Julian Lage live in Melbourne

Experience Julian Lage live on September 14th

Julian Lage will perform at the Melbourne Recital Centre on September 14, 2026. Lage is an American guitarist and composer noted for his distinctive approach to jazz improvisation, blending elements of traditional jazz with influences from folk, classical, and Americana. His playing is characterized by harmonic sophistication, melodic inventiveness, and a remarkable technical facility, often described as both virtuosic and deeply expressive. He began performing publicly at a young age, notably appearing on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno at age 13 alongside Gary Burton.

The Melbourne Recital Centre, opened in 2009, is a premier performance venue dedicated to music. It’s designed specifically for acoustic performance and hosts a diverse range of musical genres including classical, jazz, contemporary and world music. The Centre comprises three main performance spaces: the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall – its largest venue known for its exceptional acoustics – the Salon, a more intimate space suited to chamber music and recitals; and the Primrose Potter Salon which offers flexible configurations. The building itself incorporates sustainable design principles and aims to provide an optimal experience for both performers and audiences.