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Friendship songs you’ll want to sing in choir: A roundup of choral pieces about friends

There are quite a lot of opportunities for group singing—like in music class, choir competitions, and school events.

You’ll probably choose songs to match each occasion, but sometimes it’s hard to decide, isn’t it?

So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs with a special focus on friendship-themed pieces from among popular choral works.

We hope this will be helpful when selecting songs to perform, especially for graduation ceremonies, school festivals, and choir competitions.

Friendship songs you’ll want to sing in choir: A roundup of choral pieces about friends (21–30)

Photo of three peopleKiroro

Kiroro is a duo formed by high school classmates, beloved for their heartwarming songs that touch the soul.

“Three-Person Photo,” included on their first album, “Nagais Aida ~Kiroro no Mori~,” leaves a lasting impression with its light yet floating ensemble.

Its message—let’s each go our own way with this new departure, yet keep our bond unchanged—captures the feelings that only a graduation ceremony can evoke.

With clear, powerful vocals that stir the heart, it’s a graduation song especially recommended for women.

Dear FriendsPERSONZ

Parsons -DEAR FRIENDS- Version 1
Dear FriendsPERSONZ

The group you go to karaoke with is, of course, made up of close friends, and this is for those important companions.

If you sing—and listen—while putting your feelings into the strength of a bond that won’t change even after graduation, it’s bound to move you.

It may be an old song, but the greatness of friendship is timeless.

Friendship songs you’ll want to sing in chorus. A collection of choral songs about friends (31–40)

Time TravelerHashimoto Yoshiji

This song, “Toki no Tabibito” (Traveler of Time), is a staple at choral competitions in junior high and high schools.

Despite being a choral piece, its multiple key changes give it a distinctive character and make it particularly compelling to listen to.

Perhaps those modulations are why it sounds good no matter which part you focus on.

The lyrics are perfect for a graduation song, making it a great fit for choirs at graduation ceremonies and for celebrating new beginnings and departures.

It’s sure to become one of those moving graduation memories—a choral piece that stays with you.

Cherry Blossom Rainabuzōbu fiito. hatsune miku

The song “Sakura no Ame,” perfect for junior high school graduation ceremonies, is known for its deeply resonant melody that touches the hearts of graduates.

Born from a collaboration between VOCALOID Hatsune Miku and absorb, halyosy’s lyrics—tinged with sorrow yet filled with hope—strongly encourage students as they take their first steps into the next stage of life.

Since its release, the song has been sung at numerous schools and can truly be called an anthem that speaks for youthful emotions.

By performing “Sakura no Ame,” a piece that symbolizes both beginnings and endings, gratitude for the friends and teachers with whom one has shared time together becomes all the more vivid.

Song of Fledging

Song of Leaving the Nest (Two-Part)
Song of Fledging

Produced in 1965, this song is a classic graduation tune that is still sung at many elementary schools today.

Rather than a subdued, mellow vibe, it has a pleasantly upbeat feel that brings a smile to your face.

Its hallmark is a simple, straightforward melody line set at a comfortable mid-tempo that makes it easy to keep rhythm, which is why it’s so popular and easy to sing.

The lyrics, which depict spreading your wings toward the future, are another major draw—an undeniably moving song that resonates with many people.

What connects to tomorrowTsugano Tomoko

Speaking of slightly more challenging graduation chorus songs, this is the one.

It’s mid-tempo and has a relatively wide melodic range, so some practice may be needed.

The melody for each part is basically the same, allowing you to enjoy vocal harmonies.

The lyrics describe a forward-looking farewell, making it a graduation song that, intriguingly, doesn’t feel sentimental—a refreshing track!

GraduationZONE

(PV) ZONE – Sotsugyou
GraduationZONE

This is a song by the girls’ band ZONE set on the day of the graduation ceremony.

The guitar phrase in the interlude uses a scale based on the school chime, giving it a nostalgic feel.

Sing your loneliness with aching tenderness, and then take a strong step forward.