Day By Day We Magnify Thee

When a Nigerian choir prepares for a major concert or a grand feast day, classical choruses often take center stage. "Day By Day We Magnify Thee" is a brilliant example of this tradition. Drawn from G.F. Handel’s Te Deum, this piece takes a single, powerful line of praise and builds it into a massive choral declaration. The music demands attention right from the start, with voices entering one after another in a bright, energetic wave of sound.

Singing this chorus is a real workout for any section, but especially for the sopranos who carry the soaring repetitions of the main theme. Because the text is so brief, the beauty lies entirely in how the voices weave together. You will hear the phrase tossed between the parts, overlapping and echoing, before everyone unites for those firm, grounded resolutions. It takes solid breath control and careful counting to keep the momentum alive without rushing the tempo.

We often hear this piece during choir anniversaries, grand thanksgiving services, or dedicated classical music evenings. It brings a sense of formal majesty to the church. When the final chords ring out, the congregation is left with a clear, resounding message of daily, unceasing praise to God.