Toonu Chineke

"Toonu Chineke" is a lively and energetic Igbo choral piece that immediately calls the congregation to worship. Composed by Charles A., the song opens with a direct invitation to the children of God—"Umu Chineke Nna bianu tobe ya o"—urging everyone to come and praise Jesus, the King of Kings. The melody carries a natural, rhythmic momentum that builds as it moves from this initial call into a joyful declaration of faith in the Holy Trinity.

In the liturgy, this piece serves wonderfully as an Entrance song. Its bright tempo and engaging lyrics gather the assembly, setting a tone of celebration right from the opening procession. It also works just as well as a Recessional hymn, sending the people out into the world with a spirit of gratitude and a resounding, overlapping chorus of "Alleluia."

For the choir, the arrangement offers a fantastic opportunity to lift the energy in the church. The dynamic vocal entries and the instruction to sing a new song ("Kwebe n'ukwe ohuru") feel like a direct encouragement to the singers in the loft. As the parts weave together toward the final Alleluias, the music creates a deeply uplifting atmosphere that naturally encourages the whole parish to join in the praise.