A Dalston Welcome…
Dalston says “Welcome”. A social event – for us all – but especially for refugees and newly arrived folk. Hosted by – HCD Gillett Squared Vortex Jazz Club Vortex Foundation…
Sat 28 November 2015
Fri 27 November 2015
Norma Winstone joins forces with Liam Noble and Mark Lockheart
Norma Winstone Norma Winstone was born in London and first attracted attention in the late sixties when she shared the bill at Ronnie Scott’s club with Roland Kirk. Although she…
Thu 26 November 2015
London Klezmer Quartet
We are delighted to welcome back the London Klezmer Quartet.These 4 extraordinary musicians delve into the celebratory and soulful Jewish music of eastern Europe, bringing you the subtleties of the…
Tots Tunes
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…
Wed 25 November 2015
Zone K
Jan Kopinski’s Pinski Zoo has been since the 80s one of the important iconic bands on the scene, a link between the prog scene of the 70s and the young…
Tue 24 November 2015
More meetings with Remarkable Saxophonists. Eddie Prevost meets Jason Yarde
Eddie Prevost, doyen of drummers, founder of AMM and improviser par excellence, returns with another series of meetings with remarkable saxophonists. Tonight: Jason Yarde, John Edwards, Eddie Prevost
Mon 23 November 2015
Gilad Hekselman Trio
Joe Martin (bass) Kush Abadey (drums) Gilad Hekselman (guitar) Gilad Hekselman is one of the most talented and well respected guitar players in the world today. Gilad first gained recognition…
Sun 22 November 2015
Vortex Downstairs Sunday Sessions
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.
Thelonious
Hans Koller (valve trombone), Martin Speake (alto saxophone), Calum Gourlay (bass), Dave Dyson (drums) Taking inspiration from the Steve Lacy/Roswell Rudd School Days band from the early 1960s, Thelonious explore the entire Monk repertoire…
Sat 21 November 2015
Late night Loop – Simmons/De Rose/Crowley, BABs
Rory Simmons(trumpet), Dave De Rose (drums), George Crowley (sax) Big beats, free improv and modular synths BABs – Alex Bonney (trumpet)/ James Allsopp (reeds) /Olie Brice (bass) Ambient drones, electronica…
Perfect Houseplants
An adventurous and accessible jazz group, formed by four of the most distinctive jazz musicians and composers in the UK. Mark Lockheart – soprano & tenor saxophones Huw Warren –…
Magic Box and Sara Mitra presents…A Magical Musical Story Box
Live music/kids’ theatre event for the young and young-at-heart, with fun interactive elements. A brand new family-friendly collaboration between jazz singer Sara Mitra and childrens’ drama professional Lottie Allen. Showcasing the sounds…
Fri 20 November 2015
THE IMMERSION PROJECT
The Immersion Project is lead by London based Jazz singer and MD Cassandra Gurling. Cassandra mixes electronic progressive melodies, rootsy bass lines, soulful haunting jazz vocals and ethnic rhythms. …
Late Night Loop – Fofoulah & Nicholls/Sharkey
The Loop Collective takes over to see us into the early hours. Fofoulah Batch Gueye – vocals/dance Tom Challenger – sax/keys Phil Stevenson – guitar Johnny Brierley – bass Kaw…
Emilia Martensson + all star guests (who double as friends)
For this special show, Emilia has assembled a starry line-up, including musicians known for their work with John Newman, London Vocal Project, Cinematic Orchestra, Snowpoet and more. Emilia Mårtensson is…
Liane Carroll- CANCELLED
This concert is now CANCELLED. Replacement appearing soon.
Thu 19 November 2015
Bilbo Trio – Bruno Heinen, Antonio Fusco and Henrik Jensen. With special guest Rachael Cohen
Trio of Bruno Heinen, Antonio Fusco, Henrik Jensen. With special guest saxophonist Rachael Cohen. Ahead of a release on Babel in 2016. A special one-off Downstairs. You can come here,…
Tots Tunes
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…
Wed 18 November 2015
Berlin meets Berlin meets Cologne meets London: Double Trouble and Landfermann/Downes
Double Trouble: Peter Ehwald (sax), Robert Landfermann (bass), Andreas Lang (bass), Jonas Burgwinkel (drums) Berlin-based Peter Ehwald fuses the approach of London, where he lived and studied, allowing the creation of the Paragon Trio, with the underground pulse of Berlin. The power and…
Blow The Fuse present: Laka Daisical and the Pushups
Laka D singer, piano player, composer, choir arranger and director whose soulful voice was featured with The Guest Stars and Emma Peel Fan Club. This gig will draw on personal…
Tue 17 November 2015
Jazz and Poetry – Bobby Parker/ Roddy Lumsden/ Anouche Sherman/ Valeria Vescina/Riccardo Chiaberta/ Andrea di Biase/ Michele Caiati
Nicki Heinen curates a special night for the London Jazz Festival where jazz musicians and poets both work to give a special atmosphere. Bobby Parker, Roddy Lumsden, Anouche Sherman, Valeria…
Match and Fuse Ignite Series – Water Boogie System, Blue Eyed Hawk, Magnus Loom
Match&Fuse present bold new music from the cutting-edge of numerous contemporary music scenes across Europe. Since 2011 M&F have championed the work of hundreds of UK and European artists and produced…
Mon 16 November 2015
Amok Amor feat. Peter Evans; Dice Factory
A must see gig. Four geniuses run amok. Amok Amor is a new quartet whose music ranges from the gentle to the urgent. It is led by Petter Eldh, bass…
Chris Dowding duo
‘Some Things’ Some Things are a brass duo from Norwich. They explore a range of original and other material as the basis for improvisation. Their instruments include trumpets, flugelhorns and…
Sun 15 November 2015
Vortex Downstairs Sunday Sessions
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.
Hannes Riepler – Electric Biddle ft Julien Lourau
An album launch for this band, bringing together French saxophone star Julien Lourau, drummer and vibes virtuoso Jim Hart, keyboard and sound wizard Dave Maric and guitarist Hannes Riepler.
Mopomoso
Line Up MOLIMO – Spain Chefa Alonso (sax/perc) Barbara Meyer (cello) Cova Villages (voice) This excellent all woman trio return to Mopomoso after three years to promote their new CD.…
Sat 14 November 2015
Warriors International presents Freedom
EFG London Jazz Festival special The Vortex’s ‘loft’ groove jam night, curated by Orphy Robinson and Cleveland Watkiss, moves to a late night slot. Known for its wild, totally free evenings of challenging and up-lifting improvisations which…
Annie Whitehead’s Rude 2.0
Busy and ever-enjoyable jazz, ska and session trombonist Whitehead’s best known for her engaging mix of African grooves, blues, ska and Ellingtonian expressionism. Here though, she reawakens her brilliantly freewheeling…
Bruno Heinen/Kristian Borring – Postcard to Bill Evans
The collaboration based around the piano-guitar duo of Heinen and Borring has now spawned a new album on Babel as well as more and more music! A great way to…
Magic Box and Sara Mitra presents…A Magical Musical Story Box
Live music/kids’ theatre event for the young and young-at-heart, with fun interactive elements. A brand new family-friendly collaboration between jazz singer Sara Mitra and childrens’ drama professional Lottie Allen. Showcasing the sounds…
Fri 13 November 2015
Late night! South African Jazz Jam
To open our late night season at the London Jazz Festival, we’re delighted to give a chance for musicians to get going with a South African Jam led by Adam…
Jellymould night: Sam Leak’s Aquarium/Kristian Borring
Aquarium is led by pianist and composer Sam Leak, described by Jazz FM as ‘one of the brightest young stars in the jazz piano galaxy, a heavenly improviser and a…
Thu 12 November 2015
Stroman/Jonsson/Mick + Royal Academy of Music Junior Band
This recently formed international jazz-trio featuring American singer, Scott Stroman, Swedish saxophonist Cennet Jonsson and English pianist Alcyona Mick, is presenting tonight a mix of original compositions and jazz standards. Melodic music with an…
‘Music in your Eyes’
An exhibition by London Artist Nadjib Le Fleurier The material for this new exhibition taken from the body of work I did around music over the years, focuses on the…
Tots Tunes
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…
Wed 11 November 2015
Matthew Bourne, Steve Davis, Dave Kane
Launching their new album Mandalas in the Sky released on Babel Label 13 November 2015. Mandalas In The Sky is a trip to the furthest reaches of musical communion and…
Tue 10 November 2015
More Meetings with Remarkable Saxophonists. Eddie Prevost meets Rachel Musson, Sue Lynch
Eddie Prevost, doyen of drummers, founder of AMM and improviser par excellence, returns with another series of meetings with remarkable saxophonists. Tonight: Rachel Musson (alto saxophone), Sue Lynch (tenor saxophone),…
Mon 09 November 2015
Warriors International present: Freedom
Known for its wild, totally free, challenging and up-lifting improvisations, our monthly ‘loft’ groove night is ably curated by Orphy Robinson and Cleveland Watkiss.
Sun 08 November 2015
Vortex Downstairs Sunday Sessions
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.
Roland Ramanan, Roberto Sassi, Rachel Musson, Andrew Lisle – ‘Almost Vole’
Roland Ramanan – trumpet Rachel Musson – saxophone Roberto Sassi – electric guitar and electronics Andrew Lisle – drums This new quartet of some the best improvising musicians in London…
Sat 07 November 2015
Julian Argüelles Tetra
Julian Argüelles Tetra UK Tour Promoting the launch of their first album “Tetra” out on Whirlwind Recordings October 16th, this is the final date in a series of ten UK…
Fri 06 November 2015
Guitar Journey + Little Oriole
Guitar Journey + Little Oriole Tonight’s concert shows the multi-sided talents of Jonny Phillips, an exceptional guitarist, infused with the sound of the Mediterranean and South America. His band…
Thu 05 November 2015
Louis Moholo-Moholo’s Free Organisation
Louis Moholo-Moholo – drums, Rachel Musson – saxes, Pat Thomas – piano, Nick Stephens – bass. Welcome return of the legendary South African drummer, this time with a new quartet. …
Tots Tunes
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…
Wed 04 November 2015
Barrel and Pat Thomas
Pat Thomas (piano / electronics) Since 1979, Thomas has been performing seriously as an improviser.Thomas has played with Derek Bailey in Company Week, with the trio AND, with Tony Oxley’s Quartet…
Tue 03 November 2015
Keith Tippett – Two night residency. “Pieces & Improvisations” Day 2
KEITH TIPPETT OCTET.. ” The Pianist/ Composer Keith Tippett is a pioneer of the prepared piano in Improv…..he sounds unlike any other pianist alive”..BBC REVIEW….Two evenings of music,both improvised and…
Mon 02 November 2015
Keith Tippett – Two night residency. “Pieces & Improvisations”
KEITH TIPPETT OCTET.. ” The Pianist/ Composer Keith Tippett is a pioneer of the prepared piano in Improv…..he sounds unlike any other pianist alive”..BBC REVIEW….Two evenings of music,both improvised and…
Sun 01 November 2015
Vortex Downstairs Sunday Sessions
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.