Igbo Christian music | |
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Cultural origins | 19th century Igbo Land |
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Igbo Christian Music (also referred to as Igbo gospel music) is an Igbo traditional musical genre written, performed, and sung to narrate or express Christian faith, values, or topics. [1] The genre is vibrant and spiritually uplifting. It combines Christian religious themes such as Praise, hymnals, worship, and other Christian themes with traditional Igbo musical/cultural versions or elements. [2] [3] It reflects the fusion of faith, cultural identity, and musical expression within the Igbo Christian community. [4]
The History of Igbo Christian music can be traced to the 19th century when Christian missionaries would translate Christian hymnals into the Igbo language. [5] Some Igbo converts also composed their hymns in Igbo, using local tunes and rhythms. [6]