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Lucid Duo blends the emotional depth of classical music with a bold crossover vision, delivering electrifying marimba performances that transcend genres and captivate audiences worldwide. Known for their high-energy stage presence and unique sonic landscapes, Irena and Tomasz’s musical journey has taken them across Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Croatia, Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, Japan, Taiwan, and Mexico—from grand concert halls to cutting-edge music festivals. Their music, composed entirely by Tomasz, explores the intersection of neoclassical, cinematic, and electronic influences, creating immersive sonic experiences that resonate beyond traditional concert settings.

As winners of the Universal Marimba Competition—held under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Paola of Belgium—Irena and Tomasz have gained international recognition, showcasing their mesmerizing virtuosity in renowned venues such as the Shanghai Oriental Arts Center, National Concert Hall Taipei, Izumi Hall Osaka, Auditorio de Tenerife, National Olympic Memorial Hall Tokyo, Stadsschouwburg Leuven, and Bulgaria Hall, among many others.

Their visionary performances at major festivals—including the Festival Internacional de Marimbistas (Mexico), Midis-Minimes Festival (Belgium), Sofia Music Weeks (Bulgaria), and Kultursommer Wien—have captivated audiences and left a lasting impact.

Formed in 2011 during their studies at the pioneering Marimba Master’s Program at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp, Lucid Duo embodies a shared passion for pushing the marimba’s artistic possibilities. Tomasz, an acclaimed composer, continuously expands the instrument’s repertoire—from intricate duo works to expansive concertos for marimba and orchestra.

Beyond the stage, Lucid Duo is deeply committed to inspiring the next generation of musicians. They have given masterclasses and lectures at leading institutions such as the Taipei National University of Arts, Osaka College of Music, SOAI University Osaka, Toho Gakuen School of Music, Kunitachi College of Music (Tokyo), University of Sciences and Arts Chiapas (Mexico), and University of Debrecen (Hungary). They also teach regularly at international marimba academies across Europe and Asia and serve as jury members for prestigious competitions, including the Japan Percussion Association’s Competition.

Their artistic excellence has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Start-Stipendium from the Federal Chancellery of Austria, given to outstanding emerging artists. This recognition led them to further their specialization with the legendary Keiko Abe—the primary figure in the development of the five-octave marimba—in Tokyo.

Now based in Vienna, Lucid Duo is proudly endorsed by Yamaha and Innovative Percussion USA. With a distinctive musical voice and an ever-evolving artistic vision, Irena and Tomasz continue to redefine the marimba’s role on the global stage, making them one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking marimba duos of today.