Cellist Matthew Barley presents his acclaimed Light Stories, a multimedia performance that shares a personal narrative through sound and visuals.

Inspired by the classic storytelling structure of Voyage and Return, Barley has divided his own life experiences into 15 chapters, each represented by a piece of music. Some are drawn from his existing repertoire, while others were newly composed for this project.

Barley's musical palette encompasses multi-tracked cellos, synthesizers, percussion, and a collection of Brazilian bird-call pipes, creating a rich, textural soundscape. Accompanying the music is video design by Yeast Culture, featuring dancer Mavin Khoo, which adds a human element to the nature-inspired imagery.

This performance offers a glimpse into Barley's journey, blending his musical talents with visual storytelling. To learn more about Matthew Barley's Light Stories, or to book your Leeds tickets, check out the official Howard Assembly Room event page here.