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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Base (1–10)
LOVE ROCKETSThe Birthday
The Birthday was a four-piece rock band formed around Yusuke Chiba, formerly of THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT, which ended its activities in 2023.
Their track “LOVE ROCKETS,” included on the 2022 release Tsukiyo no Zankyo ep, was used as the opening theme for the animated film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.
The bass line features lots of repeated root notes and not much to memorize, making it approachable for beginner bassists.
It’s a simple yet bass-forward rock tune with a cool, garage band–style ensemble.
SupernovaELLEGARDEN
ELLEGARDEN, the four-piece rock band that resumed activities in 2018 after a ten-year hiatus and proved their enduring popularity, has a track called “Supernova,” which opens their third album Pepperoni Quattro.
When they returned, they played it as the first song at their live shows, sending fans into a frenzy.
The bass line isn’t particularly fast relative to the song’s tempo and mainly sticks to root notes, making it a great pick for beginner bassists.
It’s a poppy, upbeat tune that will get the audience fired up and united when performed live.
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a three-piece rock band that relaunched under a new structure in 2022 and has released numerous buzzworthy songs.
Their third digital single, Inferno, was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Fire Force.
While the bass lines are largely root-based and don’t feature difficult phrases, the fast tempo and frequent breaks mean beginner bassists should focus on clear dynamics and articulation.
It’s a rock tune that’s especially fun to play as a band, letting you really feel the excitement of ensemble performance.
Ghost in the FlowersYorushika
Yorushika is a two-person rock band consisting of vocalist suis and composer n-buna.
Their third digital download-only single, Hana ni Bourei (Ghost in a Flower), was selected as the theme song for the animated film A Whisker Away.
Because the arrangement uses relatively few notes and there are many sections without bass, even beginner bassists should be able to take it on calmly.
However, the bass line becomes quite active near the end, albeit briefly, making it a recommended pop tune for practice as well.
Wandervogelkururi
Wonder Vogel, with its unique sense of drive, features a memorable bass line that colors Quruli’s band sound.
While maintaining a steady 8-beat, the added movement during phrase transitions makes it good practice for shifting positions in step with the chord changes.
Since the tempo is on the faster side, keeping your right-hand picking stable is important.
Staying mindful of locking in with the drums will naturally strengthen your sense of rhythm.
It’s a beginner-friendly song where you can enjoy the bass tone pulsing through a four-on-the-floor, electronic-tinged rhythm.
To tell you the truth,yangusukinii
Hontou wa ne, which conveys the bittersweet feelings of young love straight and true, is one of Young Skinny’s signature songs.
It moves forward with a steady rhythm from the intro, supported by a bassline that highlights the vocals.
In the chorus, the number of notes increases, and by consciously emphasizing dynamics in a plucking style, you can express the song’s development.
Since it proceeds at a mid-tempo that showcases both piano and band performance, it’s well-suited for practicing careful playing while maintaining a consistent rhythm.
It’s a practice piece for beginner bassists that helps you develop expressiveness and fundamentals at the same time.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Formed in a music club at Kanto Gakuin University, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION is a four-piece rock band popularly known as “Ajikan.” Their fifth single, Rewrite, was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
The bass part relies largely on root notes, making it approachable for beginner bassists, but there are spots where the phrases move, so be sure to keep your rhythm steady as you play.
As a famous song, it’s a great addition to live setlists—a rock tune with a satisfying sense of speed.