Noyaemwan Mwen Itohan

"Noyaemwan Mwen Itohan" is a reverent setting of the Kyrie, composed by Vincent I. Ihaza for the Penitential Rite of the Mass. Sung in the Edo language, the words carry a heartfelt plea for God's mercy, setting a tone of humble reflection as the congregation prepares for worship.

The arrangement opens with a solemn call from a solo male cantor, who introduces the central prayer before the full choir enters. As the voices layer together, the piece moves gracefully from the opening "Noyaemwan mwen itohan" into the central "Kristi mwen itohan," carrying the collective petition of the faithful.

Choirmasters will appreciate the straightforward yet expressive vocal lines, which allow the different parts to weave together naturally. It is a grounding piece for any Sunday Mass, offering a moment of quiet grace right at the beginning of the liturgy.