has run […]
Peter King, saxophone Steve Melling, piano Mark Fletcher, drums Geoff Gascoyne, bass “I hear both Trane and Bird in his playing, but he is better than either of them.” – Gene Lees PETER KING, in the words of one critic, “is the finest alto saxophonist that Britain has ever produced, and one of the finest […]
Mopomoso, the UK’s longest running unbroken concert series dedicated to free improvisation, presents an evening of sonic delights Neil Metcalfe (flute) / Daniel Thompson (guitar) duo Highly musical and non demonstrative duo that gets to the core of what it means to improvise. Close listening and a fine attention to detail coupled with a firm […]
Metamorphic Metamorphic are a contemporary jazz/folk sextet. The group’s second album,Coalescence, has received 4 star reviews from the likes of John Fordham and Pete Quinn; Brian Morton named Coalescence as his album of the year 2013. Metamorphic are very excited about the prospect of this double bill with Jason Singh, which will also be collaborative. Metamorphic […]