Igbo Christian music

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. The genre combines Christian

History#

The History of Igbo Christian music can be traced to the 19th century when Christian missionaries would translate Christian hymnals into the Igbo language. Some Igbo converts also composed their hymns in Igbo, using local tunes and rhythms.

Genre family: Christian music, Igbo music, Religious music
Region: Nigeria