Sun Ra Arkestra is a jazz ensemble led by Marshall Allen. The group was founded in 1952 by the late Sun Ra, a pioneering jazz musician and composer. The Arkestra has been active for over 70 years and has released numerous albums, including several on the Evidence label. The group has performed at major venues and festivals around the world, including the Montreux Jazz Festival, the Newport Jazz Festival, and the Berlin Jazz Festival. The Arkestra has also performed at the White House, the Kennedy Center, and the Lincoln Center.