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Experience the "Between Light" Exhibition: Light Installation and Organ Music at Oude Kerk

This unique art experience by Children of the Light and Jacob Lekkerkerker explored gravity, time, and space.

Delve into the 'Between Light' exhibition, a remarkable fusion of visual and auditory art presented within the historic Oude Kerk. This immersive installation by Children of the Light, complemented by Jacob Lekkerkerker's organ composition, invited visitors to reflect on profound themes. Experience the interplay of light, gravity, time, and space, creating a mesmerizing journey during the 'blue hour'.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition featured a moving light installation by the artist duo Children of the Light, accompanied by an organic composition from organist and composer Jacob Lekkerkerker. The artwork explored themes of light, gravity, time, and space during the 'blue hour'.

Curatorial context

Between Light was a dynamic light artwork created by the artistic duo Children of the Light, complemented by an evolving musical composition by organist and composer Jacob Lekkerkerker. Visitors could experience this work during the 'blue hour,' a period of twilight, with the restored Vater Müller-orgel resonating through the monumental church space. The 25-meter long light installation, described as a hanging line naturally curved by gravity, appeared to float. Initially seeming static, the light moved smoothly, creating a mesmerizing effect. The 24-minute series was a carefully balanced choreography of gravity, time, and space, designed to hypnotize viewers and provoke reflection on cycles of disappearance and return, day and night, and the stable rhythm of sunrise and sunset.

Admission and ticket notes

Visitors are directed to a ticketing page for purchasing tickets for Oude Kerk. General visitor information is also available, and the church has specific opening hours for daily visits and Sundays. No specific pricing or booking requirements for this exhibition are detailed on this page, but a link to general tickets is provided.

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Venue
Oude Kerk
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jan 1, 2019 – Dec 31, 2019
Artist line / attribution
Featuring the artist duo Children of the Light and organist/composer Jacob Lekkerkerker.
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