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 darkness, faith, and hope. This work, a companion piece to his earlier oratorio Kruis van Liefde (Cross of Love), continues a pattern of naming each oratorio after a significant symbol related to Christ's story.

In this blog post, we'll embark on a musical journey through Lig van Waarheid, exploring the oratorio's rich symbolism, thematic development, and the powerful impact of its music. By examining the text, melody, and harmony, we'll uncover the ways in which Prinsloo uses music to illuminate the story of the Messiah's birth and its enduring significance for humanity.

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Chorus: 

• 36 Vocal Scores

  
  

Orchestration:

• 3 Basses

• 6 Viola

• 4 Celli

• 6 Violin I

• 6 Violin II

• 1 Bassoon

• Trumpet 1 & Trumpet 2

• 1 Organ

• 1 Celeste

• 4 Percussion

Credit: Julian Emdon

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