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.
Playlist
| A collection of cheerful choral pieces—songs you’ll want to perform at choir competitions and school events. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A heartwarming cheer song that celebrates life and friendship |
| 2 | To tomorrowTomioka Hiroshi |  play_arrow | A choral piece composed by a junior high school teacher. Comfortab... |
| 3 | ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A grand song that likens life to chess |
| 4 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An epic tale of bonds with companions and adventure |
| 5 | Always!Sakushi sakkyoku: Wakamatsu Kan |  play_arrow | A heartwarming choral piece that sings of friendship and dreams |
| 6 | See?Sakushi: Itou Keiji/Sakki: Matsushita Kou |  play_arrow | A heartwarming choral piece for disaster reconstruction support |
| 7 | MemoriesMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by the band Maroon 5 |
| 8 | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | She was featured in the Fuji TV drama series 'Hakusen Nagashi'... |
| 9 | I want to become the wind.THE BOOM |  play_arrow | A classic that sings of joy and freedom through samba rhythm. |
| 10 | Oh Happy DayEdowin Hōkinzu Shingāzu |  play_arrow | It’s one of the famous gospel songs. My fa… |
| 11 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | “Mela!” is a four-member mixed-gender band, … |
| 12 | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | If you don't want your song choice to overlap with others, go with the latest tracks so other clu… |
| 13 | Family of the EarthSakushi: Ishihara Kazuki / Sakkyoku: Ota Sakurako |  play_arrow | An inspiring choral piece that sings of the preciousness of life |
| 14 | rainbowMoriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A timeless song that sings of life's joys and sorrows |
| 15 | Let’s search for tomorrowSakushi: Hori Tetsu sakushi, sakkyoku: Osawa Tetsunori |  play_arrow | One of the classic pieces for choir, ‘Let’s sear…’ |
| 16 | TOMORROWMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | The Message-Driven Choral Piece “TOMORROW” |
| 17 | Song of Fresh Green Leaves |  play_arrow | Perfect for the whole class to speak in unison... |
| 18south_east | Song of Fresh Green LeavesSakushi: Komori Kōko / Sakkyoku: Kumagai Ken’ichi |  play_arrow | An enigmatic choral piece with captivating soprano lines |
| 19 | See?Matsushita Kou | play_arrow | A cheer song that conveys the importance of bonds |
| 20 | footprint(s)Little Glee Monster |  | A moving song that resonates with middle schoolers' hearts |
| 21 | Full of memories |  play_arrow | It was originally released by the folk duo H2O... |
| 22 | rainbowNaotaro Moriyama · Kaito Okachimachi |  play_arrow | It's a song where the back-and-forth between the parts feels really good to sing... |
| 23 | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | If you want to set yourself apart from other classes with an element of surprise, then 1… |
| 24 | GiftShiho Ochi · Koichi Tsutaya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that empathizes with adolescent anxieties |
| 25 | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | EXIE’s popular song “Michi” is perfect for a chorus... |
| 26 | To the futuresakushi: tanikawa shuntarō/ sakkyoku: nobunaga takatomi |  play_arrow | A choral piece that sings of everyday hopes and the flow of life |
| 27south_east | To the futureSakushi: Tanikawa Shuntarō / Sakushi: Nobunaga Takatoshi | play_arrow | A choral piece that sings of everyday hopes and the flow of life |
| 28 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | With story-like lyrics and a gentle melody, it moves people… |
| 29 | Beyond the tearsShingu Auto |  play_arrow | The NHK music variety show “Stage 10…” |
| 30 | A Whole New WorldDizunī |  play_arrow | A song that is famous as an insert song from the movie Aladdin... |
| 31 | spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Graduation season and the importance of human connections |
| 32 | COSMOSMimas |  play_arrow | A choral piece that lets you feel the grandeur of the cosmos, “COSMO…” |
| 33 | running river |  play_arrow | The second piece of the choral suite “Wings of Water.” It has a sense of speed… |
| 34 | everythingSakushi: Sakura Momoko / Sakkyoku: Aizawa Naoto |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays the pure hearts of children. |
| 35 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s “Kiseki” is a song about spending time together... |
| 36 | COSMOSAkuamarin |  play_arrow | It’s a song by the musical unit Aquamarine... |
| 37 | Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi |  play_arrow | A phrase that has been known and supported across a wide range of age groups… |
| 38 | U&ISakushi sakkyoku: Wakamatsu Kan |  play_arrow | A choral piece with gentle melody and lyrics |
| 39 | rainbowLyrics and composition: Naotaro Moriyama・Kai Okachimachi / Arrangement: Taketomi Nobunaga | play_arrow | The significance of a moving choral piece themed around a rainbow |
| 40 | Watch me!YOASOBI |  play_arrow | ikura’s songs, packed with tips for singing joyfully! |
| 41 | the world of dreamsSakushi: Furo Akiko Sakkyoku: Hashimoto Shouji |  play_arrow | A choral piece often sung in elementary and junior high schools, arranged for three-part mixed voices... |
| 42 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Let's sing King Gnu's famous song in chorus! |
| 43 | Smile AgainMari Nakayama |  play_arrow | A classic that was also used in the film The Class with the Pig (Buta ga Ita Kyōshitsu)… |
| 44 | determinationSakushi: Kataoka Akira, Sakkyoku: Suzuki Norio |  play_arrow | “Determination” was created by Akira Kataoka and Norio Suzuki... |
| 45 | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s “Kirari” is the brilliance of youth. |
| 46 | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | A song of courage that rises again and again |
| 47 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Offer comfort and encouragement to those who carry anxiety and loneliness… |
| 48 | skySKY-HI |  play_arrow | Gently embracing the various anxieties and conflicts of adolescence… |
| 49 | On the train |  play_arrow | Joyfully singing the cheerful choral song “Riding the Train” |
| 50 | Riding a hot-air balloon, anywhere and everywhereSakushi: Azuma Tatsuo / Sakkyoku: Hirayoshi Takeyasu |  play_arrow | This dreamy song would surely be perfect for a school festival or a… |
| 51 | swallowYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A rare tale woven together with the pure singing voices of children… |
| 52 | BelieveLyrics and Composition: Sugimoto Ryūichi |  play_arrow | A warm choral piece that sings of friendship and hope |
| 53 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece that depicts love and bonds |
| 54 | Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A youth song that sings of the bittersweetness of graduation and friendship |
| 55 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A youth song filled with feelings for someone dear |
| 56 | Precious thingssakushi sakkyoku: Yamazaki Tomoko |  play_arrow | The preciousness of friendship and the easily overlooked b... in everyday life |
| 57 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that gently embraces the doubts and struggles of youth... |
| 58 | ultramarineSakushi: Minamisōma Shiritsu Ogataka Chūgakkō Heisei Nijūyon Nendo Sotsugyōsei / Oda Miki / Sakkyoku: Nobunaga Takutomi |  play_arrow | A moving choral piece that portrays the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 59 | The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of positivity and smiles |
| 60 | Green Green |  play_arrow | The playfully bouncing piano rhythm is striking… |
| 61 | AldebaranAI |  play_arrow | Move high school students with 'Aldebaran' |
| 62 | Wasted wishesAKB48 |  play_arrow | “Waste of a Wish” is a popular idol grou… |
| 63 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Popular not only at choral competitions but also at graduation ceremonies… |
| 64 | HikariSakushi: Seto Saori / Sakkyoku: Matsushita Kou |  play_arrow | The Appeal of the Grand, Musical-Theater-Style Song “Hikari” |
| 65 | Let’s search for tomorrowSakushi: Hori Tohru / Sakkyoku: Osawa Tetsunori |  play_arrow | A catchy, easy-to-sing song for a school cultural festival… |
| 66 | Please give me wingsSakushi: Yamagami Michio, Sakkyoku: Murai Kunihiko |  play_arrow | Hasn't everyone sung it at least once...? |
| 67 | Caribbean Dream JourneySakushi: Hirano Yukari / Sakkyoku: Hashimoto Shōji |  play_arrow | It’s a choral piece released in 1989. The Caribbean… |
| 68 | What connects to tomorrowTsugano Tomoko |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the fresh, moving emotions of graduation |
| 69 | the world of dreamsHashimoto Yoshiji |  play_arrow | A choral piece that is easy to sing and rich in expressiveness |
| 70 | Starlight ParadeSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The Sekaowa members led by Fukase... |
| 71 | Pegasus Galloping Through the SkyKurosawa Yoshinori |  play_arrow | A choral piece composed in 1978 for three-part mixed voices... |
| 72 | Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao |  play_arrow | As the theme song for the titled anime, it’s a classic, old-fashioned royal… |
| 73 | Words of FarewellKaientai |  play_arrow | How the title “Positive Taro” is so... |
| 74 | If I put it into wordsGosuperāzu |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece that sings of a bright future |
| 75 | Shining in my heart |  play_arrow | A choral piece I’d really like you to sing at the graduation ceremony dates back to 199… |
| 76 | COSMOSSakushi sakkyoku: Mimasu | play_arrow | A choral piece that sings of beautiful nature and the cosmos |
| 77 | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | A simple melodic line and beautiful harmon— |
| 78 | A Gift of a Summer Day |  play_arrow | A choral piece composed in 1989. There is also a mixed two-part version, and… |
| 79 | I can hear silence.Matsumoto Nozomi |  play_arrow | Nozomi Matsumoto’s soul-stirring choral pieces, moving music |
| 80south_east | I can hear silence.Sakushi: Sumino Yoru / Sakkyoku: Matsumoto Nozomi | play_arrow | Nozomi Matsumoto’s soul-stirring choral pieces, moving music |
| 81 | SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | A joint project carried out with the cooperation of commercial TV stations across the country… |
| 82 | HallelujahGeorg Friedrich Händel |  play_arrow | Using a hymn for the choir competition is so novel and great... |
| 83 | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | The theme song of the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne”… |
| 84 | Caribbean Dream JourneyHashimoto Yoshiji |  play_arrow | When you mention the Caribbean, I imagine a song with more of a pirate-like vibe... |
| 85 | futureTakashima Midori |  play_arrow | A song as blue as the sky, singing of hope for the future |