Nso Nso Nso

When the Eucharistic Prayer begins, the choir loft shifts gears to lead the people in the Sanctus, and L. Nwatu’s "Nso Nso Nso" captures that moment beautifully. It opens with a reverent, layered declaration of God's holiness, building up as the voices proclaim "Ebube gị juputara eluigwe n'ala" (Heaven and earth are full of your glory). You can feel the awe in those opening lines, grounding the congregation in the solemnity of the Mass.

As we move into the Hosanna, the energy completely transforms. A cantor steps in with a lively call—"E tue silie ya n'igwe"—inviting everyone to shout God's praise so the whole world knows His holiness. The choir responds with a rhythmic, driving ostinato that brings a distinctly Nigerian joy to the liturgy. It is a wonderful setting of the Sanctus that gives us both the majesty of the angels and the vibrant celebration of the church on earth.