We are celebrating David Mossman the founder of the Vortex over 24 hours with a party/memorial about his legacy! Some of the musicians confirmed include Sarah Jane Morris, Mark Hewins,…

Without a doubt, Leo Richardson is widely recognised to be one of London’s leading Jazz Tenor Saxophonists, best known for his honest, straight-ahead, contemporary hard-bop style. His most significant influences…

Joe Hill’s North Ark is a new jazz septet, started in 2017. They play original compositions and arrangements by Joe, which are influenced by a wide variety of artists, such…

The spectrum of music played by Evan Parker ranges from “free jazz” to “free improvisation”. Each month Evan invites different guests to play with him. This evening the guests are John…

With the release of his critically albums ‘Silent Storm’ (2016) and ‘Live at the Vortex’ (2017), Danish guitarist and composer Kristian Borring and his group have been turning heads and…

‘Crossing’ is a trio with Veryan Weston/keystation, Hannah Marshall/cello and Yusuf Ahmed/drums/percussion. They present a new project with specially invited guest violinist Pei Ann Yeoh who is visiting UK from…

Jean-Paul Estiévenart Trumpeter Jean-Paul Estiévenart is a highly sought after trumpeter on the Belgian and European scene and has played in many European ensembles including the European Youth Jazz orchestra.…

Jamaican saxophonist Ray Carless is returns to the Vortex with Windrush Jazz.  Carless started out on his musical journey working with a wide variety of pop jazz reggae funk and…

Joy Ellis is a pianist, singer and composer based in London. Since graduating from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama she has toured all over the world playing jazz.…

Over the years, the Vortex has encouraged and enjoyed many groups which balance wit and joy with subtlety and complexity. Township Comets, the celebration of Dudu Pukwana led by Chris…

Tom Smith is a London based saxophonist and composer. He runs a number of his own bands and has brought his music all round the UK, including two sold out…

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.…

The John Bennett Band is a 15 piece jazz ensemble. The music is structured whilst also allowing for interplay between the musicians. John describes the band as not a “…

  Henry Lowther is one of Britain’s greatest trumpet players, appearing as soloist with numerous jazz and pop artist.  A long-term member of the LJO, he is also writes wonderful…

Janette Mason  – Piano and Synthesizers Chris Morris  – Drums Tom Mason – Bass   Red Alert is pianist Janette Mason’s explosive new trio. A platform for her unique contemporary jazz…

“An exciting band to hear live” John Fordham

Raph Clarkson (trombone, FX) + Chris Williams (sax) will perform a freely improvised set, interacting with the live painting of Aurelie Freoua. The second set will see RESOLUTE preview their forthcoming…

Talinka defies boundaries between styles and genres. It is where folk, early music, jazz and tango merge into simplicity, harmony and warmth.  Talinka creates a new distinctive sound that explores the unique…

Bruno Heinen brings his forward-looking, originals quintet to the Vortex. Described by the Guardian as eclectic, eccentric, and unobtrusively erudite, the group features a stellar line-up of Percy Pursglove, Rachael…

Our monthly residency continues for a big band initiated by bassist Calum Gourlay, known for his great work with Thelonious, an award-winning solo album and more. “I want it to…

This long-awaited memorial celebration of a unique musician will take the form of two concerts where a veritable host of associated musicians will play a selection of some of Phil Miller’s best loved compositions.

The international group The New Exiles return to the Vortex after last year’s sold-out New Year’s gigs. American singer Scott Stroman is joined by Swedish saxophonist Cennet Jönsson and three…

The international group The New Exiles return to the Vortex after last year’s sold-out New Year’s gigs. American singer Scott Stroman is joined by Swedish saxophonist Cennet Jönsson and three…

Usual procrastinators including Piotr, Zac, Ewan Bleach and others… The Procrastinators’ NYE Party is for anyone who wants the fun of NYE without the pressure/had a disappointing NYE and wants…

Always great in these intimate gigs, Britain’s finest jazz vocalist, producer and songsmith, Ian Shaw hosts an exuberant party with a set of appropriately festive songs. Whether it’s his radical…

Estelle Kokot – Piano and Vocals Mick Hutton –  Bass Kate Shortt – Cello and Vocals Gene Calderazzo – Drums  No Abraham No Goliath No chosen man No chosen woman…

Legendary English guitarist John Etheridge brings sensational new vocal star Vimala Rowe to the Vortex for another evening of passion and soul. John will play some of his celebrated solo…

Ray Carless is a talented Jamaican saxophonist whose musical career spans almost 40 years. He started started out on his musical journey working with a wide variety of pop jazz…

One of this country’s liveliest musicians whose credits range as far as Ornette Coleman and beyond celebrates the festive season. Picking from a repertoire that will include Duke Ellington and…

Cleveland Watkiss sings the songs of Gregory Isaacs, Dennis Brown, Delroy Wilson, and more, with an all-star band including Orphy Robinson MBE. Recent concerts by this group sold out, so book early!

Evan Parker ends another year of regular nights at the Vortex as he has been doing for the past 50 years and as he means to go on – with…

Supported by the Dave Holland – Evan Parker Fund   DAY 2 Line up: Orphy Robinson (Vibes, keys, Electronics). Zuri  (keys/piano) Renell Shaw (Bass/Spoken Word) Ricco Komolafe (Bass) Samson Jetta…

Our monthly residency continues for a big band initiated by bassist Calum Gourlay, known for his great work with Thelonious, an award-winning solo album and more. “I want it to…

Presenting a new “Christ-Mess Extravaganza” alongside their successful first album ‘Weapons of Mass Distraction’, this is contemporary big band originals genre swinging into the future of jazz.

Internationally acclaimed singer in the worlds of jazz and cabaret, Barb Jungr is renowned for her unique vocal style, interpretation of well-known songs, and highly skilled approach to re-arranging music.

Another chance to hear this exciting blend of music from twenty horns, featuring jazz, African and Latin grooves, under the leadership of trombone virtuoso Annie Whitehead and supported by the…

Deirdre Cartwright guitar Louise Elliott  saxophone and flute, Alison Rayner  double bass Simon Pearson  drums   Exciting, original contemporary jazz fusion.   “If there is a more complete guitarist in contemporary music than Deirdre Cartwright…

A cosmopolitan line-up of musicians from as far afield as Mexico and South Korea are anchored by the music of bassist Brodie Jarvie.

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.…

The London Jazz Orchestra Vortex Sessions, at 28 years old, is London’s longest jazz residency. Under the direction of Scott Stroman, the band seems to go from strength to strength,…

Award-winning musician Ivo Neame leads a dynamic, imaginative yet playful trio with Andrea di Biase and Jon Scott

Devin Gray – Drums; Dave Ballou​ – Trumpet; Ellery Eskelin​ – Tenor Saxophone; Michael Formanek​ – Bass. Top Downtown New York jazzers come to Dalston: earworm melody, richly implied harmony and a loose-limbed sense of rhythm as something physical and flowing