Vortex Jazz Club
Run by dedicated volunteers, this intimate Dalston spot hosts contemporary jazz, free improv, and open jam sessions.
- Tue – Sat, 19:45 – 23:00; Sun, 15:00 – 23:00
- $$
- 11 Gillett Square
- 4.6 (683 reviews)
Description
Situated at Gillett Square, this non-profit venue divides its live sets across upstairs and downstairs spaces, pairing a slightly larger room with a more intimate one. The line-up extends beyond standard jazz to modern composition and acoustic performances from solo artists and full bands, drawing a knowledgeable crowd into its cosy setting. At the bar, local brews sit alongside familiar drinks.
Upcoming events
Sara Dhillon QuintetSep 24 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonJohn Edwards / Ziv Taubenfeld / Mark SandersSep 29 · 18:45 BSTHackney, LondonXhosa Cole presents FreeMonkSep 29 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonXhosa Cole presents FreeMonk (Residency Day 1)Sep 29 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonXhosa Cole presents FreeMonkSep 30 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonXhosa Cole presents FreeMonk (Residency Day 2)Sep 30 · 19:45 BSTHackney, London
Rick Simpson’s ‘Future Myth’Oct 1 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonLeo Morland QuartetOct 7 · 18:45 BSTHackney, LondonStephen Haynes and KnuckleballOct 8 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonJay Verma — live music at Vortex Jazz ClubOct 9 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonMali Sheard — live music at Vortex Jazz ClubOct 15 · 18:45 BSTHackney, LondonHenry Spencer ‘The Defector’Oct 17 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonSomatiqi: “Ramsey’s Theory” LiveOct 22 · 19:45 BSTHackney, LondonKOPER8: Tom Rainey, Giuseppe Doronzo, Jannis Anastasakis, Ingrid LaubrockOct 26 · 18:45 GMTHackney, LondonShirantha Beddage “Departures” Album ReleaseOct 27 · 18:45 GMTHackney, LondonCraig Taborn / Peter Evans (2 Shows)Oct 28 · 18:30 GMTHackney, London
Craig Taborn / Peter EvansOct 28 · 19:30 GMTHackney, LondonCraig Taborn / Peter Evans (2 Shows)Oct 28 · 20:30 GMTHackney, LondonCraig Taborn / Peter Evans (2 Shows)Oct 28 · 20:30 GMTHackney, LondonCraig Taborn / Peter EvansOct 28 · 21:30 GMTHackney, LondonThe Clore — live music at Vortex Jazz ClubOct 29 · 18:45 GMTHackney, LondonDalston Song Club: Lily Lyons (Downstairs)Nov 13 · 18:45 GMTHackney, LondonLondon Jazz Orchestra Festival SpecialNov 15 · 15:00 GMTHackney, LondonReiss Ellis Beckles presents Blues and The Abstract TruthNov 18 · 19:45 GMTHackney, LondonThe Downstairs Living Presents: Songs of Joni Mitchell with Rebecka Edlund and Immy ChurchillNov 20 · 18:45 GMTHackney, LondonIan Shaw’s New Year’s Eve BashDec 31 · 21:30 GMTHackney, London