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OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I was composed by Fr. Bart C. Ezeokafor.

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OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I is sung in Igbo.

OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I by Fr. Bart C. Ezeokafor — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Composer: Fr. Bart C. Ezeokafor

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Language: Igbo

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OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I by Fr. Bart C. Ezeokafor — Lyrics

[OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I] INTRO Otito dịrị Chineke n'elu kach'elu; N'ụwa udo dịrị ndị mmadụ ndị nwere obi ọma. REFRAIN O tito dịrị Chukwu O tito dịrị Chukwu n'elu kasị elu VERSE 1 Anyị ajaa gị mma eh Anyị agọzie gị eh Anyị esekpuoro gị Anyị etoo gị Anyị ekelee gị n'ihi nnukwu ebube gị Oseburụwa Chukwu Eze nke eluigwe Chukwu Nna ji ike nile. Otito dịrị gị n'elu kasị elu. VERSE 2

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About OTITO DIRI CHINEKE I

"Otito Diri Chineke I" and "Onyenweanyi Mee Ebere" form a striking pairing of the Gloria and the Penitential Rite, composed with the vibrant energy of Nigerian Catholic worship. The first movement, a lively "New Igbo Gloria," bursts with joyful praise. It opens with the angelic proclamation of peace and goodwill, moving into a rhythmic structure where the choir weaves continuous praise beneath the soaring verses. It captures the exultant mood of the congregation giving glory to God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Following this high praise, the score transitions into the "Onyenweanyi Mee Ebere" (Lord Have Mercy). Marked *Doloroso*, this section shifts the atmosphere to one of deep, reflective supplication. The voices blend in a heartfelt plea for God's compassion, calling on Christ to look upon the people with mercy. Together, these two pieces provide a choir with both the solemnity needed for repentance and the unrestrained joy required for the Gloria, making it a wonderful setting for Sunday Mass and feast days.