Texas UIL Choral Treble Grade 2

"And this shall be for music, when no one else is near, such a fine song for singing, the rare song to hear!" And such a fine song this is, through the marriage of memorable music to Robert Louis

Joyful Latin phrases echo back and forth in this spirited original work for young singers. Well-written melodies combine in joyful harmony building to a buoyant final descant, creating a brief section of

This original work is beautiful and lyrical, with a flowing piano part and beautifully moving harmonic progressions. Set in minor, this simple yet effective piece has a brief contrasting section in major

The chance for some hand clapping and foot stomping is sure to make this American folk-song showcase a big success with your students.

Where Go the Boats? is the original title of the Robert Louis Stevenson poem which comprises the text of this lovely setting. The gently flowing music serves the imagery of the poem so well, this

A whirling, twirling Andalusian dancer is vividly portrayed in this setting of a traditional Spanish folksong. Well-crafted vocal lines over a colorful piano accompaniment make this an excellent choice for

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,

With a text adapted from a poem by Anne Bronte, this poignant selection provides plenty of good developmental material for young treble choirs. The piece has a lovely texture that will help develop lyrical

Hear the steady sound of the mill wheel in this brisk setting of the French Canadian folk song, which uses alternate French and English text. "I hear the windmill, tick-a tick-a tack-a..." Use the

This luscious and sensitive setting of the traditional Latin text exudes a gentle simplicity, with soaring melodic lines and a fluid accompaniment. A pronunciation and translation guide is provided.

A traditional Thai folk song is beautifully arranged for developing treble or mixed choirs. Gentle melodies are interwoven into a lyrical canon-like texture that is expressive and compelling. Written with a

Composer Lowell Mason is often regarded as the father of public school music education. In this early song by him we sing of the power, beauty and joy that music brings to our lives. A message that rings