Recommended songs for beginner band members by instrument
“I just started learning an instrument but already formed a band” or “We’re all beginners, but we want to start a band and play live!!” If that sounds like you, a budding band member— You’re probably thinking, “I have no idea where to start…” Of course, basic practice is important, but in the beginning, practicing songs is also recommended.
So in this article, we’ll introduce beginner-friendly songs for each instrument! Read this with your bandmates and use it to help you pick your setlist!
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Vocal (1–10)
Great personVaundy
This is an inspiration song for the NHK Taiga drama “Reach Beyond the Blue Sky.” It’s interesting that the piece was created, inspired by the life of Eiichi Shibusawa, who is depicted on the 10,000-yen bill.
“Iseijin” is a song with a lively tempo, and the vocal range is set in a key that’s comfortable for male singers.
There are some passages where the pitch moves subtly at the ends of phrases, but I think it’s best to sing straight through at first without worrying too much about that.
Rather than forcing your pitch to match, focus on proper vocal production using your vocal cords; that will make it easier to sing in tune.
Try lifting your eyebrows and consciously projecting your voice clearly!
Magical Syndromeyama
The special MV theme song for “Magical Chiikawa,” titled “Magical Syndrome,” was released as a digital-only single on October 22, 2025.
The music video is also available on YouTube, featuring elements related to Chiikawa and receiving high praise from viewers.
The vocal range of “Magical Syndrome” might be a bit high, but since it’s basically sung in falsetto, if you can produce a light tone, you should be able to get proper frontal resonance and find the pitch more easily! To activate that resonance between the eyebrows, use humming.
This humming is crucial—if you tense up and force your throat, you won’t be able to stay on pitch.
Start at a volume so soft it’s almost only audible to you.
Once you get used to humming, try alternating between humming and singing; if you can sing with the same consistent sensation, you’ve got it!
Live, brilliantlyikimonogakari
This song was written as the opening theme for the sixth season of the TV anime Kingdom, and the phrase in the title, “Ikite, Sansan,” really sticks in your ears.
The range isn’t too high or too low; it sits comfortably in a register that’s easy for women to sing.
It’s also easy to catch the tempo, so it’s highly recommended for those who think they’re tone-deaf! The melody isn’t difficult either, so it’s best to sing each phrase carefully.
Rather than keeping a blank face, try raising your eyebrows and using expressive gestures, as if you’re tracing the pitch with your hands.
Also, if you sing the beginning of the C section a bit more strongly, your voice will project well and it should feel great to sing!
i love youchanmina
This is a song released in October 2025, written as the theme for the TBS Friday drama “Fake Mummy.” If you’ve been watching the show, it’ll sound familiar—you might even remember the melody! Although this track doesn’t feature any rap, it still conveys Chanmina’s world through its R&B and hip-hop elements.
The song isn’t about belting; it mainly uses a breathy, whisper-like vocal.
Even if you feel you’re tone-deaf, if you can control your breath, you can definitely sing it stylishly! First, the basic technique for singing is diaphragmatic breathing, so relax, breathe, and let your voice out.
If your chest rises when you inhale, that’s chest breathing, and you won’t be able to take in enough air.
Overall, staying loose and relaxed is key!
My subjectsKetsumeishi
A song released on October 31, 2025, it’s a life-affirming anthem dedicated to headstrong adults.
It carries a powerful message that turns failures into funny stories.
Since it’s by Ketsumeishi, there are rap parts too, making it appealing because you don’t have to worry much about pitch when singing.
The tempo is relaxed, so it’s a song you can sing calmly, but it’s important to lock into the rhythm, and you might stumble a bit where there are lots of words.
For a song like this, it’s best to memorize the lyrics! Try singing it every day as if you’re humming to yourself.
Light humming is also recommended.