A roundup of recommended band scores for beginners: introducing easy songs
When you’re thinking of starting a band, the first thing you want to decide is which songs to play, right? People often choose from the works they admire or the music their band members like, but here’s where a problem comes up: your actual playing skills.
Even with plenty of motivation, difficult songs can fall apart and make it hard to stay motivated—such a common story.
Start by taking on easier pieces and enjoy what it means to be in a band! In this article, we’ve put together songs and band scores recommended for beginner band members.
Find the perfect track for you!
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A roundup of recommended band scores for beginners: Introducing easy songs (41–50)
cloudy skyDOES
The sixth single by DOES, a three-piece rock band with numerous anime tie-ins whose robust rock sound excites listeners beyond just anime fans.
The song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama, and its tight, three-piece ensemble really amps up the energy.
The performance is simple overall: the guitar and bass have few chord changes, and the drums don’t feature complex fills, making it fun for beginner band members to play together.
However, since the tempo is a bit fast, it’s a good idea to practice while listening to the other parts so the band can stay tight.
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Singer-songwriter Aimyon captivates listeners of all ages with lyrics depicted through her unique perspectives and expressions.
Her major 7th single Harunohi, written as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane ~The Lost Hiroshi~, stands out for its warm message that evokes the world of the anime.
With its relaxed tempo and easy-to-play parts, it’s beginner-friendly for bands.
However, the vocals can be challenging to keep in tune, so sing with careful attention to dynamics.
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The fourth single by the four-piece rock band ELLEGARDEN, a group that has influenced many rock bands in today’s J-POP scene and has remained highly active since their 2018 comeback.
The distinctive arpeggios and palm-muted riffs capture the cool essence of rock sound.
The guitar and bass use only basic techniques, so they aren’t difficult, but the drums require attention to avoid dragging the tempo, since the A section progresses with a tom-based beat.
The tempo isn’t particularly fast and the techniques aren’t overly challenging, so even beginner band members should be able to play it together with steady, gradual practice.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
From powerful performances at live shows and festivals to activities brimming with hometown pride, the wide-ranging expressions of the three-piece rock band WANIMA continue to captivate fans.
This is their first digital single.
It’s a cover of the British folk song “Picnic,” and it also drew attention as the CM song for au’s Santaro series, in the “Spring Door: Give It a Try” edition.
The playing itself is simple, but the tempo is quite fast, so beginner band members should first slow it down for practice.
The chorus work is also important in this song, so once you get comfortable with the performance, try tackling that as well.
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A song by the rock band yonige that gained support after its music video on YouTube surpassed 2 million views.
Featured on their first mini-album, “Coming Spring,” it’s an excellent rock tune with a dramatic melody that’s hard to believe is built entirely from just four chords throughout.
The guitar and bass use few chords, and the drums are a simple 8-beat, making it a great pick for beginner bands.
There isn’t a score available for this single track alone, but I’ve included the URL for the score where it’s compiled—give it a try!
Secret Heart DoctrineONE OK ROCK
The debut single by ONE OK ROCK, a four-piece rock band that has achieved success both in Japan and abroad and now stands as a leading presence in Japan’s rock scene.
Its straightforward rock arrangement and strongly message-driven lyrics create that quintessential rock band vibe.
With no guitar solo and a consistently simple performance that highlights the vocals, it seems perfect as a practice piece for beginner band members.
Unfortunately, there isn’t a score available for this song alone, but I’ve included a URL for the score collection it’s featured in, so please give it a try along with the other included tracks.
kawa-E (cute)Yabai T-shatsu Yasan
A party song that gets everyone hyped the moment they hear it, this track by the three-piece rock band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan whips live and festival crowds into a frenzy.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “Nisekoi,” it’s an upbeat tune packed with catchy phrases you won’t forget after a single listen.
Since it uses only the bare minimum techniques needed to play rock, it’s also recommended for beginner band members.
Because this song is all about energy and momentum, rather than aiming for a perfect note-for-note copy of each part, it’s a rock tune you’ll want to tackle with a focus on band cohesion.
In conclusion
We’ve compiled a lineup of recommended songs and band scores for beginners in cover bands. In addition to scores that include only the songs we introduced, we also featured score collections that gather other works as well. Be sure to choose songs that suit your group and make your band activities fun!