Onye Bu Eze Ebube? (Ps 24)

"Onye Bu Eze Ebube?" takes the majestic question of Psalm 24—"Who is the King of Glory?"—and turns it into a vibrant Igbo choral setting. Written specifically for Palm Sunday, it captures the triumphant energy of Christ's entry into Jerusalem. The piece opens by asking this central question, setting a scene of anticipation before the choir commands the ancient gates to lift their heads.

In the choir loft, this anthem is a joy to sing as an Entrance hymn during Holy Week. The arrangement uses layered harmonies and rhythmic momentum to build excitement. When the sopranos soar on "O n'uzo ompu bulie n'isi unu elu" (O gates, lift high your heads), it genuinely feels like the congregation is preparing the way for the Lord. The driving praise on titles like "Dike n'agha" (Mighty in battle) gives the piece a celebratory feel, making the procession a powerful start to the liturgy.