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 cheerful choral pieces: songs you’ll want to perform at choir competitions and events (21–30)
rainbowNaotaro Moriyama · Kaito Okachimachi
If you want to sing a song with satisfying back-and-forth between parts, this one is for you.
Its bright, refreshing vibe is wonderful.
Just imagine a rainbow spreading across the sky after the rain—doesn’t it make you feel positive? The chorus surges all at once, so be mindful of your volume and try singing with clear dynamics.
cherrysupittsu
If you want to stand out from other classes with an element of surprise, how about performing a choral version of Spitz’s 1996 smash hit “Cherry”? Its brisk rhythm and poppy melody offer a different kind of charm from the usual choir repertoire.
However, there are also the unique challenges of pop music: mastering the intricately moving melody lines that weren’t written for large groups, and recreating the drum beat using only the piano.
Practice hard and deliver a perfect rendition of “Cherry”!
GiftShiho Ochi · Koichi Tsutaya
A song distinguished by its warm, comforting melody and a powerful message that boosts self-esteem.
While gently addressing the anxieties and loneliness unique to adolescence, it conveys the importance of discovering one’s true self.
Released in September 2019, it was also selected as the set piece for the Middle School Division of the 85th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
The music video portrays middle school students in a realistic light, resonating with many viewers.
If everyone unites their hearts and sings it together at choir competitions, graduation ceremonies, or other class- or grade-wide choral occasions, it is sure to become a wonderful memory.
road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE
EXIE’s popular song “Michi” (“The Road/Path”) is perfect for choir.
It’s a gently paced, slow-tempo piano ballad—technically a pop choral piece, but very easy to sing.
With lyrics about holding close the time spent with someone important and then walking down different paths, it’s ideal for singing with friends.
Its catchy, memorable melody is another big draw, making it a highly recommended song.
To the futuresakushi: tanikawa shuntarō/ sakkyoku: nobunaga takatomi
This is a wonderful choral piece that fuses Shuntaro Tanikawa’s profound poetic expression with Takafumi Nobunaga’s delicate melodies.
It sings of the hope contained in the small things of everyday life and depicts the flow of life from past to future.
Since its premiere in March 2008 at the Kyoto Echo Choir’s 45th anniversary concert, the work has been loved by many choirs and drew attention as a song that gives people grappling with the sense of loss and sorrow after the earthquake a “strength to look toward the future.” It’s a recommended piece for those who wish to share an appreciation for the present and the courage to move forward into the future.
To the futureSakushi: Tanikawa Shuntarō / Sakushi: Nobunaga Takatoshi
This is a wonderful choral piece that fuses Shuntaro Tanikawa’s profound poetic expression with Takafumi Nobunaga’s delicate melodies.
It sings of the hope contained in the small things of everyday life and depicts the flow of life from past to future.
Since its premiere in March 2008 at the Kyoto Echo Choir’s 45th anniversary concert, the work has been loved by many choirs and drew attention as a song that gives people grappling with the sense of loss and sorrow after the earthquake a “strength to look toward the future.” It’s a recommended piece for those who wish to share an appreciation for the present and the courage to move forward into the future.
KanadeSukima Suichi
This is a piano ballad that moves people with story-like lyrics and a gentle tone.
The mixed three-part chorus further heightens the song’s development and rising emotions.
The chorus, filled with tenderness and poignancy, envelops listeners’ hearts and has the power to move them.
It’s a piece I highly recommend you try.