[Rapid Progress Over Winter Break] A roundup of recommended practice songs for acoustic guitar beginners!
Many people are probably thinking they want to set aside solid practice time over winter break and make huge progress on guitar.
It’s also the season for year-end and New Year parties, so some of you might be performing a song-and-guitar number as entertainment.
That raises the question: “So what songs should I actually practice?” In this article, we’ve gathered a bunch of Japanese songs we’d love for acoustic guitar beginners to try! We’ll introduce lots of easy-to-play picks, so be sure to check them out.
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[Rapid Progress Over Winter Break] A roundup of recommended practice songs for acoustic guitar beginners! (11–20)
Curry Songkururi
Quruli’s “Curry Song” is a gentle piece that layers the warmth of everyday scenes with curry.
Since it feels like a piano-and-vocal performance, you can also make it work as a guitar song by playing the chords on an acoustic guitar.
The chord changes are easy to follow, so feel the song’s rhythm and let the sound ring softly.
Focus on a soft strumming touch; creating a different kind of gentleness than the piano is the key point.
That paper airplane breaks through the cloudy sky.19
“Ano Kamihikoki Kumorizora Watte” by 19 is a signature song of the duo, released as their second single.
The chords used are centered on bright tones, evoking a positive atmosphere that looks toward the future.
While the chord changes give the impression of occurring gently, the vocals feel quite word-dense, which makes it seem more challenging to perform as a solo singer-guitarist.
It’s important to firmly grasp the overall rhythm and then catch the timing of the chord changes from there.
Maiden in Loveikimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari’s “Koisuru Otome” is a warm, gentle song that expresses feelings of love straightforwardly.
It opens with an acoustic guitar arpeggio, over which a spoken-like vocal line layers to create a tender atmosphere.
The original track gives the impression of a band sound that incorporates acoustic elements; from the chorus, bold electric guitar tones join in, so for a solo acoustic performance, use strumming to convey that lift in energy.
It’s a piece that invites careful attention to detail—such as how to play in order to achieve a warm feel—making it a song where subtle interpretive choices will be put to the test.
Motherkariyushi 58
Kariyushi58’s “Anma” is a warm song that depicts memories of and gratitude toward one’s mother.
Although it features a band sound with electric guitar, its gentle rhythm also suits an acoustic vibe.
Let’s craft a solid groove with thoughtful strumming to bring out the song’s world.
The chord progression is simple, but the lyrics are quite dense, so doing a solo acoustic-vocal performance might feel a bit busy.
Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu
Ulfuls’ “Banzai ~Suki de Yokatta~” is one of the band’s signature songs, beloved as a wedding staple.
Although it features an electric guitar–driven band sound, its simple chord-based structure and relaxed rhythm make it well-suited for acoustic guitar and vocals too.
With few chords and a straightforward arrangement, try to convey lightness through your strumming so it doesn’t sound too plain.
Using techniques like muting to add crispness will help highlight the song’s buoyant, cheerful feel.
Cactus FlowerZaitsu Kazuo
Kazuo Zaitsu’s “Saboten no Hana” is a self-cover of a song by Tulip and a classic folk masterpiece that also drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Under One Roof.” The guitar part features a quintessential folk structure with slow chord changes, allowing the sound to resonate gently without haste.
The intro uses arpeggios, but they’re simple, essentially broken chords, so be sure to form solid hand shapes as you play.
To firmly grasp the performance rhythm, it’s recommended to practice while humming the lyrics.
[Rapid Growth Over Winter Break] A Collection of Recommended Practice Songs for Acoustic Guitar Beginners! (21–30)
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy
This song features a straightforward vocal delivery and a comfortable melody.
It’s a track by singer-songwriter Vaundy, released in May 2020, and used in a Maruha Nichiro commercial.
The lyrics express a longing for lost time and for connections with people.
Since it’s built on a simple chord progression, it’s recommended for beginner guitarists.
Try taking on an emotional performance!