A History of Jazz In Four Saxophones

Edinburgh 2026

This unique show sees Mark McKergow talking about and performing more music of the sax giants – on the same model vintage saxophones they played! Discover the saxes and music made famous by Sidney Bechet, Coleman Hawkins, John Coltrane, Gerry Mulligan and more. Mark is once again joined by top Edinburgh musicians for this insightful and entertaining one-hour concert. Mark is one of the most versatile jazz saxophonists in Scotland. He’s played everything from New Orleans to free improvisation, writes for UK Jazz News and performs in two bands.

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A History of Jazz In Four Saxophones is by Mark McKergow Quartet, listed under Music in the Fringe programme. It plays at Scottish Arts Club, 24 Rutland Square, EH1 2BW, 18 August to 26 August.

The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets are £15.