Inquiry Into Vocal Compositional Creativity Of Christian Onyeji

Abstract

This study was based on analytical inquiry into compositional creativity and techniques in vocal compositions and arrangements of Christian Onyeji. Because, his compositions are peculiar across the globe due to its artistic anchor to African traditional vocalization and sound effect techniques which he called "African Vocalism". One of his vocal works-'Anyi Ncha bu Ofu Nne' in this tendency is considered in this analytical investigation of his creative endowments. This study chosed to expose its sumptuous compositional creativity, due to its
application of traditional African vocal techniques and elements. Consequently, advancing composers'/arrangers' insight into vocal compositions and arrangements that project African Vocalism in its creative quests is the primary aim of this work. Moreover, it shall present in-depth African musical aesthetics
that shall enhance wider publicity and appreciation of Onyeji's compositions/ arrangements, thereby appraising it for further diverse artistic musical performances around the world.