Texas UIL Choral Mixed Grade 4

Long considered "the" original version of this timeless spiritual. The true authenticity of the African-American musical heritage is captured in this Dawson rendition.

The ancient joy-filled word "Alleluia" is paired with contemporary harmony and gently syncopated rhythms that sometimes function as an ostinato. Independent parts weave in and out to create a brilliant

Sung in Hebrew with a traditional Jewish tune, this musical arrangement is haunting and profound. The text, from the 13 Principles of Faith, is a statement of faith and hope. The violin part is not an

Arranged for and recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale, this joyful and exuberant Shaw–Parker setting of the early American hymn tune WATT'S LYRE is crafted for a cappella mixed chorus.

This Shakespearean text is explored in the remarkable Rutter style, giving you an ideal selection for your winter concert or any other performance occasion.

This powerful, flowing a cappella work in Latin opens with a beautiful unison chant and closes with a quiet "Amen." It is infused with interesting and varied harmonies, changing meter, and dramatic

A cry for peace in a world torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dynamic contrasts. "Sing, Be, Live, See... This dark stormy hour, the wind, it stirs. The

This enthusiastic and energetic arrangement is one of the more popular folk songs of Spain.

Joyful energy, dance-like rhythms, effective handclaps, and shifting meters all come together in this exuberant choral feature that is based on a Buddhist mantra. Repetitive melodies dance freely through

As arranged for and recorded by the Robert Shaw Chorale, this beautiful setting of the sacred text put to the English ballad tune CAPTAIN KIDD is a timeless standard of the choral repertoire for both

This fresh arrangement of the wonderfully rich African American spiritual is accessible to mixed choirs of all sizes and abilities. With layering from tenor, bass, then alto, this culminates with the

This is a lively reimagining of the 19th-century American folk hymn that opens with a solo verse then proceeds with a soaring top melody supported by the rhythmic vocal accompaniment of the lower voices,

This joyous five-part madrigal for mixed voices by German Renaissance composer Johann Schein is a welcome addition to the body of  chamber choir literature. With the text in the original German, it is

The traditional English carol is treated with elegance and grace in this simply beautiful arrangement for a cappella mixed chorus.

Introducing four-shape-note singing to your young singers, this arrangement from the Sacred Harp is full of energy. Young singers will relate to the positive message and they will be surprised that

Set to the Latin Pulchra es amica mea text from Song of Solomon, this a cappella work is inspired by the beauty of the aurora borealis as seen by the composer in his native Norway.

Edited by Z. Randall Stroope, this work from contemporary Italian composer Giorgio Susana uses ideas and elements from chant. An accessible work for strong choral ensembles, this is lovely.

Omnia sol temperat, "the sun warms everything," comes from a verse of Latin found in Carmina Burana. The composer's English text speaks to the human need to anchor words of love and commitment in