Mgbakọ Ị̀gbà (Solo Cello + Piano)

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- Sheet Music
- Program Notes
- Performance Audio Recording

"Mgbakọ Ị̀gbà" for solo cello and piano, commissioned and premiered by Àkójọpọ̀ for their 2023 African Art Music Commissioning Project in Lagos, Nigeria, and winner of the Dr. Daniel Olukoya Grand Prize Award, is a striking work that captures the essence of rhythmic and narrative depth. This composition, inspired by the concept of an "assembly of elites," is crafted to engage performers and listeners with its innovative use of cello techniques. The piece invites performers to explore flexible bowing and dynamic expression, with specific passages for pizzicato and body slapping, adding a unique texture to the performance. With its compelling blend of tradition and creativity, "Mgbakọ Ị̀gbà" offers a rich, expressive experience, making it a significant addition to the contemporary cello repertoire.