Recommended Songs for Beginner Bands at School Culture Festivals
For students in bands, performing on the cultural festival stage is probably a major goal, isn’t it?
However, if you’ve only just started your instrument or have members with limited experience, choosing songs to play can be quite challenging.
The guitar might be easy but the drums are hard… or the drums are easy but the bass is hard… It’s tough to pick songs that are satisfying to listen to while keeping the difficulty under control.
So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended songs that beginners can definitely pull off if they practice hard.
The key is to be flexible—don’t cling too much to the original, and arrange the parts you absolutely can’t manage.
If you work on it with your bandmates while having fun as you prepare for your first stage, it’s sure to become a lifelong memory!
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[Culture Festival / School Festival] Recommended Songs for Beginner Bands (141–150)
Oh my loveHump Back
A heartwarming song filled with the joy and confusion of becoming a parent, born from the new experience of welcoming a child.
It is included on the album “Hump Back,” released in March 2025 by the three-piece girls’ rock band Hump Back from Osaka.
The song expresses the raw feelings of brand-new parents through the band’s signature straightforward rock sound.
While the theme may not feel especially close to students, performing it might help you rediscover the love shared within a family.
Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER
This is a gem of a song imbued with the protagonist’s determination to face the past and save someone dear.
With a melody and lyrics that sink into the heart, it expresses the preciousness of life and living, while questioning the meaning of living in the present and the bonds with loved ones.
Created by SUPER BEAVER in June 2023, it is also included on the album “Ongaku” (Music).
The track was selected as the theme song for the film “Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc – Decisive Battle.” If played during the climax of a school cultural festival, it will surely leave a lasting impression as a song that conveys the bonds between friends and hope for the future.
Bacchi DancerDOES
DOES is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity with a rock ensemble featuring a cool, rock-tinged vocal style and guitar sound.
Their 10th single, “Bakuchi Dancer,” used as the theme song for the animated film Gintama: The Movie – A New Retelling of Benizakura, was released in advance from their best-of album SINGLES.
While the guitar and bass are simple, the drum beats are intricate, so beginner drummers should solidify their phrases individually before band practice.
With its driving sense of speed, it’s a rock tune that can get everyone hyped at school festivals and live shows.
[Cultural Festival / School Festival] Recommended Songs for Beginner Bands (151–160)
Spring Dayaimyon
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.
Our JourneyKaneyori Masaru
This song, driven by a sense of speed and a lively band sound, sings of the joys and sorrows of youth.
The lyrics, which capture small, everyday moments, leave a strong impression.
Released digitally by Kaneyori Masaru in June 2023, it was later included on the February 2024 album “Namiutsu Kokoro o Mochinagara” (“With a Beating Heart”).
It also serves as the theme song for the Lemino original drama “Afterschool Breakwater Diary.” If performed on a school festival stage, it’s sure to bring the whole venue together.
Why not practice it with friends and carve a page into your youth?
MarshmallowOkuda Tamio
The 10th single by singer-songwriter Tamio Okuda, who showcases his musical sensibilities from various angles—as a member of Unicorn and as a music producer.
Chosen as the CM song for Suntory’s “Kakubin,” the track lingers in your ears with Okuda’s signature effortless vibe and catchy melody.
With plenty of repeated riffs and chord progressions and a relaxed tempo, it’s also recommended for beginner band members.
However, since the drums require continuous single-handed rolls, be sure to practice keeping the volume consistent.
CHAINSAW BLOODVaundy
Singer-songwriter Vaundy not only produces music but also handles artwork and video production.
His 17th digital-only single, “CHAINSAW BLOOD,” used as the ending theme for episode 1 of the TV anime Chainsaw Man, opens with a dark guitar riff that dovetails with the story of the anime.
The performance is simple, but since many sections—like the A melody—hold the same pitch for extended stretches, be mindful of dynamics so the song doesn’t feel flat overall.
As a song from a popular anime, it’s a modern rock tune that’s sure to fire up live audiences.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced plenty of great band songs for beginners—did you find one you’d like to perform at your school festival? We picked songs that are relatively easy to play, but no matter which one you choose, the most important thing is to practice steadily until the big day.
Wishing you a fantastic live performance.