Biggar Django Festival 2026 Saturday Evening Concert Ticket

FOR THE LOVE OF GEORGE – ROBIN NOLAN TRIO

A celebration of the music of George Harrison and The Beatles

If you love the music of George Harrison and The Beatles, this is a show not to be missed.

Internationally acclaimed gypsy jazz guitarist Robin Nolan brings his acclaimed For The Love of George project to the stage, following the release of the album on George Harrison’s own Dark Horse Records.

Inspired by Harrison’s timeless songwriting, spirit of musical exploration and love of Django, the show reimagines Beatles and Harrison classics through Robin’s distinctive gypsy jazz style – combining dazzling guitar playing, infectious swing and unforgettable melodies.

Robin’s connection to George Harrison runs deep. The project was recorded at Friar Park, Harrison’s home, using three of George’s most famous guitars and created with the support of the Harrison family. What began as a unique recording project has become a captivating live show that has delighted sell out audiences across the UK.

Joining Robin are outstanding musicians Chris Quinn and John Wheatcroft, creating a trio renowned for its chemistry, virtuosity and exhilarating live performances.

Whether you’re a lifelong Beatles fan, a Django Reinhardt enthusiast, or simply someone who loves exceptional live music, For The Love of George offers a fresh and inspiring take on some of the most beloved songs ever written.

Expect world-class musicianship, soaring melodies, and a truly memorable evening of live music. 

 “A fresh and heartfelt celebration of George Harrison’s music, brought to life by one of the world’s leading guitarists.”

BIGGAR DJANGO FESTIVAL SATURDAY, 20 JUNE 2026
Biggar Django Festival is a weekend for musicians, music-lovers, and friends of the Django tradition to come together. Three days of live sets, workshops, film, dance, and jam sessions – all in the spirit of sharing, learning, and celebrating Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz. Whether you play, dance, or simply listen, this is a festival built by and for the community.

HEADLINE ACT ROBIN NOLAN TRIO 
7:30 pm LOCAL ARTISTS TOM ANDERSON, MAGGIE MCGEARY & SPECIAL GUESTS
8:30 pm ROBIN NOLAN TRIO play For the Love of George 

WHAT ELSE IS ON SATURDAY? IT'S ALL FREE!

12 – 1 pm FREE FILM Django Legacy* Open to all

Directed and produced by John Jeremy for Jazzology Productions, this 1991 UK documentary (52 mins) offers a vivid portrait of Django Reinhardt’s lasting influence. Filmed across France, Holland and the UK, it brings together leading musicians, rare archival footage and narration by Sacha Distel to create a compelling tribute to Django’s life and music. This special festival screening is taken from John’s own high‑quality archival master, digitised in 2021 from the National Film and Television Archive – a significant step up from the VHS‑sourced versions found online. Presented with the director’s arrangement, a portion of the licence fee supports the charity Family Friends Travellers.
Venue: Biggar Corn Exchange, 126 High St, Biggar, ML12 6DL 

2 – 4 pm FREE WORKSHOP DANCE Swing & Lindy Hop Open to all  Book your place here
Join Cathy Harrison & Michael Joyce from Vintage Tap & Swing to learn some fun Lindy Hop moves and classic Swing Era styles. No experience? No problem – we’ll get you started and ready to take to the floor at Sunday’s live band social dance. Wear comfortable clothing, smooth-soled shoes and bring water. No need to come with a partner. Prepare to laugh and let your feet be happy!

Venue: The Gillespie Centre, 74 High St, Biggar ML12 6BJ .

2 – 5 pm FREE DJANGO JAM SESSION Open to all
Everyone’s welcome at The Crown for an easy-going Django‑inspired jam. Bring your instrument or just come along to enjoy the music, the company, and some fine whisky as players gather for a relaxed afternoon celebrating Django’s legacy.

Venue: The Crown Inn, 109-111 High St, Biggar ML12 6DL

2:30 – 3.30 pm FREE WORKSHOP GUITAR Le Pompe in Traditional Music*
Led by guitarist Jim MacKay – a key figure in Scotland’s Gypsy Jazz and traditional music scenes, and organiser of Glasgow’s longest‑running Gypsy Jazz session at Babbity Bowster – this session shows how the driving strum and percussive feel of La Pompe can be adapted to Scottish and Irish traditional music. Jim’s experience spans Gypsy Jazz, Rock and Trad, with current projects including Celtic Django Project, Chardon Bleu, Bloom, Ardoch Ceilidh Band and more, bringing a wealth of real‑world ensemble knowledge to the room. Working alongside fiddle player Martin Macleod, Jim will share essential strumming techniques, rhythmic feel, chord shapes and stylistic variations. You’ll apply these ideas to Marches, Strathspeys and Reels, and learn how to adapt accompaniment confidently in group or session settings.

Venue: Arcadia Music Cafe, 1a Howieson Square (off High St), Biggar, ML12 6DP 


FREE LATE NIGHT JAM SESSION Open to all
Everyone is welcome! Following our headline performance by Robin Nolan Trio, the music continues with an informal jam session. Stay on to take part in – or simply enjoy –  spontaneous collaborations and improvisation between local and visiting musicians in a relaxed, late-night setting.

Venue: Biggar Corn Exchange, 126 High St, Biggar, ML12 6DL

* FREE. Limited places available – first come, first served. Remember to add when purchasing your ticket!