OZI EZE ZIRI M (The King's Message)

"Ozi Eze Ziri M" (The King's Message) is a vibrant, dramatic folk piece that transforms the choir into a bustling village square. Composed by Eze Chris, the song unfolds as a theatrical dialogue between a royal messenger (Ony'ozi) and the gathered townspeople. The messenger arrives with an urgent, joyful proclamation from the King, calling everyone—mothers, fathers, hunters, and farmers—to drop what they are doing and come to a grand celebration.

The music is deeply rooted in Igbo cultural storytelling, complete with spoken interludes, overlapping choral responses, and cues for local instruments. As the villagers question the messenger about the nature of the feast, the song builds in excitement, detailing the preparations, the food, and the joyful procession to the King's court. It captures the communal spirit of a traditional festival, where every person from the youngest child to the elders has a place at the gathering.

Choirs typically bring this piece to life during cultural days, parish feasts, or special concert performances rather than during the standard Mass liturgy. It offers a wonderful opportunity for singers to step into character, using traditional attire and energetic choreography to share the King's joyful invitation with the audience.