Bee Bari Sia

"Bee Bari Sia" is a vibrant, rhythmic choral piece composed by John-Paul Ifeanyi Onyema. Rooted in the local musical traditions of Rivers State, the song centers on "Bari"—the name for God in the Ogoni languages—and brings a deeply indigenous feel to Catholic worship. The energetic solfa arrangement is built for a robust choir, featuring dynamic call-and-response sections and a driving chorus that naturally invites movement and joy.

Noted on the manuscript as a festival entry presented by the Chapel of the Annunciation Choir at the University of Port Harcourt, this piece captures the spirit of a grand celebration. It is perfect for moments of high praise, thanksgiving, or cultural days within the Mass. When the choir loft launches into the spirited rhythms of this song, it lifts the entire congregation, turning the liturgy into a lively expression of faith.