To Song And Dance

When a choir takes on a piece by G.F. Handel, you can always expect a surge of energy in the rehearsal room. "To Song And Dance" is exactly that kind of bright, driving chorus. Right from the opening allegro, it calls the singers and the audience into a space of pure, rhythmic celebration. The words are an invitation to lay aside ordinary time and give the day over to rejoicing, acknowledging the universal sway of the Almighty.

In Nigerian choral circles, classical choruses like this one are a staple for special concerts, feast days, and choir anniversaries. The vocal parts weave and chase each other in true Baroque style, demanding tight rhythm and clear diction from the sopranos down to the basses. It is a thrilling challenge for the choir to master the running notes and the sudden, dramatic shifts in dynamics.

The second half of the piece shifts its tone to a bold prayer for deliverance: "Protect us by Thy mighty hand." This contrast—moving from joyful dance to a firm, unified plea for protection—gives the anthem its emotional weight. It is a piece that leaves the congregation uplifted, reminding everyone that our celebrations and our safety both rest in the same divine hands.