TE MON N'OSOSENOBLA

"Te Mon N'Ososenobla" is a vibrant Esan choral piece composed by Stanley Unekhoria. This handwritten score carries a proud history straight from the choir loft of St. Patrick's Catholic Chaplaincy at Ambrose Alli University in Ekpoma, Edo State, where it was prepared for the choir's repertoire in 2019. It captures the energetic, rhythmic style of Nigerian campus choirs, blending indigenous language with a lively four-part harmony.

The song serves as a joyful call to the brethren ("Ibhio men") to praise God ("Ososenobla") and honor Jesus the King ("Jesu ojie"). Reading through the solfa notation, the melody is driven by syncopated phrases and repeating motifs like "ji ma te mie si," which build momentum as the piece progresses. The arrangement keeps the choir engaged with dynamic entries and a steady, uplifting tempo that naturally invites movement.

In the liturgy, a piece like this fits perfectly during moments of thanksgiving, celebrations, or as a recessional hymn when the congregation is sent forth in high spirits. Its bright, percussive vocal lines make it a favorite for feast days, allowing the choir to lead the church in genuine, culturally rooted worship.