Sing the full chorus

"Sing the full chorus" is a majestic choral piece adapted from George Frideric Handel's grand oratorio Solomon. While the original English text begins "Swell the full chorus," this popular solfa arrangement uses "Sing the full chorus," keeping all the stately, triumphant energy we expect from Handel. It is a brilliant showcase of vocal power and bright, joyful praise to Jehovah, making it a thrilling challenge for a four-part choir.

In the choir loft, this is the kind of piece we bring out for classical music concerts, choir anniversaries, or special festival days rather than a regular Sunday Mass. The music demands strong, confident entries, especially when the voices trade the lively phrases "Record Him ye men" and "Flow sweetly the numbers." It is a wonderful example of how classical oratorio choruses have found a vibrant home in Nigerian choral repertoire.