Martin Taylor
Standards UK Tour 2026
Flourish. Fingerstyle. Modern-day great plays timeless standards.
The virtuoso of fingerstyle jazz returns with a celebration of timeless standards.
Multi-award-winning guitarist Martin Taylor MBE is internationally renowned for his warm stage presence, dazzling fingerstyle technique, and unforgettable interpretations. Martin’s enjoyed a remarkable career spanning six decades. It includes collaborations with Stéphane Grappelli, Tommy Emmanuel, Chet Atkins, and many of the world’s greatest jazz musicians.
In 2026, he returns to the stage with his brand-new solo show ‘Standards.’ Plus an album of the same name, releasing on The Guitar Label this Spring. It celebrates the golden age of jazz through fresh and evocative arrangements of classic tunes from the Great American Songbook. Expect an evening of breathtaking musicianship, rich harmonies, and stories that transport you behind the music—from smoky jazz clubs to concert halls around the world.
Whether you’re a long-time jazz lover or discovering Martin’s music for the first time, ‘Standards’ promises an intimate, uplifting concert experience from one of the true greats of our time.
Need to know
Venue: Sage Two (Theatre Layout)
Price: £27.30
Stage Times: Announced nearer showtime.
Age: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
What they say
‘The best guitarist in the world’
– Jeff Beck
‘One of the most awesome solo guitar players in history.’
– Pat Metheny