Theresa Onuorah is a Nigerian musician popularly known for her influence to Egedege Dance, the Igbo cultural music.[1] She is a native of Unubi, Anambra State.[2]
Theresa Onuorah | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Queen Theresa Onuorah |
| Born | January 9, 1942 |
| Origin | Unubi, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Genres | Egedege, igbo cultural Music. |
| Occupation(s) | Musician and Dancer |
She was born on 9 January 1942 in Unubi, Anambra state, Nigeria. She is a native of Unubi, Anambra State. She is a highlife musician and dancer. popularly known for being the founder of the famous dance troop 'Egedege Dance troupe.[3]
In October 2021, she came into limelight once again when she was featured in a song Egedege by Larry Gaaga alongside Flavour N' abania and Phyno .[4]
Early life
editTheresa was born on 1942 in Unubi, a town in Nnewi south local government area of Anambra State.[2] Her father was a famous 'Egwu Ekpili 'musician. Played a significant role in nurturing her passion for music, laying the foundation for her future endeavors. Theresa's passion for music ignited at a young age. As a teenager, she embarked on a performance career, traveling from town to town singing and dancing at local events. By the time she was 20, she already established her platform. [4]
However, her early focus on music left limited time for formal education.[5]
Career
editTheresa started singing and dancing at very tender age. But released her first album at the age of 34 . some of her hit albums are Oba egwu, Onwanwa mu na chimo and Ogene Ekwubego mu na onye ga-agba egbu. In 1985, she formed the Egedege Dance troupe, whose name signifies 'prosperity and courage'.Under her guidance, Egedege Dance became a celebrated brand, synonymous to the igbo traditional dance.[3]
Her unique sound combines traditional instruments(udu,Ekwe),distinctive drumming, call-and-response vocals and captivating storytelling, making her unmistakably hers.[6]
She is a highly sought-after performer in the southeast. Frequently, invited to grace weddings, festivals and funeral with her captivating music and dance. Having at your event is considered a thing of pride and brings prestige to the event. she transformed Egedege from a regional tradition into a nationally celebrated art form.[7]
Discography
editAlbums
edit- Onye Akpala Aku Nnadi Ga Eli (2019)
- Egedege (2021)
Singles
edit- Egedege (2021)
- Egwú ndị Eze (2017)
- Ugochi Nyerem (2017)
- Ojemba Enwilo (2017)
- Onwunwa Munachi (2017)
- Ekene Dili Anambra Na Imo Medley
- Nye Bere (2019)
- Onye Ejila Ihe Uwa Gwa Medley
- Ijerem Irue Medley
- Egedege (featured Larry Gaaga, Flavour, Phyno, Pete Edochie, 2021)[8][9]
- Obodo(featured Larry Gaaga, Flavour and Phyno, 2024)[10][11]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Obi, J; Clearwater. United Kingdom: Austin Macauley Publishers. ISBN 9781398482746
- ^ a b Ifeanyi Ndukwe (June 3, 2022). "Egedege: The Journey Of Ijele". The Nigerian Voice Entertainment.
- ^ a b Wangethi, Isaac (2022-04-15). "Queen Theresa Onuorah's biography: age, children, net worth". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
- ^ a b keetu (2022-11-05). "Theresa Onuorah: Biography, Age, Family, House, Music And Net Worth 2024". Retrieved 2024-10-07.
- ^ keetu (2022-11-05). "Theresa Onuorah: Biography, Age, Family, House, Music And Net Worth 2024". Retrieved 2024-10-07.
- ^ "Theresa Onuorah: The Queen of Egedege and Her Enduring Legacy in Music". Oma's Garden. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ keetu (2022-11-05). "Theresa Onuorah: Biography, Age, Family, House, Music And Net Worth 2024". Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ Motolani Alake (October 22, 2021). "Larry Gaaga features Flavour Pete Edochie, Theresa Onuorah and Phyno on new video for, 'Egedege'". Pulse Nigeria.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "New Music + Video: Larry Gaaga feat. Flavour, Phyno & Theresa Onuorah – Egedege". BellaNaija.com. October 22, 2021.
- ^ Okhide, Peter (2024-11-01). "Larry Gaaga, Phyno, Flavour, Theresa Unuorah 'Obodo'". NotjustOk. Retrieved 2024-11-03.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (2024-11-01). "Dance to the Rhythms of Culture in Larry Gaaga's "Obodo" feat Phyno, Flavour & Theresa Onuorah". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-11-03.