Nso! Nso!! Nso!!!

There is a distinct energy that fills the choir loft when the Sanctus begins, and this setting of "Nso! Nso!! Nso!!!" from Missa Okwukwe captures that reverence perfectly. Composed by Collins Ifejika Nworie, the piece opens with a bold, repeated declaration of God's holiness. The voices layer together in a steady, rhythmic pulse, building a sense of awe before flowing into the verses.

Sung in Igbo, the text follows the traditional Sanctus of the Mass. The first verse praises the Lord God of hosts, declaring that heaven and earth are full of His glory, while the second welcomes the one who comes in the name of the Lord. The transition into the "Hosanna" sections is particularly uplifting, giving the congregation a bright, soaring melody that feels both majestic and deeply grounded in local choral traditions. It is a wonderful choice for the Eucharistic Prayer, drawing everyone into the solemn mystery of the Mass.