Nathan Bowles Trio live in Manchester

Experience Nathan Bowles Trio live on October 2nd

Nathan Bowles Trio will perform at Aviva Studios in Manchester, United Kingdom on October 2nd, 2026. The trio’s music blends elements of contemporary jazz, improvisation, and experimental soundscapes, often incorporating Bowles’ distinctive banjo playing alongside piano and drums. Their compositions frequently explore textural nuance and rhythmic complexity, drawing influences from American folk traditions and avant-garde approaches to music making.

Aviva Studios opened in October 2023 as part of Factory International, a landmark cultural organisation dedicated to commissioning and presenting innovative work across art forms. The building itself is a significant architectural undertaking, designed by Rem Koolhaas’ Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA). It is located on the former site of the Granada Studios, historically a major television production hub responsible for iconic British programmes such as *Coronation Street* and *University Challenge*.

Aviva Studios features a large-scale adaptable theatre space – the Hall – alongside smaller spaces for performance, exhibitions and creative development. The venue aims to be a flexible platform supporting artists working across theatre, music, visual arts, dance and digital media. It represents a substantial investment in arts infrastructure for the city of Manchester and the wider region.