Texas UIL Choral Treble Grade 2

Here is the perfect way to introduce a cappella singing to your young choir! The chant-like melody is stated in echo style, then all voices join in harmony. The excellent performance notes include a

Like an ever-moving brook, chattering along, captured by the perpetual motion of the piano part, the use of the asymmetrical meter creates a constant sense of forward momentum in this delightful piece.

Dating from the 16th century, the Coventry Carol is one of the most beautiful carols in the English language. This modern arrangement stretches the usual time signature to 4/4 with syncopation,

Choirs of all abilities will embrace singing this powerful and intense contemporary setting using the Day of Wrath text. The powerful melodic statements and lyrical part-writing contrast

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,

Utilizing a classical style of composition, this piece just might transport you back to the time of Mozart! Full of educational opportunities, the musical style and interpretation is authentic sounding, and

Specifically designed for middle school treble or tenor-bass choirs, this upbeat setting of a traditional spiritual has energy and panache to spare! Designed for changing and developing voices, this

A fantastic piece to teach vowels, diction, rhythms, and pitch precision, this English folk song is fun to sing and impressive to perform. The nonsense syllables represent birds and bats chatting to one

Crafted in a neoclassical style for emerging treble or tenor-bass singers to provide opportunities for range extension, musical phrasing, and attention to syllabic stress, this setting provides a wonderful

A lilting melodic line, lots of unison and simply harmonized vocals, and an effective piano part combine to create a very beautiful and accessible setting of a Langston Hughes poem. 

This choral adaptation of J.S. Bach's "Suite No. 3 in B minor" is brief - only 36 measures long - but it is a lyrical showcase for developing choirs. Your ensemble will sound sophisticated and elegant when

Inspired by the memories of childhood summers spent in the Irish countryside, Yeats' poem provides a whimsical backdrop to this original concert work. With a gentle, lilting folk-song feeling, this piece

This is a truly unique and very effective selection for two-part male or treble voices! Ideally suited as a festival opener, processional or concert piece, this modal, chant-like work with optional hand

Welcome the Christmas season with this festive original work for two-part treble or tenor-bass voices! Accented and vigorous, this a cappella setting in compound meter is the perfect way to open a concert

This energetic original work is a testament that "Love conquers all, therefore let us surrender to love!" In Latin, with pronunciation guide and translation included, this festival work may be performed a

This artful arrangement of the traditional spiritual is a solid choice for developing choirs. The flexible voicings may be performed a cappella or with the piano accompaniment for extra support. The

A lovely, lyrical Welsh tune is arranged with English lyrics and three-part harmony. Mixed, treble, and tenor-bass choirs will appreciate the opportunity to sing with expressive legato phrasing and

John Leavitt's simple setting of the beloved Song of Solomon text features haunting suspensions and warm choral sonorities. It may be performed a cappella, or with the optional piano accompaniment for a

A lyrical piece that captures the exquisite beauty, wonder, and starkness of the falling snow! This accessible work is artistically crafted to represent the winter season through both picture painting and

Beginning in the style of Gregorian chant, this piece then opens up with contrasting rhythms and interesting harmonies that bring a modern style. With Latin text and strong musical elements, this original

An original work in a neoclassical style, this offers the opportunity for younger choirs to sing this Latin text in a polished and mature style that will help them sound amazing! In a variety of voicings,