YEGHE YEGHE

"Yeghe Yeghe" is a lively choral arrangement by Jude Nnam, drawing on a traditional Igbo folk song from the Bendel State region. It is a vibrant, cultural piece that steps outside the bounds of strict liturgy, making it a favorite for choir concerts, cultural days, and festive social gatherings.

The song is incredibly playful, painting a picture of sweet, ripe fruits like ụdara (African star apple) and ụtụ hanging from the trees. The lyrics describe the mouth-watering sweetness of the fruit—captured perfectly in the recurring phrase "n'agba mmili gololo"—and the joyful scramble to gather them as they fall. The soloist leads a spirited narrative, asking who will get a share of the harvest, while the choir provides a rhythmic, bouncing backdrop.

For Nigerian choirs, pieces like this are a joy to perform. They allow the singers to relax into a traditional groove, bringing smiles to the audience and celebrating the shared roots of the community. The arrangement captures the natural energy of a village folk song, elevated by bright four-part harmony.