JZ Replacement
JZ Replacement is a dynamic new international project from saxophonist Zhenya Strigalev (Ambrose Akinmusire, Eric Harland) and drummer Jamie Murray (Sun Ra Arkestra, Native Dancer).
Sat 16 October 2021
A Standard Afternoon
Enjoy an afternoon coffee with live music from a rotating group of London-based instrumentalists and singers jamming over jazz standards.
Fri 15 October 2021
Zoe Francis & Jim Mullen Quartet (2nd show)
UK vocalist Zoe Francis and multi award-winning guitarist Jim Mullen are back at the Vortex for a performance featuring Graham Harvey (piano) and Dave Chamberlain (bass).
Zoe Francis & Jim Mullen Quartet (1st show)
UK vocalist Zoe Francis and multi award-winning guitarist Jim Mullen are back at the Vortex for a performance featuring Graham Harvey (piano) and Dave Chamberlain (bass).
Thu 14 October 2021
Luke Bainbridge’s “Surface Tension” (2nd show)
Drummer Luke Bainbridge presents his exciting new quartet project “Surface Tension” featuring Kieran McLeod (trombone), Ralph Wyld (vibes) and Huw V Williams (bass).
Luke Bainbridge’s “Surface Tension” (1st show)
Drummer Luke Bainbridge presents his exciting new quartet project “Surface Tension” featuring Kieran McLeod (trombone), Ralph Wyld (vibes) and Huw V Williams (bass).
Wed 13 October 2021
Phillip Dornbusch / Laura Jurd / Olly Chalk / Will Glaser (2nd show)
Berlin-based saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch joins three of the most exciting and engaging musicians in the UK for a special one-off concert. Both sets will be completely improvised.
Phillip Dornbusch / Laura Jurd / Olly Chalk / Will Glaser (1st show)
Berlin-based saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch joins three of the most exciting and engaging musicians in the UK for a special one-off concert. Both sets will be completely improvised.
Sun 10 October 2021
Monk: A Birthday Celebration
David Miller – Saxophone Eric Lounsbury – Trumpet Michael Richardson – Piano Duncan McKenzie – Bass Bobby James – Drums To mark the birthday of Thelonious Monk, we present a…
Sat 09 October 2021
Late Night Saturday Sessions
Late night after hours session downstairs at the Vortex hosted by drummer Will Glaser. Featuring Ruth Goller and Alex Bonney
Wandering Wires (2nd show)
A searing mix of jazz, soul, Brazilian and electronic sounds, Wandering Wires are establishing themselves as one of the most exciting bands emerging from the UK jazz scene, making their return to the Vortex after a sell-out debut before the pandemic.
Wandering Wires (1st show)
A searing mix of jazz, soul, Brazilian and electronic sounds, Wandering Wires are establishing themselves as one of the most exciting bands emerging from the UK jazz scene, making their return to the Vortex after a sell-out debut before the pandemic.
Fri 08 October 2021
Huw V Williams Trio – Equidistant Between (2nd show)
‘The trio of Huw V Williams on bass with Devin Gray on drums and George Crowley on reeds is perfection… it’s a sweet balance of loose and tight, gently modernistic in its language and rolling out a fantastic vibe.’ London Jazz News
Huw V Williams Trio – Equidistant Between (1st show)
‘The trio of Huw V Williams on bass with Devin Gray on drums and George Crowley on reeds is perfection… it’s a sweet balance of loose and tight, gently modernistic in its language and rolling out a fantastic vibe.’ London Jazz News
Thu 07 October 2021
Unpredictable Thursdays (2nd Show)
Unpredictable at The Vortex 2021/22 presents experimental music, free improvisation, film, and art sessions.
Unpredictable Thursdays (1st Show)
Unpredictable at The Vortex 2021/22 presents experimental music, free improvisation, film, and art sessions.
Wed 06 October 2021
Andrew Woolf – ‘Song Unsung’ Album Launch (2nd Show)
Line-up: Andrew Woolf – Tenor Saxophone Joe Auckland – Trumpet Rob Updegraff – Electric guitar Dave Manington – Double Bass Simon Roth – Drums About Song Unsung is saxophonist Andrew…
Andrew Woolf – ‘Song Unsung’ Album Launch (1st Show)
Line-up: Andrew Woolf – Tenor Saxophone Joe Auckland – Trumpet Rob Updegraff – Electric guitar Dave Manington – Double Bass Simon Roth – Drums About Song Unsung is saxophonist Andrew…
Vortex discussion 74. Soul music: music for whose soul?
Music as “soul music” is sometimes dismissed as hackneyed and meaningless. But certainly great music has personality and emotion, often that of the artists performing in jazz. But is there…
Tue 05 October 2021
Midweek Downstairs Jam
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.
Sun 03 October 2021
Sunday Afternoon of Jazz
Join us for a lovely afternoon of jazz standards and a few surprise numbers at the lovely Vortex Bar downstairs. A lovely intimate venue with a warm atmosphere. Limited numbers…
Sat 02 October 2021
Zone-B (2nd show)
In Zone-B, Steve Buckley and Chris Batchelor have joined forces with the world class rhythm section of Rob Luft, Tom Herbert and Gene Calderazzo to present fiery and soulful original music inspired by the range and depth of the musical experiences they have enjoyed together.
Zone-B (1st show)
In Zone-B, Steve Buckley and Chris Batchelor have joined forces with the world class rhythm section of Rob Luft, Tom Herbert and Gene Calderazzo to present fiery and soulful original music inspired by the range and depth of the musical experiences they have enjoyed together.
A Standard Afternoon
Enjoy an afternoon coffee with live music from a rotating group of London-based instrumentalists and singers jamming over jazz standards.
Fri 01 October 2021
Mick Foster (2nd Show)
Line-up: Mick Foster – Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone Dominic Ashworth – Guitar Tom Farmer – Bass Tristan Mailliot – Drums About Mick Foster is a saxophonist and composer…
Mick Foster (1st Show)
Line-up: Mick Foster – Baritone Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone Dominic Ashworth – Guitar Tom Farmer – Bass Tristan Mailliot – Drums About Mick Foster is a saxophonist and composer…
Thu 30 September 2021
Sam Norris Quartet (2nd show)
The Sam Norris Quartet [SNQ] is award-winning alto saxophonist Sam Norris’ primary creative project. The ensemble features bassist Harry Pearce (deputising for Will Sach), pianist Jay Verma and drummer Harry Ling and uses Sam’s compositions and standard tunes as vehicles for exploratory improvisation.
Man of Words & Music: Shake Keane (Part II) Jazz & Poetry (Set 2)
ON THE EVE OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH WE PRESENT:
Man of Words and Music – Shake Keane (Part II)
Jazz & Poetry with Philip Nanton (poet), Henry Lowther (trumpet), Dave Green (Bass).
Sam Norris Quartet (1st show)
The Sam Norris Quartet [SNQ] is award-winning alto saxophonist Sam Norris’ primary creative project. The ensemble features bassist Harry Pearce (deputising for Will Sach), pianist Jay Verma and drummer Harry Ling and uses Sam’s compositions and standard tunes as vehicles for exploratory improvisation.
Man of Words & Music – Shake Keane (Pt. II) Jazz & Poetry (Set 1)
On the Eve of Black History Month we present: Man of Words and Music – Shake Keane (Part II) Jazz & Poetry with Philip Nanton (poet), Henry Lowther (trumpet), Dave Green (bass).
Wed 29 September 2021
Phil Robson’s Organ Trio (2nd Show)
Phil is currently based between Ireland and NYC. He is internationally regarded as a versatile and creative player who appears in all kinds of diverse settings. Phil is also a celebrated composer and band leader.
Phil Robson’s Organ Trio (1st Show)
Phil is currently based between Ireland and NYC. He is internationally regarded as a versatile and creative player who appears in all kinds of diverse settings. Phil is also a celebrated composer and band leader.
Vortex discussion 73 – Live streaming: Still relevant or time to be re-interred?
This week’s discussion reconsiders the role of livestreaming now that we seem to be re-emerging from the period of lockdown. Hosted by Vortex director Oliver Weindling and open to all.
Sun 26 September 2021
Mopomoso Live
This September, MOPOMOSO looks forward to exquisite free improvisations from this beautiful meeting of kindred spirits – expect solos, duos and trios, as well as quartet explorations from: Maggie Nicols (vocalist), Susanna Ferrar (violin), Adam Bohman (home made instruments) & Alan Wilkinson -(alto sax, baritone sax, bass clarinet and voice)
Sat 25 September 2021
Late Night Saturday Sessions
Late night after hours session downstairs at the Vortex hosted by drummer Will Glaser. Featuring George Crowley and Oli Hayhurst
Hannes Riepler Quartet (2nd show)
Hannes Riepler – guitar / Tom Challenger – saxophone / Oli Hayhurst – bass & Jon Scott – drums
Hannes Riepler Quartet (1st show)
Hannes Riepler – guitar / Tom Challenger – saxophone / Oli Hayhurst – bass & Jon Scott – drums
Fri 24 September 2021
James Kitchman / Bruno Heinen (2nd show)
Line-up James Kitchman – guitar Bruno Heinen – piano About Musical synergy was evident from the first two notes of Thelonious Monk’s ‘Bemsha Swing’ that were played by guitarist…
James Kitchman / Bruno Heinen (1st show)
Line-up James Kitchman – guitar Bruno Heinen – piano About Musical synergy was evident from the first two notes of Thelonious Monk’s ‘Bemsha Swing’ that were played by guitarist…
Thu 23 September 2021
Billy Pod Quartet (2nd show)
A truly dynamic and lyrical set of music featuring a heavy line-up with Tom Ollendorff (guitar), Will Barry (piano), Mirko Scarcia (bass) & Billy Pod (drums).
Billy Pod Quartet (1st show)
A truly dynamic and lyrical set of music featuring a heavy line-up with Tom Ollendorff (guitar), Will Barry (piano), Mirko Scarcia (bass) & Billy Pod (drums).
Wed 22 September 2021
Emma Rawicz (2nd Show)
Line-up: Emma Rawicz – Tenor Saxophone Ant Law – Guitar Ivo Neame – Piano Conor Chaplin – Double Bass James Maddren – Drums About Emma Rawicz is a young saxophonist…
Emma Rawicz (1st Show)
Line-up: Emma Rawicz – Tenor Saxophone Ant Law – Guitar Ivo Neame – Piano Conor Chaplin – Double Bass James Maddren – Drums About Emma Rawicz is a young saxophonist…
Vortex discussion 72 – Creation or Re-creation?
The Vortex weekly discussion focuses on whether creativity and innovation can thrive now that there is a reopening of live music. Open to all via Zoom.
Tue 21 September 2021
Midweek Downstairs Jam
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.
Sun 19 September 2021
A Standard Afternoon
Enjoy an afternoon coffee with live music from a rotating group of London-based instrumentalists and singers jamming over jazz standards.
Sat 18 September 2021
Byron Wallen / Nick Ramm – Black Flag (2nd Show)
Line-up: Byron Wallen – Trumpet Nick Ramm – Piano About Black Flag is a body of work from 2004, commissioned by the Jerwood Foundation. The project, a short series named…
Byron Wallen / Nick Ramm – Black Flag (1st Show)
Line-up: Byron Wallen – Trumpet Nick Ramm – Piano About Black Flag is a body of work from 2004, commissioned by the Jerwood Foundation. The project, a short series named…
Fri 17 September 2021
Meg Bird – Single Release Celebration (2nd Show)
Meg Bird is an emerging young artist right on the cusp of an exciting musical career. Her debut album, produced by Claire Martin OBE is due for release this October.
Meg Bird – Single Release Celebration (1st Show)
Meg Bird is an emerging young artist right on the cusp of an exciting musical career. Her debut album, produced by Claire Martin OBE is due for release this October.