The Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) was founded in 1983 as a result of the interaction and commitment of some friends who love and appreciate classical music. These distinguished Nigerians included Mr. Akintola Williams, Mr. Louis Mbanefo, Chief Ayo Rosiji, Chief Rasheed Gbadamosi and Mrs. Francesca Emanuel.
The main objective of MUSON is the promotion of the understanding, enjoyment and performance of classical and contemporary music in Nigeria. The Society is the proud owner of Nigeria’s only professional Symphony Orchestra and a renowned Choir, both of which now constitute unique platforms for training and grooming promising young Nigerian artistes and instrumentalists in the performance of classical and orchestral music at the highest level.
The 2023 edition of the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) Festival of Arts which has as theme: ‘Resilience’ began yesterday, October 20, with Chevron festival drama, titled, Efunsetan Iyalode Ibadan, written by Akinwunmi Sesan, at the Agip Recital Hall.
The drama, which was greeted with applause by the audience, for its good performance and interpretation by the artistes, will be re-enacted today by 12.00pm and 3.00pm respectively.
Highlight of this year’s festival, which double as MUSON 40th anniversary, is TotalEnergies EP Gala Concert on Sunday, October 29, which brings to the audience the 1741 composition by George Frideric Handel, titled, Messiah, a three-hour long classic to be performed by the MUSON choir and orchestra. It will be conducted by Sir Emeka Nwokedi.
Source: Guardian
