[Choral Songs] Recommended for cultural and school festivals! Classic choir pieces & the latest popular songs
Choral performances by the choir club and whole-school or class-wide chorus numbers are staple events at cultural and school festivals.
“You want to pick popular, classic songs to get everyone hyped!”—but many of you may be struggling to find a track that really clicks.
So in this article, we’ll introduce perfect songs for cultural and school festival performances, from timeless choral standards to J-pop arranged for chorus.
Consider the performance setting and the overall vibe of the event, and choose the best song!
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[Choral Songs] Recommended for School Culture Festivals! Classic Choir Pieces & the Latest Popular Songs (111–120)
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK

This song leaves a strong impression with a powerful message that feels like a snapshot from the pages of youth.
It embodies the courage to move toward the future and the resolve to cherish memories with friends, all delivered through ONE OK ROCK’s signature emotional vocals that resonate deeply.
Featured on the album Zankyo Reference, the track was released in October 2011 and skillfully fuses elements of metalcore and post-hardcore.
It was also chosen as the ending theme for the TV program “To the Top of the Earth: Futa Kuriki’s New Challenge,” captivating the hearts of many.
It’s a perfect choice for those who want to sing at cultural festivals, school festivals, or choir competitions.
Raise your voices together, and it will surely become an unforgettable memory.
[Choral Songs] Recommended for cultural festivals and school festivals! Classic choral pieces & the latest popular songs (121–130)
We againSG

From lyrics that gently depict nostalgic scenes—like intersections, the way home, and rain-soaked memories—you can feel the strength of accepting a parting with a loved one as a passing point and walking forward, believing you’ll meet again.
SG’s gentle voice and crystal-clear delivery beautifully capture both the loneliness of farewell and the hope for the future.
Released in April 2021, the song was also featured from November 2024 in CalorieMate’s exam-season support commercial.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you face a farewell at a life milestone or when you’re hoping to reunite.
Resonating with students who repeatedly experience meetings and partings at each turning point, this work is a perfect choice to perform at a school festival.
Become a flowerLyrics: Ikuya Sashida ・ jam / Composition: Ikuya Sashida ・ Toshiyuki Mori

This is a ballad characterized by a gentle, translucent melody and the warm timbre of the piano.
Released in June 2012, it was chosen as the theme song for the NHK BS Premium period drama “Hidamari no Ki.” It also drew attention when figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu used it for his exhibition program.
The piece shines in women’s chorus as well, where its delicate harmonies and graceful melody highlight the soft beauty of female voices.
It’s an ideal choice for groups looking to take on choral singing.
Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN

A song beloved by many as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Yell.” Its warm melody—born from the fusion of a grand piano tone, string arrangements, and rich harmonies—and its lyrics, which speak to the preciousness of life and the depth of friendship, resonate deeply.
Released in June 2020 as GReeeeN’s 34th single, the track offered support during the harsh days of the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a message of encouragement that reached far and wide, helping people find light even in the darkness.
Performed in concerts or choirs, it can help an entire audience share the importance of supporting one another.
See?Sakushi: Itou Keiji/Sakki: Matsushita Kou

This is a heartwarming choral piece born as part of the “Sing NIPPON Project,” which was launched to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Created through a collaboration between Keiji Ito and Ko Matsushita and released in July 2011, the work gently sings of the harmony of nature and the bonds between people.
Its friendly melody brings listeners comfort and hope, and its structure makes it easy to perform even for school class choirs.
The vocal range is not very wide, making it a practical choice for choral competitions as well.
Philosophy[Alexandros]
A song produced for the 18-Fes, an event created together with 18-year-olds across the country.
In the original version by [Alexandros], the main vocals are performed by Yohei Kawakami, with the voices of 18-year-old youths also included.
While their vocals mainly serve as chorus parts supporting Kawakami’s lead, arranging it for a full choir is also recommended.
English lyrics appear as well, so there may be some challenging sections, but the lyrics, which empathize with the struggles students face, make it perfect for performances at school culture festivals and campus events.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced choral songs recommended for school culture festivals. Did you find a song you’d like to sing? This time, we chose a wide range—from classic choir staples to popular pop hits. Think about factors like your vocal arrangement and the kind of stage you want to create, then pick the one song that feels like “This is perfect!” and perform it with confidence!




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