Level up over summer break! Practice songs recommended for guitarists
We’ve researched guitar practice songs by blending a variety of genres—from globally famous hit tracks to Japanese rock and pop.
You might have a hard time choosing since every song is popular.
In that case, it might be best to pick something you’re already familiar with! While we focused on selections for beginners to intermediate players, some challenging songs are included as well.
If you carefully work your way through the songs listed in this article from top to bottom, your guitar skills are sure to improve!
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Level up over summer break! Recommended practice pieces for guitarists (61–70)
BremenYorushika
This is the 11th digital single by the male-female rock duo Yorushika, whose songs paying homage to literary works since 2021 have been attracting attention.
As the title suggests, the track is inspired by the Grimm fairy tale “Town Musicians of Bremen,” and its lively shuffle beat really lifts the energy.
The guitar riff, which uses arpeggios and staccato, can be made more prominent by being mindful of when to let notes ring and when to mute them.
Also, since brushing is used extensively to create the groove, practice repeatedly so you can play it as a musical phrase rather than just a sound effect.
GO!!!FLOW
FLOW is a five-member rock band that has created numerous anime theme songs and enjoys great popularity both in Japan and abroad.
Their major 4th single, “GO!!!,” used as an opening theme for the TV anime Naruto, boosts your energy with its driving melodies and striking rap contrasts.
The fingering and other techniques themselves are simple, but if you don’t focus on tightness, the overall track won’t feel cohesive, so be mindful of locking in with the other parts.
The guitar solo includes some fast passages, so don’t practice at full speed from the start—first let your fingers learn the phrases, then gradually work up to the original tempo.
Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei
It’s the theme song from the well-known anime “Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.” From the intro, the backing and lead parts mesh nicely and create a good feel.
There’s a key change right before the chorus, and the song quickly shifts from a frail vibe to a more powerful tone, so if you pay attention to that section when you play, you should be fine.
Irreversible replaceMY FIRST STORY
Known by the abbreviation “Myfas,” MY FIRST STORY is a five-member rock band that has gained popularity for its overwhelming vocal prowess and edgy band sound.
Their third single, Irreversible Replace, was chosen as the theme song for the TV anime Nobunaga Concerto.
The riff features controlled picking harmonics right from the opening, making it challenging yet enjoyable for intermediate guitarists.
With its fast tempo, this rock tune calls for careful playing to keep every note in the phrases even and precise.
Dragon NightSEKAI NO OWARI
It’s one of SEKAI NO OWARI’s signature songs, known for its unique, story-like worldbuilding.
While the digital sound and instruments like the banjo catch your ear first, the acoustic guitar tone is firmly layered in.
A key feature of this track is that its lyrical world still works even in a stripped-down, sing-and-play style.
How about practicing with a sense of speed while incorporating arpeggios, keeping the original vibe in mind? If you find the lyrics dense and challenging, it might be interesting to slow down the tempo and play just the chords to emphasize the words.
Those summer daysInazuma Sentai
THE Inazuma Sentai are a four-piece rock band that encourages listeners with positive messages and catchy melodies.
Their 5th single, “Ano Natsu no Hibi,” captures the feeling of summer with a driving rock ensemble and sentimental lyrics.
The guitar parts are simple and not very difficult, but there are many call-and-response-style phrases against the vocal melody, making it rewarding for beginner guitarists to play.
The guitar solo also doesn’t contain any difficult phrases, so it’s a number you’ll definitely want to master over summer break.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
A three-piece rock band, SHISHAMO, has gained popularity for their relatable, down-to-earth lyrics that resonate with their generation and for their delicate compositions unique to a female perspective.
This song, included on their 4th album “SHISHAMO 4,” was featured as the commercial theme for NTT Docomo’s “Docomo Gakuwari” (student discount) campaign.
Since the song mainly uses tight guitar strumming, it isn’t technically difficult.
However, if you plan to play while singing like the original, it’s important to practice keeping your strumming pattern steady so you don’t get pulled along by the vocal melody.
If your band includes a keyboard, you won’t need to play the solo, but because the sense of speed is crucial, make sure you can change chords smoothly when performing.