Gard Nilssen Acoustic Unity

Date: Thursday 10 September 2026 · 20:45
Venue: 11 Gillett Square
City: N16 8Az

Meet the artist

Gard Nilssen Acoustic Unity

Norwegian drummer Gard Nilssen leads this chordless trio, which operates with a lean, high energy instrumental palette of drums, saxophone and double bass. The group’s sound draws on free bop drive and elastic rhythmic interplay, balancing tightly coiled themes with open, exploratory solo sections. The ensemble has released a string of albums including Firehouse (2015), Live In Europe (2017), To Whom Who Buys a Record (2019),…

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Gard Nilssen Acoustic Unity brings a unique, genre-bending sound to the stage, featuring the talents of Norwegian drummer Gard Nilssen and his collaborators. Expect an immersive and unpredictable live experience, blending jazz with other influences in a totally open-minded musical setting.

The venue

11 Gillett Square

Located in N16 8Az, 11 Gillett Square is a live-jazz venue hosting a diverse range of performances, from established ensembles like the London Jazz Orchestra to emerging artists such as Rachael Cohen and Zoe Rahman. Expect a lively atmosphere with regular jam sessions and album launches.

Vortex Jazz Club, 11, Gillett Square, De Beauvoir Town, Dalston, London Borough of Hackney, Greater London, England, N16 8AZ, United Kingdom

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