A collection of cheerful choral pieces—songs you’ll want to perform at choir competitions and school events.
When everyone is singing a choral piece together, it can sometimes take a while to decide which song to choose, right?
Even if you have a vague idea like “I want something with this kind of vibe,” it can be hard to think of a song that fits.
So in this article, I’ll introduce some recommended choral pieces for those who are thinking, “I want to sing something with a bright feel, but nothing comes to mind.”
All of these songs have an upbeat tone and are fun both to listen to and to sing, so please use them as a reference when choosing your repertoire.
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A collection of upbeat choral songs: pieces you’ll want to perform at choir competitions and school events (71–80)
A Gift of a Summer Day
A choral piece composed in 1989.
There are versions for mixed voices in two parts and for female voices in three parts.
It was included in middle school music textbooks, making it a well-known piece, and it is often sung at middle school choral competitions.
It vividly evokes images of summer scenery.
I can hear silence.Matsumoto Nozomi
A gem of a choral piece by Nozomi Matsumoto that listens to the voice of the heart in the midst of silence.
Its delicate harmonies and richly expressive melody beautifully convey feelings beyond words.
Chosen as the set piece for the High School Division of the 89th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition, it deeply moved many students.
The work is available in several versions, including mixed chorus (SATB) and three-part women’s chorus.
Sung together at important occasions such as choral competitions or graduation ceremonies, it is sure to create a moving stage that resonates in the hearts of listeners.
I can hear silence.Sakushi: Sumino Yoru / Sakkyoku: Matsumoto Nozomi
A gem of a choral piece by Nozomi Matsumoto that listens to the voice of the heart in the midst of silence.
Its delicate harmonies and richly expressive melody beautifully convey feelings beyond words.
Chosen as the set piece for the High School Division of the 89th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition, it deeply moved many students.
The work is available in several versions, including mixed chorus (SATB) and three-part women’s chorus.
Sung together at important occasions such as choral competitions or graduation ceremonies, it is sure to create a moving stage that resonates in the hearts of listeners.
A collection of upbeat choral pieces: songs you’ll want to perform at choir competitions and school events (81–90)
SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke
This song is the theme for the joint project “Let’s Do It Together,” carried out in collaboration by private TV stations across Japan.
The task was entrusted to Keisuke Kuwata, who has created numerous beloved national classics.
From the very beginning, the intro is striking—modern in sound yet somehow tinged with nostalgia.
It’s a slow-tempo piece with a relaxed melody, making it perfect for choral singing.
The lyrics also embrace dreams, hope, and the future with a positive outlook, so the content fits well with students’ cultural and school festivals!
HallelujahGeorg Friedrich Händel
Using a hymn for a chorus competition is fresh and great, isn’t it? Since it’s a well-known piece, it should go over well.
If you want to sing it joyfully like gospel, commit fully to that approach; if you want to emphasize cohesion as a choir, you’ll need appropriate arranging and practice in the choral singing style.
rainbow-coloredayaka
This song was written as the theme for the NHK morning drama series Hanako to Anne, and its rhythmic, somewhat nostalgic melody is striking.
With a fresh and gentle feel, it brings energy and brightness to listeners.
It’s a piece well-suited for two-part female chorus.
Caribbean Dream JourneyHashimoto Yoshiji
When you hear “Caribbean,” you might expect a more pirate-like vibe, but this piece turns out to be a simple song with a gentle, easy-to-follow melody.
The chase section between the girl and the boy is a distinctive feature.
The sudden use of the foreign-sounding word “Emerald” is striking, so I’d like to emphasize it.