And I Will Exalt Him

When a choir takes on a piece by G.F. Handel, there is always a sense of stepping up to a grand challenge. "And I Will Exalt Him" is a magnificent chorus drawn from his oratorio Israel in Egypt, and it brings that unmistakable Baroque majesty straight into the choir loft. The words are a direct, powerful declaration of praise, repeating the vow to lift up the Lord because "He is my Father's God."

In Nigerian choral circles, pieces like this are often chosen for classical music competitions or major concert events. Singing it requires real stamina and precision. The voices enter one after another in a driving, contrapuntal style, echoing the phrase "I will exalt Him" back and forth across the sections. It takes focused rehearsals to keep the runs clean and the tempo steady, especially when the parts weave tightly together.

For the congregation or audience listening, the effect is glorious. The sheer repetition of the text builds a wall of sound that feels triumphant and unshakable. It reminds us of the deep roots of our faith, praising the God of our ancestors with every ounce of breath and energy the choir can muster.