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Amorphous Resonance
Before the concert begins, take a moment to explore the foyer. Members of the Vox Chamber Choir have placed personal glass objects on display, each carrying a quiet story of memory, love, and life. From ancestral farm finds to wedding-day keepsakes, these ordinary objects hold extraordinary meaning. Walk among them, read their stories, and arrive at the music already moved.

John Robbertse
May 911 min read


‘N NAMAGOWAB LIED VAN DIE LIER
In 2025 vier Afrikaans 100 jaar — gehuldig deur ʼn Namagowab lied van die lier, 'n koorwerk deur Franco Prinsloo wat poësie uit drie taalvariëteite saamweef. In première uitgevoer deur die Vox Chamber Choir, pols hierdie eietydse wiegelied met ritmiese dryfkrag. Gratis bladmusiek beskikbaar in SATB- en unisone weergawes.
FPP IT
Mar 132 min read


‘N NAMAGOWAB LIED VAN DIE LIER (English)
In 2025, Afrikaans turns 100 — celebrated through ʼn Namagowab lied van die lier, a choral work by Franco Prinsloo weaving together poetry across three language varieties. Premiered by the Vox Chamber Choir, this contemporary lullaby pulses with rhythmic urgency. Free sheet music available in SATB and unison arrangements.

Vox Chamber Choir
Mar 122 min read


More Than Music: Finding My Place at Vox Choir Camp
At Vox Choir Camp 2026, surrounded by music, laughter and the energy of four very different voice groups, one new member found himself asking a simple but powerful question: who am I, and where do I fit in? Through rehearsals, voxtets, potjiekos and the moving theme of SUM - “I am” in Latin - camp became more than a weekend away. It became a journey of belonging, self-discovery and finding a place among kindred voices. Woven through every note, meal and moment shared under th

Hancko Ostmann
Mar 113 min read


What does singing in Kroon van Wonders mean to me?
Singing in Kroon van Wonders has been a deeply spiritual and transformative experience. Each rehearsal felt like an encounter with the divine, with Franco guiding us through music that touches both heart and soul. From the emotional depth of “Vrou, waarom ween jy?” to the symbolic richness of Peter’s threefold response, every moment carried profound meaning. This oratorio has become a sacred milestone in my musical and faith journey.

Soané Ackerman
Jun 10, 20254 min read


LIG | KRUIS | KROON: The Story of Glorification Through Suffering
LIG | KRUIS | KROON is a contemporary triptych that reimagines the Passion of Christ through suffering transformed into glory. Inspired by Claude Mellan’s engravings and the Japanese art of Kintsugi, I bruised the prints with thorns, then healed them with gold leaf. Each panel reflects a phase in Christ’s journey—agony, crucifixion, resurrection—revealing how brokenness, like His, can be redeemed into something beautiful and divine.

John Robbertse
May 28, 20255 min read


More Than Music: The Shared Meal at the Heart of Our Oratorio Journey
In Vox Chamber Choir, our Saturday rehearsals are about more than music. Between sacred texts and soaring harmonies, we gather around a shared meal—Tupperware treasures and laughter flowing freely. These moments of connection build the trust and warmth that shape our music. As we prepare for our Oratorio, it’s clear: the journey, nourished by food and friendship, is just as meaningful as the performance itself.

Anja Pollard
May 20, 20252 min read


Kroon van Wonders: Crafting a Crown of Words with Franco Prinsloo
What waits in the silence after the earth-shattering event? For his latest oratorio, Kroon van Wonders, Franco Prinsloo and librettist Chris Vale journey beyond the crucifixion, into the fragile dawn of resurrection. Discover the thoughtful process of crafting a libretto that embraces uncertainty and wonder, drawing from scripture, hymns, and poetry to create a uniquely moving experience for Vox Chamber Choir.

Chris Vale
Apr 29, 20258 min read


Where Music Meets the Roar of Rugby: A Baritone Reflecting
Francois Pelser recounts the exhilarating experience of performing at Loftus Versfeld, from the initial dream to the intense preparations and the surreal moment of being on stage. The performance, a highlight for the singers, is described as an adrenaline-fueled dream, over in the blink of an eye, leaving the author wanting more.

Francois Pelser
Apr 23, 20253 min read


Harmony and Hilarity: A Baritone's Take on Choir Camp
Choir camp: part rehearsals, part chaos, all magic. From harmonies to hilarity, off-road adventures to potjiekos battles, Vox Chamber Choir
Jaco de Wet
Mar 12, 20254 min read


Seisoen in die Paradys | Optrede 24 November 2024
Seisoen in die Paradys showcases the Vox Chamber Choir under the direction of composer Franco Prinsloo. This diverse programme features...
FS Prinsloo
Nov 19, 20241 min read


VoxTette and the role within the larger Vox(Tribe) Chamber Choir
There are four VoxTette within the larger VoxTribe: "The Fanny Mendelssohn Memorial Singers" (Yellow Team) Named after Fanny Mendelssohn,...
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Jul 2, 20244 min read


Lig van Waarheid - An Analysis
Franco Prinsloo's Lig van Waarheid (Light of Truth) is a captivating Christmas oratorio that delves into the profound themes of light and da
Chris Vale & Franco Prinsloo
Nov 22, 20221 min read


Lig van Waarheid - Wêreld Debuut
Na die suksesvolle uitvoering en opname van Kruis van Liefde, die eerste Afrikaanse Paasoratorium, in Maart 2021, het die publiek se oorweld
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Nov 20, 20213 min read


Red List: AB-AF
“RED LIST: “AB-AF" is an Alphabetical list of the first fifty critically endangered South African plant species for mixed choir and...
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Oct 23, 20211 min read


Terella: I. Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?
A Vox Chamber Choir International Collaboration: South Africa and Australia meets Terella: I. Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where...
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Oct 22, 20212 min read


Persverklaring: VUURBEES | FIRE BEAST
Afrikaanse Persverklaring Vuurbees | Fire Beast Persverklaring Koor: Vox Chamber Choir Komponis en dirigent: Franco Prinsloo Marimba...
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Oct 21, 20214 min read


Press Release: VUURBEES | FIRE BEAST
Vuurbees | Fire Beast Choir: Vox Chamber Choir Composer:Franco Prinsloo Conductor:Franco Prinsloo Marimba and percussion: Magdalena de...
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Oct 21, 20214 min read


Breaking News! "Kruis van Liefde" - Video NOW available for Streaming!
We are enormously excited to announce that for the full month of July 2021, Franco Prinsloo's groundbreaking oratorio, Kruis van Liefde...
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Jul 2, 20213 min read


"Op Reis met Kruis van Liefde"
My mede-koorlid, Wouter van Wyk, het laasweek ‘n pragtige opiniestuk geskryf oor Kruis van Liefde, waar hy tereg noem, dat hierdie werk...

Anja Pollard
Apr 2, 20212 min read
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