Biography of emmanuel pappoe thompson
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Chorale Music came alive at the Center for National Culture (CNC), known as the Art Center in Accra, when the 34th Pappoe Thompson Choral Music Festival was held last Thursday.
The event, held in memory of Ghana’s illustrious composer and educationist Emmanuel Pappoe Thompson, saw about 10 choirs from industries and churches participating.
One after the other, the choirs took turns with soothing voices to entertain audience with choral music written by the late Pappoe Thompson.
To herald the Independence Day celebration of Ghana, the event was used to drum home the need for Ghanaians to remain united and recognise culture and heritage.
Speaking at the event, Director at CNC, Madam Alice Alima Kala said it was important for choral music to be performed on regular basis as they honour one of Ghana’s greats with regard to the genre.
“Choral music connects us to our culture and gives as a sense of belongingness as Ghanaians, “she stated.
She added that, as a people, it was essential to live in unity as the country celebrates her anniversary and remember the late Pappoe Thompson.
Adding his voice, son of the late Pappoe Thompson, Mr Samuel Pappoe Thompson said his father, born in 1907 was a teacher, musician and a poet.
“He wrote a lot of son
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Ghana National Anthem
Ghana National Anthem Original Song
Emmanuel Pappoe-Thompson wrote the original version of the Ghana national anthem entitled “God Bless Our Homeland Ghana,” which the country adopted in 1957.
National Symphony Orchestra Director and Arts Council Founder Philip Comi Gbeho wrote the music for Ghana’s anthem. You can compare the original version with the revised song here.
Ghana National Anthem Revised Lyrics
The West African country of Ghana became a republic in 1960, and Nkrumah stayed in office serving as the first president. After that, revised lyrics provided by Michael Kwame Gbordzoe the original national anthem became the new song. This change reflected the country’s move toward independence from Britain that started in 1957.
Ghana National Anthem Meaning
The lyrics contain themes of the right to freedom and resistance against oppression. Moreover, it expresses the strength and boldness to defend against opposing forces. This song that mentions "God" also commands humility, honesty, unity, service and loyalty.
When Kwame Nkrumah first ruled Ghana, these lyrics seem to fit the nation’s move toward independence and celebrated Nkrumah’s accomplishments.
Kwame Nkrumah’s Accomplishments
In 1957, Nkrumah managed to free the West African section o
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(1906 – 1992)
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