BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SamOye Musical Consort Inc - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SamOye Musical Consort Inc X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SamOye Musical Consort Inc REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T235900 DTSTAMP:20260423T182748 CREATED:20180221T132940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191959Z UID:284-1723075200-1723161540@samoyemusicalconsortinc.org SUMMARY:We Need a Savior (A One-man Musical) DESCRIPTION:A Christmas piece that tells the story of the birth of Jesus from an African perspective. It consists of various elements from different genres beautifully knitted to convey the depth and essence of this important story\, and the earnest need for a savior in this broken and sinful world. This story is told and expressed in an uncommon theatrical medium\, hence\, a One-Man musical.\n\nSynopsis: The sinfulness of man grows strong\, they have turned away from the Almighty God\, and crimes\, injustices\, sickness\, and disaster continue to grow due to their iniquities. In this African village (the World\, symbolically) plagued by severe famines and strife\, where hope has disappeared and the heart of its people is hardened\, and no one has answers to alleviate the situation. No one to reconcile humanity back to its creator\, God.\n\nOne of the wise men in the village\, a Priest took it upon himself to plead with Olodumare (The Almighty God) for mercy. (Yorùbá Ewì – chants) He mourns for their sins and appeals to God to send a deliverer\, the promised Savior\, “Didn’t My Lord Deliver\, Daniel.” The Priest heard of the newborn baby and questioned “Who is this baby?” “What was He born to do?” and “How will he achieve His purpose?” He kneels in prayer and seeks understanding from the Almighty God as he sings\, “It’s Me\, O Lord.”\n\nIn a vision\, while the Priest slept\, he received answers to his questions that the baby King\, Jesus\, has brought good tidings of great joy to all. He was born to deliver all from their sin and reconcile them to God by taking on himself their burdens and sin\, Isaiah 53:4-6. The Priest proclaims this deliverance and invites Jesus to come\, as he sings “A Litany for Advent.” Bursting in joy\, “Gbó ohùn àwon áńgélì tí ń korin” the Priest praises God in reverence for the newborn King\, Jesus\, sang “Isaiah 9:6” and invites all to join in the worship “O Come Let Us Adore Him.” In exceeding celebration\, he sings a song of adoration “Oba Ńlá Ni\, Olúwa” (The Great King is the Lord).\n\nDuration: 60 minutes\n\nInspiration: 2chronicles 7:13-14\, Isaiah 9:1-7\, Isaiah 53:6\, Psalm 95:1-7\, Psalm 148\, Matthew 2:1-12\, Luke 2:1-14\, John 3:16\, and more.\n\nMusical ideas: A blend of Yorùbá language chants\, culture\, music\, and various Western music (African American Spirituals\, Gospel\, and Classical Music). The chants are in the Yorùbá language from the Western part of Nigeria\, while the monologues\, spoken words\, and most of the songs are in the English language.\n\nCOMPOSITIONS\n\n Yorùbá Ewì (Chant) by Erinjogunola\n “Didn’t My Lord Deliver\, Daniel” (Spiritual) Arranged by Rosamond Johnson\n “It’s Me\, O Lord” (Spiritual) Arranged by Betty Jackson\n “A Litany for Advent” (O Waly\, Waly: English Folk Melody) Arranged by Shirley W. McRae\n “Gbó ohùn àwon áńgélì tí ń korin” Yorùbá Folk Song\n “Isaiah 9:6” by Adeniyi Samuel\n “Oba Ńlá Ni\, Olúwa” by Ayo Oluranti\n\nMeet Our Singer-Actors\n\n\nAdeniyi Samuel (Bass-Baritone)\n\nCOLLABORATORS\nADENIYI SAMUEL_BASS-BARITONE: AUTHOR/CO-WRITER/ARRANGER/PERFORMERAUTHOR/CO-WRITER/ARRANGER/PERFORMER\nERINJOGUNOLA: Yorùbá Ewì\nALEXIA ROWE:CO-WRITER (MONOLOGUWES AND SPOKEN WORD)\nTIMOTHY OGUNBIYI: PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT\n\nWe are open to partnerships and invitations from your organization\, churches\, and individuals to host the “We Need a Savior” musical at your venue.\n\nPlease reach us via email: info@samoyemusicalconsortinc.org. We also seek your generous donation to help cover expenses\, fund future content and productions\, and establish a fledgling artist’s career. A donation may be made via Zelle (adeniyi@adeniyisamuelmusic.com)\, CashApp (@SamOye1)\, Venmo (@Adeniyi-Samuel)\, PayPal (@AdeniyiSamuel69)\, a check addressed to Adeniyi Samuel\, and you can drop your donation at the event. Thank you for considering donating and supporting the independent performing arts.\nGallery URL:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/event/we-need-a-savior/ LOCATION:The Theater\, 8 E 9th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/we-need-a-saviour-banner.webp ORGANIZER;CN="SamOye Musical Consort":MAILTO:adeniyi@adeniyisamuelmusic.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T182748 CREATED:20250208T173558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T142833Z UID:2612-1709193600-1709226000@samoyemusicalconsortinc.org SUMMARY:Spirit & Truth Worship Series DESCRIPTION:In reference to the conversation of Jesus with the Samaritan woman at the Well in the Gospel of John chapter 4\, in verse 13\, Jesus said to the woman “Whosoever drink of this water\, shall not thirst again…” Then in verses 23 and 24\, Jesus said to the woman that “the hour comes and now is when the true Worshippers shall worship God in Spirit and in Truth: for the Father seek such to worship him” because “God is Spirit: and they that worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and in Truth.” \nJesus is the Truth “the word that became flesh and dwelt among us\, and we beheld his glory\, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father\, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). Worshiping the Father in Spirit and in Truth is the main purpose of Spirit and Truth Worship Series. It is a time to separate ourselves from the busyness of our everyday life and take a moment to worship God through songs\, without necessarily making any request from Him\, but singing of His greatness and His marvellous works\, most especially the sacrifice of His only begotten Son\, Jesus Christ for the salvation of our souls. \nYes\, we worship Him with our lifestyles in words and deeds\, through our works\, our relationship\, we also need to be the church that gathers to worship with our brothers and sisters in Christ to encourage one another “in Psalms\, Hymns\, and Spiritual songs\, singing praises in our hearts to God” as Paul admonishes us in Colossians 3:16 and Ephesians 5:19. \n \nSpirit & Truth Worship Series includes songs from my forthcoming album\, familiar Hymns\, Psalms\, and Spiritual Songs as admonished us in Colossians 3:16 and Ephesians 5:19. I strongly hope that you are encouraged and blessed as you join us in the worship of our Savior\, Jesus Christ. \nThe Spirit & Truth Worship Series is provided free of charge. We rely on your generous donations to continue to perform around the country. \n\nMeet Our Singer-Actors\n \nAdeniyi Samuel (Bass-Baritone) \n \nRanti Néo \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are open to partnerships and invitations from your organization\, churches\, and individuals to host the “Spirit and Truth Worship Series” at your venue. Please reach us via email: adeniyi@adeniyisamuelmusic.com. \nWe also seek your generous donation to help cover expenses\, fund future content and productions\, and establish a fledgling artist’s career. A donation may be made via Zelle (adeniyi@adeniyisamuelmusic.com)\, CashApp (@SamOye1)\, Venmo (@Adeniyi-Samuel)\, PayPal (@AdeniyiSamuel69)\, a check addressed to Adeniyi Samuel\, and you can drop your donation at the event. \nThank you for considering donating and supporting the independent performing arts. \n\nGallery URL:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/event/spirit-truth-worship-series/ CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Worship-and-truth-series.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240218T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T182748 CREATED:20180307T154255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200015Z UID:1113-1708243200-1708275600@samoyemusicalconsortinc.org SUMMARY:Renewal Musical DESCRIPTION:Renewal (A Two-Man Musical) Addressing Conflict in Marriage from the Perspective of the Gospel.\n\nSynopsis\n\n\nSet against the backdrop of a bustling Urban city\, Renewal (A Two-Man Musical): Addressing Conflict in Marriage from the Perspective of the Gospel of Christ – is a peep into the lives of a Christian married couple working through their marital struggles. The ebb and flow of sweet moments and crises inadvertently leads them to search for answers in God’s word.\n\nThe plot begins with fond memories on a Saturday morning of how Aduke and Adesina first met but spirals into odd conversations and attitudes betraying a performance-based love that insists on its selfish ways instead of lovingly serving one another. They gradually turn against each other as enemies that consistently disagree on many issues. Thank God for His forgiving grace\, mercy\, and love that convicted Aduke and Adesina through His Word and restored their marriage against all odds. The musical ended with the celebration of God’s grace and forgiveness extended to one another as the couple set on a new adventure with promises to align with God’s Word – inspiring them to be gracious\, humble\, understanding\, loving\, and many more towards one another.\n\nThis 90-minute production combines original music across various genres\, blending Western and African influences\, to create a moving and memorable experience for all ages. Whether married\, single\, or seeking a biblical perspective on relationships\, Renewal Musical has something meaningful to offer everyone. Past audiences have left inspired to strengthen their relationships and share the transformative message with others. Inspiration from 1 Peter 3:1-9\, Ephesians 5:21-33\, 1 Corinthians 13\, and many more\, plus influences from various interviews with Christian professional counselors/therapists.\n\nRenewal Musical is an inspiration from the Holy Spirit. The aim is to show that the marriage union is nothing without God and His word at its center. To encourage believers of Christ to use the manual (the Scriptures) the author of marriage (God) gave us to transform their marriage and not conform to the non-biblical cultural influences that break unions\, homes\, and society. It also reminds couples to speak up and seek Godly counsel\, especially in their local church assembly and with other Christian professionals.\n\nThe 90 minutes performance is followed by a 20-minute talk-back session for the audience to ask questions and give feedback.\n\nCredit\n\nAdeniyi Samuel: Playwright and Composer\nRanti Néo: Co-playwright\nAlexia Rowe: Co-playwright\nRanti Néo and Adeniyi Samuel: Performer\n\n\n\n\nWhy Renewal Musical Matters\nMarital conflicts have become a common phenomenon in our society\, even among Christians\, which goes against God’s original and perfect plan for marriage and family. This issue has far-reaching consequences\, for both the couples involved and their children\, contributing to the moral decay of our society and the world. Many members of our audience have been affected by conflicts in their families\, either as spouses or as children. \nAccording to recent studies\, almost 25% of Christian marriages end in divorce\, and this percentage is increasing\, particularly among younger believers. This figure is now comparable to the secular divorce rate. It is now more important than ever to remind our fellow believers that marriage is a sacred institution\, and it is crucial to keep God and His teachings at the center of it to ensure its success. Renewal Musical aims to show that the marriage union is nothing without God and His word at its center. \nThe musical encourages couples to be transformed by the scriptures and not conform to the non-biblical culture that promotes transactional-based love. It reminds couples to seek Godly counsel\, especially in their local church assembly and from other Christian professional resources available to them. \n\nAbout SamOye Musical Consort Inc.\nRenewal Musical is proudly produced by SamOye Musical Consort Inc.\, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education\, creativity\, and spiritual enrichment through the arts. SamOye Musical Consort Inc. seeks to uplift\, educate\, and inspire individuals and communities through the transformative power of music and theater\, contributing to a more enriched and harmonious society. Their mission includes creating original musical works that address historical\, social\, and cultural themes while fostering moral and ethical values. The organization also provides platforms for emerging artists and integrates performing arts into educational and spiritual settings while ensuring accessibility for underserved communities. \n\nWhat We Offer\nRenewal Musical offers an engaging and spiritually enriching experience\, perfect for churches\, Christian organizations\, and marriage ministries. We believe it will be a blessing to your congregation as it addresses real-life marital challenges through the lens of the Gospel. It is open to all ages and statuses. \n\n\nMeet Our Singer-Actors\n\n\nAdeniyi Samuel (Bass-Baritone)\n\n\n\nRanti Néo\n\n\nBiographies\n\n\n\n\nAdeniyi Samuel is a versatile bass-baritone singer\, songwriter/composer\, voice instructor\, church music director/worship leader/consultant whose musical interests cover a range of genres. He performs lead roles in various operas/operettas/musicals and as a soloist at events\, concerts\, and recitals. Adeniyi is the founder and president of SamOye Musical Consort\, Inc.\, and he is interested in fusing Western and African music\, utilizing his expertise in various genres\, including commercial music and jazz. He is the author of the Spirit and Truth Worship Series. He also is the writer\, composer\, producer\, and performer of the One-Man Christmas Musical\, We Need a Savior (A Telling of the Birth of Christ from an African Perspective) and the Two-Man Musical\, Renewal (Addressing Marital Conflict from a Gospel Perspective). He is pursuing his Doctor of Musical Arts in Church Music\, Vocal Performance\, and Pedagogy at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, where he works as an adjunct voice instructor. \nRanti is an opera/crossover recording artist and songwriter. She worked as a chemical engineer before her musical journey led her to performances across Europe\, Africa\, and the United States. She most recently performed as ‘Fiordiligi’ in Mozart’s Cosi fan Tutte at the 2022 Vienna Opera Festival. \nRanti wrote and staged the musical After the Dream and was featured on CNN’s ‘Around Africa.’ She has also recorded original songs and folksongs such as ‘There is a Fire’ and ‘Iwe Kiko’ for which she won the Best Alté Music Video Award. \nShe is pursuing her Postgraduate studies at the Friedrich Gulda Music Conservatory in Vienna\, Austria. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow You Can Support Renewal Musical \n\n\n Host a Performance: Bring this transformative musical to your church\, ministry\, or organization. We are currently schedulinG performances and would love to work with you. To learn more\, visit: https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/\n Attend a Performance: Experience the healing message of Renewal Musical fisrtshand.\n Spread the Word: Invite your friends\, family\, and church members to attend a performance of Renewal Musical.\n Make a Tax-Deductible Donation: Your support keeps Renewal Musical accessible to all.\n\nAny amount helps and would be greatly appreciated. A donation may be made via Zelle (adeniyi@adeniyisamuelmusic.com)\, CashApp (@SamOye1)\, Venmo (@Adeniyi-Samuel)\, PayPal (@AdeniyiSamuel69)\, a check addressed to Adeniyi Samuel\, or you can drop your donation at the event.\nJoin Us in This Mission: Together\, we can make a difference by strengthening families and drawing them closer to God’s purpose for their lives. We would be honored to minister to your congregation through our musical\, which teaches biblical values and their impact on lives and homes. We believe that your congregation would be blessed by our performance and would testify to its positive influence. \nUpcoming Performances can be at your church or organization this year\, in 2025. We are eager to bless your audiences and beyond. \nFor bookings or inquiries\, please contact us at: \nEmail: info@samoyemusicalconsortinc.org \nPhone: +1 (978) 810-6289 \nWebsite: https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/contacts/ \nFollow on IG: @weneedasavior_renewal_musicals @rantimusic  @adeniyisamuelmusic\n\n\n\n\nTESTIMONIES\n\nGallery\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nComment Cards\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/event/renewal-musical/ LOCATION:The Theater\, 8 E 9th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States CATEGORIES:Musicals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://samoyemusicalconsortinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/RENEWAL-MUSICAL.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR