Texas UIL Choral Treble Grade 3

Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

The delicate melody befitting this familiar text gains gentle momentum by a continual movement in the keyboard. A quintessential piece for spring from renowned composer John Rutter.

This work was inspired by the Radcliffe Ladies' Choir and their motto, "Friendship through singing." The lilting vocal lines are underpinned by a delicate piano part, and the opening performance direction

Based on the inspirational poem by civil rights advocate James Weldon Johnson, this selection features beautiful cluster chords over a driving syncopation that your choirs will love. With a mature

A very impressive opener or contest/festival piece! Bright, fanfare-like motives, incisive accompaniment, and text in Latin and English work together to make this work a standout for young and developing

Carefully crafted vocal lines combine in lush harmony in this easy and effective introduction into modern a cappella singing. A beautiful text paired with an artistic setting gives the perfect opportunity

Through the text, the singers are encouraged to examine the numerous aspects and challenges of their lives with positivity, and to always "dance your dance." Always moving forward, with the feel of one beat

This hauntingly beautiful setting of a tender Slovakian lullaby is a little gem! Each stanza is superbly crafted, with an a cappella verse in English and an included pronunciation guide. "Close your eyes,

"Is all that we see or seem but a dream within a dream?" There are many beautiful moments in this lush setting of a poem by Edgar Allan Poe. Expressive and substantive writing, this is a work that better

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,

A long-time favorite on the festival circuit, this dynamic, exciting, joyous selection surpasses the ordinary! Syncopated rhythms and changing meters, combined with a sizzling piano part, make this a

Only an artfully crafted melody suits this beloved hymn text. In this original composition, arching melodic lines are tastefully supported in the piano accompaniment, making this a definitive and expressive

This masterful anthem is one that has connected with singers and congregations all over the globe. It is a timeless anthem you'll come back to each and every year. Full instrumentation includes strings,

A gorgeous setting of the well-known English prayer text. Available in a variety of voicings, this blessing is a wonderful way to conclude a service or performance.

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with

Now available in an SSA voicing, this choral work offers a taste of layered ostinatos and African polyrhythms and may be performed a cappella or with two or more percussionists.

Translation: Jesus, nothing more melodious is sung, Nothing more delightful is heard, Nothing sweeter is ever thought, Than Jesus, the Son of God. No written word can express, No tongue can tell. Be Thou