IBIKE

"IBIKE" is a vibrant Ijaw Christmas carol that captures the festive joy of the Nativity. Arranged by Derrick Esezobor and edited by the late choral master Laz Ekwueme, the piece is built on lively, rhythmic vocal lines that immediately draw the congregation into the celebration of Christ's birth.

The arrangement opens with a gentle, humming introduction before breaking into the spirited main melody. As the song progresses through its sections, the voices layer and echo each other, supported by driving, percussive "dum, du dum" rhythmic accompaniments in the lower parts. It is a fantastic choice for a Christmas concert or as a lively thanksgiving piece during the festive season, offering choirs a wonderful chance to bring indigenous Nigerian choral energy to their repertoire.