By Samuel Olamide Osifuye
Christ Apostolic Church, Mountain of Light Zonal
Headquarters radiated with melodies and harmonies as the Choir celebrates its
50th Annual Choir Festival & Thanksgiving on Sunday, 20th October, 2024
Mr. Ezekiel Babalola displayed his musical prowess on the
organ in a mini concert which preluded the main concert.
With songs by music legends such as G.F. Handel, Mozart,
Caleb Simper and Ayodamope Oluranti, the choir affirmed their musical
affiliation with the Royal School of Church Music, Cleveland Lodge, Surrey,
Unitek Kingdom.
Mr. Adeyemi Ojo and Elder Olusegun Akinloye conducted the
choir in songs such as ‘Thou Crownest the year’ by Caleb Simper; ‘Iba Aseda’,
‘Gbori s’oke’ arranged by Ayodamope Oluranti, ‘O father whose Almighty power’,
‘Lift up your heads’, ‘Hallelujah’ by G.F. Handel;
Blessing Towolawi and Lola Fajuyi also delivered inspiring
Solo performances on ‘Olorun Ife’ by Ayo Ajayi and ‘I’ll walk with God’ by
Niceolas Brodszky respectively.
The Choir Master, Elder Olusegun Akinloye appreciated all attendees
for their show of love and support.
He informed the congregation that the second phase of the
Festival continues next Sunday, 27 October, 2024 by 4pm at the church
auditorium, with traditional style of music to be enjoyed.
The festival was graced by family and friends, and
dignitaries including the Superintendent, CAC Mountain of Light Zone, Pastor
Ezekiel Omologe; Associate Pastor, Pastor Stephen Olarubofin; Curate, Pastor
Olusegun Akinjimi; Music Director of Akinyele Region, Elder Sesan Taiwo; Music
Director of Akilling Region, Pastor (Dr.) Tosin Akinpelu; Immediate Past Choir
Master of CAC Yaba DCC, Elder S.K Annan; Secretary, Akinyele Regional Choir,
Elder Jerry Awofodun; past members of the Choir; and many others.
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