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

Country RoadHon’na Yoko

[Choral Version] Country Road

Known as the theme song of Whisper of the Heart, this piece is filled with a warmth that gently embraces the listener.

Its lyrics carefully weave the feelings of a young person setting off from their hometown to walk their own path in life, resonating with each listener’s own journey and offering a gentle push forward.

Released in June 1995, the song initially struggled to gain traction, but went on to become a long-running hit.

It was re-released in 2000 and 2004, and has since become recognized, in both name and reality, as an enduring classic.

It is also popular as a choral piece, making it a perfect choice for milestone events like graduation ceremonies and school festivals, where people set out into new worlds.

As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE

EME-C3138 Again and Again / DREAMS COME TRUE [Mixed Chorus, 3 Parts]

An inspiring anthem by DREAMS COME TRUE that celebrates the strength to rise again and again.

Released in February 2005 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3),” the track reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With its warm melody that empathizes with those striving to overcome setbacks and its grand arrangement, the song leaves a lasting impression.

It is also included on the album “THE LOVE ROCKS” and is beloved across generations.

A heartwarming piece that gently teaches the importance of believing in yourself and continuing to move forward when faced with difficulties—perfect for a choral performance at a school festival or as a closing number for a class presentation.

Riding a hot-air balloon, anywhere and everywhereSakushi: Azuma Tatsuo / Sakkyoku: Hirayoshi Takeyasu

Riding a Hot-Air Balloon, Anywhere We Go [Tokyo Mixed Chorus]

Well-known as a children’s chorus piece, this song celebrates dreams and hopes of setting off toward unknown worlds in a balloon traveling across the vast sky.

Since being selected as the set piece for the NHK National School Music Competition in 1974, it has remained a beloved classic for many years.

It’s also included in elementary school music textbooks and is a popular choice often sung at school chorus contests.

Its lyrics and melody evoke the act of dreaming, making it a great crowd-pleaser for culture festivals and school fairs.

It’s recommended to sing it energetically with hand claps.

The song was also used as the ending theme for the anime “Nichijou,” so it’s familiar to anime fans as well.

Please give me wingsMurai Kunihiko

Please give me wings - chorus

“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.

ECHOLittle Glee Monster

ECHO / Little 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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Wakayama Prefectural Tanabe High School Choir – (8) Tsubomi

Released in March 2007 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad,” this Kobukuro track powerfully portrays the bond with a mother.

Set to a warm, acoustic guitar–driven sound, it expresses both the sense of loss after losing someone dear and the strength to overcome it.

It won the 49th Japan Record Award, and in March 2008 it was selected as the entrance march for the opening ceremony of the 80th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, earning widespread affection.

It’s a song that resonates in memorable moments like school festivals and graduation ceremonies.

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

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.