Sogno di Volare (The Dream of Flight)

When a choir wants to pull out all the stops for a major concert or a special presentation, Christopher Tin's *Sogno di Volare* is a breathtaking choice. Originally written as the theme for the video game Civilization VI, this epic choral work has found a beloved place in the repertoire of ambitious choirs everywhere. The Italian text draws on the writings of Leonardo da Vinci, capturing the awe and boundless ambition of human flight.

Singing this piece is a thrilling experience for any choir. The melody starts with a sense of quiet wonder before building into a massive, soaring wall of sound. For Nigerian choirs adapting this into solfa notation, mastering the sweeping dynamics and the Italian diction—'Una volta che avrai spiccato il volo'—takes real dedication in rehearsals. But when the voices finally lock together and hit that triumphant 'Gloria!' at the end, it leaves both the singers and the audience completely uplifted.