The following conversation was recorded at Symposium 2003, the conference on worship and the arts held at Calvin College each January. Participating in the conversation were several giants in the field of global song for Christian worship who have much to offer Western Christians from their years of ministry throughout the world:
Patrick Matsikenyiri
Dr. Patrick Matsikenyiri (1937–2021) was known around the world for his song leading and teaching on African music for the World Council of Churches, The General Board of Global Ministries, Africa University, and various ecumenical organizations. He was well-known in United Methodist circles, having worked with students at various seminaries, and having led music at gatherings of The Fellowship of United Methodists in Music and Worship Arts and working to establish the United Methodist Africa University Choir, who sang at various conferences in Africa and in the United States. He was professor of music at the Africa University in Mutare, Zimbabwe, who for many years took his choir on annual tours to the United States, among other countries. He was the composer of “Jesu, Tawa Pano/Jesus, We Are Here” (Sing! A New Creation 5).
Last Updated: October 10, 2025
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