The City Choir

Our History

From 200 voices to 1000.

The journey of The City Choir, from its founding in 2023 to today.

2023

Foundation

  1. August 2023

    The City Choir is founded by Shallom Matthew, first performing as The 200 City Choir.

  2. 17 December 2023

    Christmas Carol advertised at RCCG Canaanland, Lekki.

2024

Expansion and Recognition

  1. 10 February 2024

    Appearance at the wedding of fashion designer Veekee James.

  2. 25 April 2024

    Messiah Oloruko Nla, composed by Shallom Matthew, published on YouTube.

  3. 31 May 2024

    Release of Iyanu.

  4. July 2024

    Widespread attention for “Satan, The Number You Are Calling Is Not Available”.

  5. September 2024

    Shallom Matthew interviewed by Channels Television.

  6. 30 September 2024

    Choral rendition of the Nigerian National Anthem published.

  7. 22 December 2024

    The King’s Festival Christmas concert, RCCG Canaanland.

2025

Continued Artistic Activity

  1. January 2025

    Collaboration with Rhema Onuoha on Ihe Ina Emerem Di Nma.

  2. 15 April 2025

    Participation in a memorial service of songs.

  3. 21 December 2025

    When Heaven Touched Earth, The Freedom Centre, Lekki.

2026

Continuing Growth

  1. 8 January 2026

    A Song To Jesus published on YouTube.

  2. 20 December 2026

    Enthroned — The 1000 City Choir Carol, The Freedom Centre.