For the latest Vortex online discussion, we consider the balance between originality in jazz and interpretation. Last Sunday, Calum Gourlay’s Big Band played Duke Ellington’s Queen’s Suite. How far could…
A special performance from Calum Gourlay’s big band commissioned for our first edition of Feed the Soul – Vortex Jazz Festival
Come & join us on Sunday 25th September from 5pm to 7pm as part of ‘Feed the Soul’ Vortex’s Jazz Festival!
This Résonances performance will feature the musicians: Hyelim Kim, Liran Donin, Cleveland Watkiss, Asha Parkinson, Charlotte Keeffe, Paul Jolly, Terry Day & more!
A special afternoon as part of the Vortex Jazz Club Festival including a screening of wonderful Ebba Jahn’s Miniatures by Improvisers, plus a live performance from the Mopomoso Orchestra
A 13-piece ensemble exploring and celebrating musical ideas and imagined movements of Charlie Parker and George Russell
A 13-piece ensemble exploring and celebrating musical ideas and imagined movements of Charlie Parker and George Russell
Join us for a day of extravagant celebration with free live music in Gillett Square, an exhibition at the Vortex Downstairs Bar + indoor live performances and live art throughout the weekend.
Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.
Hannes Riepler makes a habit of teaming up with some of the great saxophonists around, such as Chris Cheek. Here he joins with Peter Ehwald from Berlin to play their own original music as well as lively takes upon standards.
Scottish drummer and composer Graham Costello creates minimalist-inspired music that ranges from ambient and post-rock, to jazz improvisation and noise rock.
Vienna born London based saxophonist Guido Spannocchi returns to the Vortex after his sold out album release show in June 2021 with a quartet feat. Ruth Goller (bass), Danny Keane (Fender Rhodes) and Tristan Banks (drums).
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.
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
Music of Jewish origin and cutting edge jazz sounds fused together to create Jewish music as you’ve never heard it before. Led by inspirational band leader Sam Eastmond (Spike Orchestra, John Zorn) this is music for the next generation performed by the next generation.
Featuring Jim Watson & Ian Thomas, this trio, specially put together for the Vortex, will ‘burn’ an amalgam of bluesy jazz and jazzy blues, intense, exciting and committed. Three masters at the top of their game.
Come down for a drink downstairs with performances from a rotating group of London-based singers and instrumentalists. Arrive early if you’d also like to join in for when the sets…
Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.
The return of legendary British trumpet player Henry Lowther and his ‘Still Waters’ band feat. Pete Hurt (tenor saxophone), Barry Green (piano), Dave Green (double bass) and Paul Clarvis (drums).
English trumpeter Tom Syson and Austrian trumpeter Dominik Fuss lead this quintet feat. Jacky Naylor (piano), Huw V Williams (double bass) & Jay Davis (drums)
Founded by saxophonist/composer, Asha Parkinson in 2017, Kalpadruma is an exciting collective exploring connection between Arabic, Turkish, Indian, Contemporary Classical and Jazz musics.
This is not a jazz night, but a night to find new friends, new styles and more. 6 Hours of performances of music and dance. That’s £1 an hour!!!…
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
In Zone-B, Buckley and 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.
Orlando will be premiering brand new music for this band in his September residency at the Vortex.
After playing together for over twenty years in various guises, Pete Wareham, Seb Rochford and Ruth Goller come together as an improvising group for the very first time.
Join Brazilian singer Luna Cohen and her band on a joyful and powerful journey where colorful grooves of Afro-Brazilian influences celebrate the diversity of Brazilian culture.
Join Brazilian singer Luna Cohen and her band on a joyful and powerful journey where colorful grooves of Afro-Brazilian influences celebrate the diversity of Brazilian culture.
‘Sean is a fantastic player and has great ears; and he can swing!’
‘Sean is a fantastic player and has great ears; and he can swing!’
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.
What is the effect of where, when and the origination of the music and musicians? For example, the impact of being in a club, on the main stage of a…
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
Cath Longbottom’s film weaves concert and rehearsal footage around an extensive interview with veteran free pianist Howard Riley as he reflects on his career, evolution and ethos. The documentary will be accompanied by a concert film of Riley’s last ever collaboration with Keith Tippett at the Steinway Spirio Two-Piano Festival at London’s PizzaExpress Soho in March 2016.
The Flame is a fierce new improvising trio making their Vortex debut. Featuring Robert Mitchell (Piano/Perc/Poetry), Mark Sanders (Drums) and Neil Charles (Bass) – they bring a hugely accomplished individual and international renown.
Come down for a drink downstairs with jazz standards from a rotating group of London-based singers and instrumentalists. Opens up for the final set from 5.30pm – all welcome to…
One show with two bands – don’t miss out on some of the most exciting and innovative music coming out of London.
For this one-off gig, pianist Elliot Galvin and drummer Dave Smith will be playing as a duo on piano, electronics and drums. Expect electronic explorations, distorted beats and free improvisation.
Reiss will be making his debut as a bandleader here at Vortex Jazz Club as well as debuting new music that has been composed over the last year. Expect these talented musicians to explore virtuosic solos, original music and a few old classics from the Great American Songbook.
This is a quote from Ted Joans, traveller, poet, musician, artist. He is particularly known for filming Archie Shepp at the Pan African Festival in 1969. How does jazz interact…
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
Another beautiful Mopomoso Sunday afternoon not to be missed – book your tickets now!
Performing music from modern 20th century jazz composers like Mulgrew Miller, Larry Willis, Junior Cook, Billy Strayhorn, McCoy Tyner and Chick Corea.
Multi award-winning jazz vocalist, lyricist and producer, Georgia Mancio returns to the Vortex in a trio format feat. flautist/pianist Gareth Lockrane and bassist Andrew Cleyndert (Ronnie Scott, Gene Harris).
Barry Green, award winning pianist, fresh from the recording in New York with Drew Gress, Tom Rainey, Billy Drewes and Rudy Roystan..teams up with lyrical alto player Braysher to explore lesser known standards.
Led by London based guitarist and composer Karim Saber, this dynamic quartet combine fiery extended improvisation with memorable and heartfelt original compositions.
Festivals and venues often develop independently, though both have importance. How do we make sure that they dovetail together, for audiences, musicians and each other. And how should they evolve…
A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: drummer Jas Kayser, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation.
As one of the hardest working and in-demand internationally renowned jazz trumpet players, Collins formed an all-star group in 2019, which was a progression of his quintet with alto sax ace, Tom Harrison, giving birth to the Quentin Collins Sextet.
As one of the hardest working and in-demand internationally renowned jazz trumpet players, Collins formed an all-star group in 2019, which was a progression of his quintet with alto sax ace, Tom Harrison, giving birth to the Quentin Collins Sextet.
Multi award-winning jazz vocalist Anita Wardell returns to the Vortex with a quartet featuring pianist Graham Harvey, bassist Matyas Hoffecker and drummer Joe Dessauer.