Richard Smith

Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 pm UTC+00:00

Southwell Library, the Bramley Centre, King St, Southwell | Southwell

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Doors 7pm for 7.30pm start. Finishes by 10pm. Bar available.
One of the world's best fingerpicking guitarists comes to Southwell in November! He's played unforgettable gigs here before and you won't want to miss this.
He's a British fingerstyle guitarist, renowned for his variety of styles and techniques, entertaining performances and engaging charisma. Born in 1971 in Kent, his musical journey began at age 5.
Inspired by iconic guitarists like Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Jerry Reed, Django Reinhardt and Joe Pass, his style blends country, jazz, classical and ragtime influences. In his very early years, he received mentorship from guitar greats, laying the foundation for his future success.
"Simultaneously refined and rocking"
UK Jazz News
​​"He immediately set the audience to smiling and foot tapping"
Elmore Magazine
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