CREDO

When the homily concludes and the congregation stands, the Creed anchors the Mass. Jude Nnam’s setting of the "Credo" brings this ancient Latin profession of faith to life for Nigerian choirs. Written entirely in tonic sol-fa, the piece is structured to carry the choir through the extensive text of the Nicene Creed with clarity and reverence.

Nnam breaks the long prayer into an introduction and six distinct verses, allowing the choir to pace the profound mysteries of the faith—from the creation of the world to the resurrection of the dead. The harmony supports the natural rhythm of the Latin words, making it easier for singers to memorize and deliver the text without losing the flow of the chant.

Singing the "Credo" in Latin connects a local parish to the universal Church. For a choir director, this arrangement offers a straightforward yet solemn way to lead the congregation in affirming what we believe, especially on solemnities and feast days when a sung Profession of Faith elevates the liturgy.