Led by drum Maestro Antonio Fusco, this forward looking group play compositions by each band member. The trio features Babel’s own Bruno Heinen on piano and Danish bass sensation Henrik Jensen. Expect…
The very popular music sessions for parents and little ones (0-5 yr olds). Described as “uplifting and energising” and “such a fun, high quality experience“. These interactive, energetic sessions involve learning songs…
A new unique and exciting improvising wind ensemble, whose combined musical experience covers many genres, including South African and contemporary jazz, contemporary classical, composing for art installations, 18 century English rural…
Danish guitarist, composer and bandleader, Kristian Borring, has been described as a “guitarist of enormous technical ability who utilizes his considerable gifts thoughtfully and tastefully, a highly accomplished guitarist and…
Known for its wild, totally free evenings of challenging and up-lifting improvisations which have consistently united a cross cultural and cross generational posse of players, Freedom will continue to pursue…
Excitement from the Chicago scene. Mike Reed, drums and TOMEKA REID on cello will now be joined by Alexander Hawkins (piano).
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…
This open and forward looking trio play originals by Bruno and Mark alongside Monk and Ellington. Come down for this gritty, late hang… Bruno Heinen – Piano Mark Lewandowski –…
Chris Batchelor – trumpet Liam Noble – piano James Allsopp – baritone sax Paul Clarvis – drums Pigfoot established themselves as innovative interpreters of classic New Orleans jazz with their…
Expect an evening of traditional Manouche and Romani Gypsy music, early jazz and bebop, original music and Django classics, at the hands of the Kamao Quartet.
Launch of the new album El Barranco by Tori Freestone’s Trio. Tori Freestone is a saxophonist, flautist and violinist who has been performing at the forefront of the British improvised…
Welcome visit of the South African drum master and his superb band. Moholo-Moholo is one of the most significant drummers in the music, having powered such seminal groups such…
A two part programme in which saxophone and sonic innovator Evan Parker invites Sam Bailey for a piano solo set; and Matt Wright (computer and turntable) and bassist and live electronics…
An evening of young award winners. Saxophonist and recorder player, Tom Ridout (Richard Turner Jazz Fund winner) is playing this evening with a band featuring Alex Ridout, his trumpeter sister…
Phil Stevenson (guitar), Arthur Lea (organ), Pat Levett (drums). Original compositions which blend New Orleans music with joyful West African guitar sounds, desert blues, boogaloo and plenty of improv. Phil…
Fofoula are Batch Gueye – vocals/dance , Tom Challenger – sax/keys , Phil Stevenson – guitar , Johnny Brierley – bass , Kaw Secka – sabar/talking drum , Dave Smith – drums “African drumming,…
The 25 year old London-based pianist and composer Angus Bayley may have studied to be a scientist however, he was never far from making music and has been an active…
The leader of our Sunday sessions moves upstairs to show off his original musical skills as a composer and arranger of music away from the standards repertoire Featuring Tim Thornton…
The effect that ‘Notes From Underground’ want to have on their listeners is immediate, direct, and accessible in the best sense. They want their music to grab your ears and your body and not let go until you’ve been variously pulverised, pummelled, or pleasured into submission.
Saturday afternoon live music in Gillett Square. With local up and coming bands. African, funk, soul Working together with Kaffa Coffee. Dedicated to Retro Dom. The party continues afterwards with…
This is a fun and inclusive introduction to learning the basics of jazz improvisation. You do not need to be able to read music to attend – as long as…
Martin Speake alto saxophone Faith Brackenbury violin/vocals Rob Luft guitar Will Glaser drums/percussion ‘A newly formed project that is a pared-down version of my previous 7 piece group Fever Pitch. This was…
The Vortex is closed for 2 days, while we restore and improve our piano. Our crowdfunding worked! So we are now able to get the work done as planned. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-restore-the-vortex-jazz-clubs-steinway https://youtu.be/clPaJFYZlM0…
The Vortex is closed for 2 days, while we restore and improve our piano. Our crowdfunding worked! So we are now able to get the work done as planned. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-restore-the-vortex-jazz-clubs-steinway https://youtu.be/clPaJFYZlM0…
A new taste is coming to Dalston and the Vortex Jazz Club. From Mon 22 to Tue 23 August we are delighted to be hosting the new pop-up kitchen ‘Pesky’s’,…
A new taste is coming to Dalston and the Vortex Jazz Club. From Mon 22 to Tue 23 August we are delighted to be hosting the new pop-up kitchen ‘Pesky’s’,…
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Fete Quaqua is the 3 day festival out of our monthly Mopomoso sessions. Curated by John Russell, expect extraordinary sets from a group of like-minded musicians
Canadian singer Mallory Chipman makes her London debut. “An old school jazz chanteuse with a new school attitude.”– GigCity.ca Mallory Chipman – voice Brett Hansen – guitar Murray Wood –…
In the 1960 Rome Olympics, the world was introduced to one Cassius Clay: an 18 year-old boxer with the charisma to win over the crowds, and the talent to win…
This gig is now CANCELLED
This special birthday double-bill features both the pianist Tom Hewson and his trio (Calum Gourlay and Tim Giles), and singer/composer Fini Bearman together with her quintet (Matt Robinson, Nick Costley-White,…
The London Jazz Jam session is hosted every Sunday in the Vortex Downstairs Bar by guitarist Hannes Riepler and features his house band which varies from time to time. Followed…
Julian Ferraretto (violin) with Robert Mitchell on piano, Andy Hamill on bass and Justin Woodward on drums. Violinist Julian Ferraretto has been in demand as a soloist and ensemble player both in…
Vocalist Esther Bennett does her annual birthday gig at the Vortex. Standards, originals and fun!
“This guy is good! Like Artie Shaw before him he’s taken a traditional idiom through a new perspective. If you have an enquiring taste in music try this!”
Have you experienced the joys of Urban Equitorial Funk? First class exponents of the Soukous style of music, Kasai Masai aren’t known for doing things by halves. Based in London,…
This Summer, 10 inspirational athletes will grace the greatest stage of all. For the first time, the Rio Olympics includes a Refugee Olympic Athletes (ROA) team – a powerful reminder…
Javier Carmona, when in London, was one of the great motivators of the improvised scene. He is now, though, mainly to be heard in Barcelona. The chance for him to…
Known for its wild, totally free evenings of challenging and up-lifting improvisations which have consistently united a cross cultural and cross generational posse of players, Freedom will continue to pursue…
Led by guitarist Hannes Riepler, our Sunday sessions regularly include some of the best musicians in London. You never quite know who will appear. It could be Chris Cheek, it could be Zhenya Strigalev, it could be Pete Wareham. Come along to find out who it might be!
Due to visa problems, this gig has been cancelled. Check web site for replacement.
Sorry! One of the rare occasions when there is a special private party. The club can be rented for special events. Call 020 72544097 or email: vortexjazzinfo@gmail.com
Alice Zawadzki will be back soon! Have no fear. Apologies to one and all…..
Launching their new album. ‘The Hidden Notes’ offers a window into a new and unique sound world. It is a celebration of the saxophone and all the beautiful colours that…
Elliot Galvin Trio launch their new album – ‘focussed, playful new jazz ****’ (Guardian, 29/07/2016)
Led by guitarist Hannes Riepler, our Sunday sessions regularly include some of the best musicians in London. You never quite know who will appear. It could be Chris Cheek, it…
John Escreet, one of the great young pianists in New York (and a leading UK ‘export’), performs with influential improviser Evan Parker. ‘Lean, purposeful improv ****’ (Guardian) While John and his…
Special screening of new Chet Baker biopic starring Ethan Hawke. Including live music and special q&a with director Robert Budreau.
Sax led quartet with the master drummer Robert Castelli