[Winter Break Intensive Practice] A roundup of easy cover songs recommended for beginner bands
In our busy lives, it’s often hard for the whole band to get together, and you may not be able to find time to practice as a full group.
In the midst of that, the long winter break is a perfect chance for everyone to meet up and practice properly! It’s the perfect time to level up! That said, you might be unsure which songs to work on and end up stuck.
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that are great for band practice over winter break! We’ve picked a wide range—from winter-themed tracks to classic staples recommended for beginner band members—so be sure to find something you’ll want to play.
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[Intensive practice during winter break] A roundup of easy cover songs recommended for beginner bands (71–80)
You and the slopesSHISHAMO
A song by the three-piece rock band SHISHAMO, released in 2015.
When it comes to their winter songs, this is the one, right? There aren’t any particularly difficult techniques in any part, but since the performance suddenly shifts from a driving feel to half-time or a quieter mood, it’s important to stay mindful so the tempo doesn’t rush.
It has a sense of speed and is a lot of fun to play together as a band.
Girl SSCANDAL
Here’s SCANDAL’s third single, released in 2009.
It’s a crisp, punchy song used as a opening theme for Bleach.
Since all the members play instruments while singing the chorus and melody, it’s recommended to practice the performance parts and the vocal parts separately.
Tackling everything at once is difficult, even for advanced players.
Winter, againGLAY
This song ranked No.
2 on the 1999 Oricon year-end singles chart.
It’s said that the intro was composed with the film Titanic’s “My Heart Will Go On” in mind.
From the intro to the vocals, there’s a moment where it drops to just drums, and the key changes as well.
Be mindful of how the mood is guided through that section, and how the song grows increasingly grand toward the latter half.
Grasping the overall arc—not just what you’re playing now, but how you’ll shape what comes next—will likely help you improve your band performances going forward.
snowNakanomori BAND
A song that’s sure to make people take notice if you perform it at a winter event is “Yuki” (“Snow”).
It’s a track by Nakanomori BAND, who sadly disbanded in 2008.
The song is a love ballad that likens falling snow to flowing tears.
The lyrics are catchy, so you’ll pick them up quickly.
The tempo has a sense of drive without being too subdued, making it perfect for gradually energizing the venue after performing a ballad.
LOVER SOULJUDY AND MARY
When you think of female-vocal bands in the J-POP scene, many listeners will picture the legendary rock band JUDY AND MARY—this is their 13th single.
The lyrics are intentionally straightforward without difficult Japanese, and the catchy arrangement lets each member’s individuality shine from the intro alone—brilliant, right? With a slow tempo and a simple yet prominent performance, it’s a song that’s easy even for beginner band members to take on.
Each part stands out while remaining simple, making it a perfect number for beginners who want to make a splash on stage as soon as possible.