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[Choral Songs] Recommended for High School Students! A Comprehensive Showcase from Classics to the Newest J‑Pop

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The choral performances that move people at events like school festivals and graduation ceremonies.

In this article, we’ve gathered choral pieces recommended for high school students, as well as popular songs that have been arranged for choir.

We’ll introduce a wide range of music across genres—from classic pieces you find in textbooks to the latest J-pop.

In high school, there are often situations where students discuss and choose the repertoire together.

Even for the latest hit songs, you’ll often find published choral arrangements if you look, so don’t feel constrained by the idea that you must choose from a “choral anthology.” Be sure to consider a variety of songs.

[Choral Songs] Recommended for High School Students! A Comprehensive Showcase from Classics to the Newest J‑Pop (81–90)

Please give me wingsMurai Kunihiko

Please give me wings - chorus

Please give me wingsMurai Kunihiko

“Tsubasa wo Kudasai,” composed by Kunihiko Murai, is a masterpiece that sets a powerful longing for freedom to a beautiful melody.

Since its release in 1971, this song has continued to be cherished by people of all ages, and it’s often sung at pivotal moments in life, such as graduation ceremonies.

Its lyrics, which express universal themes, are sure to resonate with your heart.

The simple accompaniment and harmonies make it perfect for choral singing, uniting everyone’s feelings into one.

When you’re feeling lost in life or about to take a new step forward, try recalling this song.

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footprint(s)Little Glee Monster

N-Con 2020 'Footprints' Little Glee Monster / Mixed Chorus (3 parts) / Full (All) - with full lyrics - For part practice Covered by Singer micah

footprint(s)Little Glee Monster

A song that deeply empathizes with junior high school students, this work was crafted with great care as the members wrote the lyrics while recalling their own middle school experiences.

Its gentle melody embraces the worries, anxieties, and hopes of the younger generation, resonating in the heart.

Released in September 2020 as Little Glee Monster’s 16th single and also included in their best-of album GRADATI∞N, the song was chosen as the set piece for the junior high school division of the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition in 2020 and 2021, and was also broadcast on NHK’s Minna no Uta.

It’s an excellent choice not only for performing as a choral piece but also for enjoying the joy of singing together with friends and peers.

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Become a flowerLyrics: Ikuya Sashida ・ jam / Composition: Ikuya Sashida ・ Toshiyuki Mori

[SSA Women’s Chorus] Become a Flower / ensemble LEMON

Become a flower Lyrics: Ikuya Sashida, jam / Composition: Ikuya Sashida, Toshiyuki Mori

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This is a ballad characterized by a gentle, translucent melody and the warm timbre of the piano.

Released in June 2012, it was chosen as the theme song for the NHK BS Premium period drama “Hidamari no Ki.” It also drew attention when figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu used it for his exhibition program.

The piece shines in women’s chorus as well, where its delicate harmonies and graceful melody highlight the soft beauty of female voices.

It’s an ideal choice for groups looking to take on choral singing.

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ECHOLittle Glee Monster

ECHO / Little Glee Monster

ECHOLittle Glee Monster

If you want to incorporate a trending song, we recommend “ECHO.” Haven’t you ever wanted to try Little Glee Monster’s beautiful harmonies? It might feel intimidating to sing alone, but if you split into parts with a group, you can sing without feeling shy.

And when a big group pulls off clean harmonies, it’s really moving, isn’t it? If you want to experience that feeling, go with “ECHO.” Since Little Glee Monster is a female vocal group, it’s also a great choice for girls’ schools.

Try adding a trendy song to your choir and stand out from other classes.

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In conclusion

I introduced some recommended choral pieces for high school students.

Works originally composed as choral music are wonderful, but choral arrangements of classics and the latest hits are also fresh and appealing.

If you add your own arrangements to make them original, your performance will be even more memorable.