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

TOMORROWMayo Okamoto

Let's Sing, Japan - TOMORROW (Mayo Okamoto), SSA arrangement (arr. Harumi Misawa)

If you want to sing a choral piece with a strong message, TOMORROW is highly recommended.

Just listening to the lyrics is encouraging, and in chorus the song can energize people even more.

It’s perfect for those who prefer conveying a message through song rather than chasing trends.

It’s also a song that many parents’ generation knows, so multiple generations can enjoy it together.

Since many people come to watch choral performances, choosing something widely known can be a good criterion.

In such cases, try selecting TOMORROW.

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kinoshita ayaka

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IN TERRA PAX – Peace on EarthSakushi: Tsurumi Masao, Sakkyoku: Ogikubo Kazuaki

IN TERRA PAX Peace on Earth (from the mixed chorus suite “IN TERRA PAX Peace on Earth”)

“IN TERRA PAX – Peace on Earth” was created around the theme of love on a global scale.

The newly written lyrics by Masao Tsurumi and the expansive, open-hearted melody composed by Kazuaki Ogikubo leave a strong impression.

Originally, it was produced as one piece within a suite themed on war and peace.

Its passionate sound, conveying a powerful will, is sure to give you courage.

This is a choral work we especially hope high school students—on the cusp of adulthood—will sing with heartfelt intent.

Please showcase the dynamic resonance of mixed chorus.

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mutō

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dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo

2015 Tokunoshima Chorus Festival – Tokunoshima High School Music Club, Yo Hitoto “Hanamizuki”

Yo Hitoto’s “Hanamizuki” is a classic beloved as a choral piece at schools across Japan.

The original track even features choir-style backing vocals, and in the latter half the chorus is sung a cappella.

The song was also used in episode 7 of the 2015 drama “Omotesando Koukou Gasshoubu!” which focuses on a high school choir.

When Yo Hitoto appeared on TBS’s 2018 program “Ongaku no Hi,” she took the stage with 62 high school students from Taiwan and Japan to perform a choral rendition.

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Hamada Takuya

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contrailArai Yumi

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When it comes to Yumi Matsutoya’s classic songs that are also popular as choral pieces, the 1973 release Hikoukigumo (Voyage) surely comes to mind.

It was a hit when it first came out and later became the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s film The Wind Rises, making it a beloved track across generations.

Choral arrangements have been published in various versions by many different publishers.

Matsutoya’s signature simple, wistful melody suits choral music perfectly.

Try finding a choral arrangement you like and give it a go!

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Hamada Takuya

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Unchanging Thingssakushi: yamazaki tomoko / sakkyoku: yamazaki tomoko

The Unchanging Things [Chorus] / With Lyrics / Singing Practice / Graduation Song #Chorus #ClassChorus #GraduationSong #ChorusContest

The bonds nurtured through the days we spent together will never fade, even when we are apart.

This work is a choral piece that gently weaves together those unchanging feelings.

The lyrics and music are by Tomoko Yamazaki, who has created numerous beloved songs such as “Taisetsu na Mono” and “Te no Hira wo Kazashite.” It was newly written for the collection “Tomoko Yamazaki ~ Original Songs ~ (Mixed Voices),” published by Kyoiku Geijutsu Sha in July 2010.

While carrying the sorrow of parting, it portrays the resolve to look ahead and step forward, set to a sincere and beautiful melody.

Both mixed-chorus and equal-voice versions are available, making it a welcome choice that can be selected to suit a school’s size and ensemble configuration.

Time Travelersakushi: Fukada Junko, sakkyoku: Hashimoto Shōji

Time Traveler

“Travelers of Time” is a classic favorite in middle and high school choir competitions.

It was composed by Shōji Hashimoto, a musician known for his many choral works.

The piece features a classical melody that evokes hope for a bright future.

Its fresh, invigorating sound suits high school students in their youth, leaving a strong impression.

With a structure in which the main melody shifts, it lends itself to showcasing vibrant choral work in mixed three-part harmony.

How about singing this choral piece that conjures images of clear skies and natural landscapes?

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mutō

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Blue BenchSasuke

2014 School Year Choir Competition: "Blue Bench"

When it comes to hit songs by Sasuke, the one by Yuta Shimizu and Yuji Okuyama is “Aoi Bench” (“Blue Bench”).

Released in 2004 as their debut single, it reached No.

8 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

In 2008, it was included in music textbooks and has since become a staple for junior high and high school choral competitions.

It’s a heartbreak song that conveys bittersweet emotions, so hearing it sung by students in their youth really resonates.

The upbeat, rhythmic melody can be a bit challenging, but give it a try!

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Hamada Takuya

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