📅 Tuesday 20th October 2026 📍 Howard Assembly Room, Leeds LS1 6NU 🎟️ Standard: £25, Under 30s: £10 (£1.50 fee would be applied on booking) ⏰ Doors Open: 7pm ⏰ Start time 7.45pm Experience an extraordinary evening with the Arun Ramamurthy Trio, an internationally acclaimed ensemble whose music seamlessly weaves the rich traditions of South Indian Carnatic music with the improvisational spirit of contemporary jazz. Led by acclaimed violinist Arun Ramamurthy, the trio creates an immersive musical conversation where timeless ragas are reimagined through expressive melodies, intricate improvisation and compelling rhythmic interplay. Arun Ramamurthy Trio (ART) brings a fresh approach to age-old South Indian Carnatic music. Boundaries are blurred in this organic and seamless integration of styles as the group expands on traditional forms in explosive, improvisational flights of fancy. The trio freely explores the kindred spirit of Raga music and Jazz, resulting in a deeply invigorating and spiritual listening experience. ART’s collaborative sound is driven by the propulsive rhythm section of drummer Sameer Gupta & and electric bassist Damon Banks. Rooted in years of artistic collaboration, each performance is unique—unfolding with spontaneity, trust and a deep sense of connection. Inspired by their celebrated album New Moon, the trio’s music reflects on ancestry, identity and the passing of knowledge across generations. The result is a sound that is both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly contemporary. Having performed at renowned venues including Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Bimhuis (Amsterdam) and the Northampton Jazz Festival, the Arun Ramamurthy Trio has captivated audiences worldwide with performances that are intimate, adventurous and unforgettable. Whether you’re a devotee of Indian classical music, a jazz enthusiast, or simply looking to discover something new, this concert promises an inspiring evening of world-class musicianship and creative musical dialogue. Make an Evening of It Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, the Howard Assembly Room provides the perfect setting for an evening out. Enjoy dinner at one of the nearby independent restaurants, explore the city’s beautiful Victorian arcades, or browse the surrounding cultural attractions before the performance. Just a short walk from Leeds Station, the venue is easily accessible for audiences travelling from across the region and beyond. Photo credit: Kevin Allen IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HOWARD ASSEMBLY ROOM

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