Texas UIL Choral Mixed Grade 3

A wide array of musical moods and artful contrasts are represented in this dynamic festival or concert selection. A striking minor theme opens the piece, enhanced by percussive handclaps. In the middle

In this expressive setting of a traditional Latin text, sweeping melodic lines and rich harmonies lead to an ending of quiet splendor. Mary Lynn composes some of the best music available for school choirs,

Victor Johnson's celebratory original features a text adapted from Psalms. Opening with a stately, majestic fanfare, it moves into jubilant high gear featuring a rhythmically driving accompaniment and

Here's an original madrigal that's an excellent teaching piece for developing mixed or treble choirs. Independent vocal lines, terraced dynamics, and a joyful music-themed text make it an appealing concert

This energetic Israeli folksong features the Isaiah text "How beautiful are upon the mountains the feet of the messenger of good tidings: of salvation and peace." An authentic-sounding arrangement with a

In response to the growing need for developmentally appropriate repertoire that facilitates the teaching of independent part-singing, this Missa Brevis was composed for emerging choirs seeking concert

Punctuated by handclaps and a rhythmic mixed meter setting, this dynamic original would make a fantastic opening number or festival selection. With a school-friendly Latin text, and a contrasting lyrical

A beautiful adaptation of this Schubert standard! This piece is equally appropriate for concert or worship settings and presents wonderful teaching opportunities for lyrical singing along with an

"There will be rest, and sure stars shining over the rooftops crowned with snow, a reign of rest, serene forgetting, the music of stillness holy and low." This masterful setting of Sara Teasdale's

"All out on the old railroad, all out on the sea...as far as I could see...swing and turn, Jubilee!" This invigorating Appalachian folk selection musically generates vivid images of American westward

Contemporary harmonies, cool syncopations in the vocal parts, and a rhythmically supportive accompaniment grace Victor C. Johnson's high energy setting of this favorite spiritual. This work is a marvelous