Mai Tsarki, Mai Tsarki

"Mai Tsarki, Mai Tsarki" is a reverent and uplifting Hausa setting of the Sanctus, the great hymn of praise sung during the Eucharistic Prayer. When the choir leads the congregation in singing "Sama da Kasa a cike su ke da darajarKa" (Heaven and earth are full of your glory), it unites the local church with the heavenly chorus.

Arranged in four-part harmony by Tom Bot, the piece is structured to build momentum naturally. The opening measures establish a steady, majestic declaration of God's holiness before flowing into the joyful, repeating "Hosanna cikin sama." The second section, the Benedictus ("Mai albarka ne..."), offers a gentle contrast before the choir returns to the triumphant Hosanna.

For choirs in Northern Nigeria and Hausa-speaking congregations everywhere, this setting provides a deeply familiar and spiritually grounding moment in the Mass. Its straightforward solfa notation makes it easy to teach during rehearsals, ensuring that the voices in the loft can confidently support the entire parish in worship.