Shirley Smart Sextet

Shirley Smart

Jazz

Date: Friday 16 October 2026 · 19:45
Venue: 11 Gillett Square
City: N16 8Az

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Shirley Smart

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Shirley Smart’s Sextet brings a unique blend of jazz and international influences to the stage, drawing on her 10 years living in Jerusalem and working with artists from the Middle East and North Africa. Expect vibrant melodies, grooves, and lively improvisation from this dynamic group, featuring some of the UK’s leading lights in world-influenced jazz, with Shirley Smart showcasing her cello’s versatility as bassist, lead, and soloist.

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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