Acclaimed guitarist and two-time SAMA nominee James Grace makes a welcome return to the Alexander Bar with his award-winning production Around the World in 60 minutes. Following on from his sold-out Guitar Hero shows last year, Around the World in 60 Minutes explores the variety of styles in which the guitar is featured. From classical to flamenco, acoustic to blues and jazz, Grace takes the listener on a global music journey and demonstrates the fingerboard prowess which recently let him to be described by local media as a ‘South African icon’.

Audience Responses

Loved the intimate venue; and the guitar concert; and the Irish Coffees after

Loved the intimate venue; and the guitar concert; and the Irish Coffees after. And the friendly helpful welcomer at the door.

James created an intimate rapport with his audience. He showed us his prodigious technique an innate musicality. Perhaps his choice of pieces was a little too personal; would have liked a Spanish, flamencoish piece, and something, say, Japanese - they're also part of the world!

Excellent programme and very enjoyable

Very enjoyable hour and warm convivial pub in the hour before the show

5 stars - thanks for a wonderful evening. James is my best, and a drink downstairs beforehand in your great atmosphere set the tone. Also, one of the members of our group dropped her pashmina on her way upstairs for the show, and our waitron had it ready waiting for her as we left. I look forward to more drinks and shows!

Our first visit: we loved the ambience. What a brilliant musician. I enjoyed his commentary on the different styles of music, along with the various techniques and explanations. Liz

Brilliant performance! Look forward to hearing more of James at the Alexander bar!

I really enjoyed it, and could have listened to him for 120 minutes. Appreciated the introductory comments. Not too long or too technical, but interesting. Thank you!

James is an absolute maestro on the guitar!!

Lovely concert: right time and length of time for an old fogey. He has a charm that is wonderful . Great performer. But eish the heat in the venue!

We thought it was wonderful. Such a talented musician and so informative. Also, very charming personality. Loved the venue. Hope you have him back again.