Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp
Founded in 2006, the band has released 5 albums on the highly influential Bongo Joe Records and has played the European festival circuit for years. The name is an homage to some of the classic Congolese groups (Orchestre Tout Puissant Konono n°1, Orchestre Tout Puissant Polyrytmo, TPOK Jazz) and to one of the greatest provocateurs of 20th century art, the renowned French artist Marcel Duchamp, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the Dada movement and conceptual art.
Their live performances are mesmerizing affairs with an almost ritualistic slant and arrangements so tight they seem to re-organize chaos itself.
Their first Hudson Valley appearance two years ago was a revelation, and we are thrilled to introduce this band to a wider audience at Opus 40!
