Voices of excellence

Stories that echo beyond the music.

Every voice tells a story of patience, growth and musical excellence. These are the experiences of students, choir leaders, collaborators and institutions shaped by Solomon Ofem and SOMA.

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★★★★★

Five-star experiences

16shared testimonials

In their own words

Experiences shaped by music, patience and excellence.

★★★★★

Mr Solomon Ofem, thank you for the training you have given me and for helping me learn to read tonic solfa. It was difficult at the beginning, but through your dedication and patience, I have seen great improvement. I also appreciate that you go the extra mile to make sure I understand everything you teach. A gigantic thank you, Boss.

★★★★★

It is a good thing that has happened in our generation. God bless you for remaining diligent in the ministry. May the God of grace be with you.

★★★★★

Working with Solomon Ofem has been nothing short of transformative. His mastery as a musicologist, choir trainer and director shines through in every rehearsal and performance.

He does not merely teach; he inspires. He shapes voices into instruments of harmony and guides ensembles with precision and passion.

He possesses a rare gift: the ability to merge deep academic knowledge with practical artistry, ensuring that every performance is both flawless and emotionally stirring.

The music he created with me is more than sound. Its impact is evident in the confidence, creativity and passion I now carry.

More than a teacher or director, Solomon Ofem is a catalyst for greatness whose impact resonates far beyond borders.

★★★★★

Hello, Mr Solomon Ofem of The Singing Church. I am Evelyn Oghenekevwe Ifeoma, the immediate past President of St James Parish Choir, Rainbow, Port Harcourt.

I truly appreciate you for the excellent work you did during my tenure. I am writing this review because I continue to see your good work on social media, and I cannot keep quiet about the impact of your training.

The training you gave our choristers is evident today. They can interpret music scores, and their blending is wonderful, especially the altos, basses and sopranos. Your teaching method helps even a slow learner understand and become great. Paying for your training was worth it. Even our parish priest still praises your “magic fingers.”

I recommended you in my handover note. I encourage everyone to keep following Solomon Ofem and his good work. Thank you for helping my administration understand music.

★★★★★

You are very patient, punctual, disciplined and committed. You are cheerful while teaching and take time to teach every part. You make sure everyone understands before moving on. You never get tired of explaining until we understand. You are very passionate about what you do.

★★★★★

SOMA stands out as a centre of excellence in music education, composition, songwriting, instrumentation and choral direction.

As a teaching institution, SOMA nurtures students through expert instruction, patience and a genuine passion for music, helping learners at every level build strong skills and confidence.

Its composition and songwriting reflect creativity, technical craftsmanship and emotional depth.

Through skilled choirmastership, SOMA has cultivated disciplined, harmonious choirs capable of powerful and polished performances.

SOMA is a trusted and inspiring name in online and offline music education. I highly recommend it to students, institutions, choir groups and ensembles seeking excellence in music.

SOMA always gets my five stars!

★★★★★

I consulted Solomon for a wedding music compilation, including the selection of suitable songs, composition, arrangements and rescripting, and he delivered an excellent job.

I also visited the newly launched website, www.soma.ng, and I was impressed by the beauty of the interface. With time, I believe there will be even more songs and musical materials.

My expectation is to see the website become a digital music library for everything music: scores in both staff notation and tonic solfa, audio, videos, books and more.

★★★★★

Mr Solomon Ofem, whom I regard as a brother and true friend, is an ardent composer and performer of remarkable creativity. He is a passionate lover of music whose works demonstrate artistic excellence, emotional depth and a lasting commitment to advancing the beauty and richness of music. I will always give him the whole garden.

★★★★★

Through Solomon Ofem, I have learned to sing accidental notes better. I have gained useful choir tips and, most importantly, learned staff notation and sight-reading, all without paying a fee.

Keep being real. Keep being yourself. Keep encouraging and nurturing talents. Keep promoting the Kingdom Gospel through music. Keep on keeping on.

★★★★★

Mr Solomon Vincent Ofem is a great teacher in everything he teaches.

I have taken lessons from him and watched him tutor others for several months, and I could not be happier with the experience. Mr Solomon is not only an excellent musician but also a patient and encouraging teacher.

His lessons are well structured, enjoyable and tailored to each student’s level and goals.

Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to improve, I highly recommend SOMA. Great teaching and great results!

★★★★★

I highly recommend this music instructor to anyone looking for excellent piano and voice training.

I invited him to teach a group of children, and the results exceeded my expectations. Within three months, the children progressed remarkably. They became confident enough to play the piano during Mass, and their vocal abilities improved significantly.

He is an exceptionally skilled, patient, and dedicated teacher who knows how to bring out the best in his students. At the same time, he maintains high standards and has zero tolerance for indiscipline, creating a structured learning environment where children thrive.

If you are looking for a teacher who combines musical excellence, patience, and discipline, I can confidently recommend him.

★★★★★

Thank you, Founder, for the opportunity to share my honest feedback.

It was a privilege for my team and me to be mentored by you during your time with our choir. From our very first rehearsal, it became obvious that you were the right man for the job. Your dedication, punctuality, humility, and passion for excellence inspired every member of the choir.

Your greatest legacy was leading us to win three overall trophies across different categories at the AFCCAN competition, while instilling in us a lasting culture of excellence and teamwork. Your impact went far beyond music; you invested in people and brought out the best in us.

As for areas of improvement, I honestly have none to mention. I simply pray that God continues to strengthen, guide, and use you for even greater accomplishments in His vineyard.

As you always reminded us, "God will show us what to do." May He continue to do just that in every phase of your journey.

Chikezie Uba

Chairman Emeritus
St. Cecilia Choir
St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, NAFRC, Oshodi

★★★★★

A Special Commendation to Solomon Ofem (SOMA)
Music Director, St. Martin de Porres Catholic Choir, NAFRC Oshodi, Lagos

When Solomon Ofem (SOMA) was recommended to prepare our choir for the 2025 AFCCAN Choir Competition, I must admit I was initially sceptical. However, from our very first conversation and rehearsal, every doubt disappeared. It became clear that we had engaged not just a music director, but an exceptional talent.

SOMA's humility, professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail transformed our choir. His deep understanding of the competition, outstanding musical direction, disciplined leadership, and genuine passion for excellence inspired every member to give their best. He also demonstrated remarkable creativity by composing original works that perfectly suited every occasion.

More than his musical brilliance, SOMA is a man of character, faith, and integrity. Working with him was both a privilege and a blessing, and the legacy he has left with our choir will continue to inspire us for years to come.

Thank you, SOMA, for your selfless service, excellence, and lasting impact. You are an extraordinary musician, an exceptional leader, and an even better person.

Gratias.

★★★★★

You were called to teach us i.e Church of Assumption by Fr. Felix for a competition, Parish competition I guess and we learnt a lot from you and after the whole training process we came 1st position in the competition.

★★★★★

You're a great teacher sir.
You brought it down to our level so we can understand.

★★★★★

You are a gifted and sound teacher, big man, sir.
You know how to simplify learning and make it easy for your students.

You don’t make learning the usual stressful activities, you actually have your way of simplifying it and making it easy and simple, sir.

Remain blessed, sir