MOPOMOSO: Afternoon Sessions
Some of the finest from the world of free improvisation led by guitarist John Russell
Some of the finest from the world of free improvisation led by guitarist John Russell
An adventurous jazz group formed by four of the most distinctive jazz musicians and composers in the UK.
‘If you don’t like this you don’t deserve ears.’ VOX
The first of two Saturday afternoon sessions showcasing the future stars of jazz, this time featuring NYJO London.
A special late night offering featuring Anthony Pinciotti (drums), Luca Boscagin (guitar) Andrea Di Biase (double Bass). Jazz Travellers start their journey on Wednesday 16 November from New York City with…
To open our fantastic EFG LJF programme, Nikki Iles presents for the first time a brand new large ensemble project featuring a handpicked line-up of old friends and new, to perform works by inspirational female composers.
Evan Parker and John Edwards will be joined by legendary Chicago drummer Avreeayl Ra for two sets of ecstatic music making.
Germana Stella La Sorsa – vocals Joe Boyle – double bass Sam Leak – piano Dave Storey – drums Born from the meeting of the English double bass player Joe…
The Sam Leak Trio perform contemporary jazz with a gospel-tinged, folk-inspired, freedom and abandon. “Adrift” has been described as “compelling,” and “entirely gripping from beginning to end.”
The core team consists of Orphy Robinson, Cleveland Watkiss, Tori Handsley and Paul Bradshaw who are joined by an array of guests. You never know who’s going to drop in.…
Venerable leader Chris Laurence on bass, ‘master storyteller’ John Parricelli on guitar, ‘Wizard of the vibes’ Frank Ricotti and ‘marking time’ on drums, the swinging Martin France.
Real Oddity presents: Sawa Manga + Passenger Casanova w/ Tim Garcia (Musica Macondo) till 2am
“Something fresh from Roller Trio…electronics is now part of the arsenal of the band and they get creative with it…on the anthem track Mad Dryad.” Julian Joseph BBC RADIO 3
” this third Roller album demonstrates moments of captivating dynamism and haunting beauty…such an innovative and iconoclastic band…” ALL ABOUT JAZZ
“New Devices” lives up to its name with the members of Roller Trio embracing technology to expand the group’s sound, and doing so imaginatively and intelligently.” THE JAZZMANN
ARQ: Winners of ‘Jazz Ensemble of the Year’ in the 2018 Parliamentary Jazz Awards, composer and bass player Alison Rayner’s creative, contemporary quintet. ‘Inventive, vibrantly colourful and unfailingly melodic, possessed of a strong sense of narrative and cinematic quality’ (the jazzman.com)
Riley Stone-Lonergan Quartet Riley Stone-Lonergan – Tenor Rick Simpson – Piano Tim Thornton – Bass Will Glaser – Drums UK-based Irishman Riley Stone-Lonergan started working as a professional musician in…
Fred Thomas turns his fertile mind to the music of Richard Wagner, ahead of the launch of a new album on Babel. He himself plays bass and includes clarinettist and…
Guitarist Preston, bassist Lowe team up with master drummer Asaf Sirkis in a new line-up
Stephan Crump’s Rhombal quartet performs a body of original work devoted to his late brother Patrick.
Calum Gourlay – Double Bass Martin Speake – Saxophone Hans Koller – Euphonium/Piano Dave Ingamells – Drums Thelonious formed in 2015 to study and play the music of one…
Modern original Jazz music from rising star alto saxophonist George Winstone. Featuring Tom Farmer (bass), Jamie Murray (drums), Jamie Horowitz (guitar).
Tonight as part of the series two bands will be performing TreeClimbers (Royal Academy of Music) and Maria Chiara Argirò Quintet (Middlesex). Hope to see you there!
The Darkening Blue, led by American trumpeter and composer Andre Canniere, will perform new music inspired by selected works of UK based poets Malika Booker and Rebecca Lynch.
This quintet from Dublin has a refreshing new sound that combines various styles such as hip-hop, classical, electronica, north Indian classical, grunge and modern jazz with powerful improvisation.
Treppenwitz is dedicated to a familial approach to improvised music. The central philosophy is that all music is related, outgrowths from the same seed; passages of explorative beauty and space sit alongside energetic bursts of freedom. Compositions are contributed by the members, with something open-ended deliberately in mind; the shapes and contours of the music develop organically, different every time, always seeking.
“Right now, she is at the peak of her form…there is no jazz singer in the country to touch her”.
“The LJO took great music and made it even greater”.
Jon Collins brings his London Electric Blues experience to the Vortex Downstairs for an unforgettable evening of live music.
Alto-sax master Tony Kofi fronts this loving celebration of the jazz giant (in every sense) Julian ‘Cannnonball’ Adderley. With Andy Davies on cornet, Alex Webb (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Alfonso Vitale (drums)…
Sean Payne Quartet Sean Payne – Saxophone Kit Downes – Piano Freddie Jensen – Bass James Maddren – Drums After recently recording and touring extensively with the new Clark Tracey…
Words & Jazz offers the BEST in contemporary poetry and jazz – this October we have hugely talented poets and musicians for your delectation! Come and have a cocktail in the cosy bar and be part of this ‘outstanding summit between contemporary poets and musicians’ (The Independent)
Not one to be missed
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the arrival of people from various Caribbean islands that were then British colonies and part of the British Empire. The name Windrush comes…
Autumn blues? Come to Words & Jazz for a warm cosy night celebrating the BEST contemporary poetry and jazz
Acclaimed cellist draws together jazz and influences from around the world with her new album featuring John Crawford on piano, and Demi Garcia Sabat on percussion, plus special guests.
MS MAURICE ALSO KNOWN AS SHEILA MAURICE-GREY IS A LONDON BASED TRUMPETER, VOCALIST AND VISUAL ARTIST
“Chanda Rule is the most amazing, elegant, fascinating, all in all greatest singer is saw in the last 30 or 40 years, and I saw them all” (pianist Kirk Lightsey) Ahead of the launch of a new album on PAO/Babel.
Blues and Roots Ensemble perform modern adaptations arrangements of classic and lesser known Charles Mingus compositions.
Welcoming in the Winter season with a stunning international line up of four sets, featuring some of the finest music from the world of free improvisation Line up Alex Maguire…
Clark Tracey leads his new quintet playing modern jazz with energy and pleasure, involving BBC Young Jazz Musician Alexandra Ridout and saxophonist Sean Payne
A celebration of Black History Month featuring the best in 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s Windrush reggae and soul. Hosted by DJ Judith Jacob and DJ Saphhire.
“On Inspiration (the Alina Bzhezhinska Quartet) bathe deeply in the spirit of Alice and John’s majestic, meditative music, yet also use it as a point of departure for new personal directions. The journey is within, to a better place for humanity.” – Kevin Le Gendre
Open decks is a once month session for vinyl lovers to play music in the relaxed atmosphere of The Vortex Jazz Club Downstairs. A monthly Sunday event where music lovers play…
Casimir Connection is a jazz chamber group for the modern era. Saxophonist and composer Diane McLoughlin’s new ensemble explores the boundaries between classical, folk and jazz.
Welcoming a fine young trumpeter leading a band in his own right, who has already played with some of the greats of this country, often at the Vortex!
The Yaz Fantazi Trio creates a greate fusion of Arabic classical music, blues, folk, chaabi, gnawa and jazz.
An opportunity to check out some some the best and younger musicians in London.
London meets Berlin with this rare collaboration, expect high level improvising and honest music making.
The Great Harry Hillman is a Swiss post-jazz quartet, playing original compositions between jazz, rock and Improv since 2008.
A host of modern jazz from two big bands!
Berne was aptly named one of New York City’s essential jazz icons by Time Out New York, while the UK’s Jazzwise magazine underscored the growing stature of his music by declaring it“suffused with genuine humanity and more than a little wisdom.” The New York Times praised Mitchell as“a pianist of burrowing focus and an indispensable fixture of the contemporary vanguard.”
Berne was aptly named one of New York City’s essential jazz icons by Time Out New York, while the UK’s Jazzwise magazine underscored the growing stature of his music by declaring it“suffused with genuine humanity and more than a little wisdom.” The New York Times praised Mitchell as“a pianist of burrowing focus and an indispensable fixture of the contemporary vanguard.”
Come and celebrate the brand new creative changes in the club with us! With a special quartet of Rick Simpson, Dave Smith, Calum Gourlay and James Allsopp.
Zoetic Zoetic is a new London based group of very experienced improvising musicians. Chris Batchelor, John Paricelli and Steve Watts were all members of influential British big band Loose Tubes…