THE LORD IS RISEN, ALLELUIA

There is a special kind of energy in the choir loft on Easter morning, and Jude Nnam’s "The Lord Is Risen, Alleluia" captures that exact feeling. From the very first downbeat, the song bursts into a triumphant declaration of victory. The opening section is pure celebration, anchoring the congregation in the reality that Christ has conquered death and reigns forever. It is the kind of bright, resounding praise that fits perfectly as an Entrance or Recessional hymn during the Easter season.

As the piece unfolds, the lyrics shift from a general shout of praise to an urgent, joyful mission. The second section calls on us to spread the good news to those who were closest to Christ—telling Mother Mary, John, and Peter that Jesus is alive. By the third section, that message expands outward to the whole world, urging the choir to tell every creature and shout it to the seas and mountain tops.

Singing this piece feels like participating in that first Easter morning relay race, passing the incredible news from person to person. The driving rhythm and layered vocal parts give the music a sense of forward motion, building up to the final, definitive statement: "Jesus Christ is Lord!" It is a wonderful, uplifting choice that leaves the congregation full of Easter joy.