[Choral Music] Recommended for Middle Schoolers! A Collection of Moving Choral Works & Choral Arrangements
In junior high school, there are many opportunities to perform choral pieces as a class or grade.
Music classes, choir competitions, school events like entrance and graduation ceremonies, and more.
In particular, it seems that more schools are putting effort into choir competitions.
However, when you want to “deliver a highly polished performance” or “choose songs that will stand out without overlapping with other classes,” selecting the repertoire can be difficult, and many teachers likely struggle with it every year.
In this article, we’ve picked out recommended choral pieces for junior high school students.
From classics to hidden gems, we’ll introduce moving works along with videos—please use them as a reference!
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[Choral Pieces] Recommended for Middle School Students! A Collection of Moving Choral Works & Choral Arrangements (131–140)
Cherry Blossom RainHatsune Miku
Its warm melody, filled with gratitude for the days spent together, the sorrow of parting, and hope for the future, vividly evokes the scene of cherry blossoms dancing in the air.
Released on Niconico in 2008, this piece has been sung at junior high and high school graduation ceremonies across Japan and is beloved as a choral work.
It was also included in the PlayStation game “Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA F 2nd,” captivating many fans alongside footage of school uniforms.
It is a perfect song for occasions like graduation ceremonies and choral competitions, where you want to unite hearts with your companions and convey your feelings.
Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN
A song beloved by many as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Yell.” Its warm melody—born from the fusion of a grand piano tone, string arrangements, and rich harmonies—and its lyrics, which speak to the preciousness of life and the depth of friendship, resonate deeply.
Released in June 2020 as GReeeeN’s 34th single, the track offered support during the harsh days of the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a message of encouragement that reached far and wide, helping people find light even in the darkness.
Performed in concerts or choirs, it can help an entire audience share the importance of supporting one another.
Mysteries of the Sea
It was composed as the set piece for the junior high school division of the 1989 NHK National School Music Competition.
It is often sung at junior high school choral contests.
There are versions for three-part mixed chorus and three-part female chorus.
This beautiful piece depicts the mysterious character of the sea.
HikariSakushi: Seto Saori / Sakkyoku: Matsushita Kou
A choral piece that unfolds with a grand, musical-like atmosphere, as if watching a scene from a musical.
It was created using a poem selected as an outstanding work for the 70th anniversary of NHK’s All-Japan School Music Competition.
At the beginning of the piece, a pitch-dark world without light spreads out, and as the music progresses, the lyrics and melody express the gradual emergence of light.
The gradually shifting musical flow, as well as the change of meter partway through, are challenging points.
Make sure to learn the rhythms firmly, and sing while fully sensing the worldview expressed in the piece!
Lapis-Lazuli EarthMatsuda Seiko
A work released by Seiko Matsuda in 1986, often featured as an exceptionally moving, tear-jerking song.
It’s a gentle ballad whose grand worldview and tender lyrics resonate in the heart.
While it’s known as a standard choral piece for junior high students, its relatively mature feel also makes it a good fit for high school graduation scenes.
Its straight, beautiful harmonies and a message that seems to bless the future will sink into the feelings of those setting out on a new journey.
Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi
A timeless masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya that gently embraces nostalgic memories and bittersweet farewells.
The lyrics, woven with feelings for someone dear, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in October 1994 and used as the theme song for an NHK morning drama series, this piece is also highly popular as a choral work and cherished by many women’s choirs.
It’s perfect for choral performances at school events such as graduation ceremonies.
Clear voices and beautiful harmonies will fill the venue with a warm atmosphere.
I want to become the wind.THE BOOM
Set to a samba rhythm, this classic sings of freedom and joy.
Released by THE BOOM in 1995, it uses simple words to convey the importance of everyday happiness and encounters with loved ones.
The lively sound woven by diverse percussion enhances the joy of singing together.
The unique fervor generated by the large chorus and samba rhythm makes listeners feel the pulse of life.
It’s easy to incorporate as a choral piece for school events or a dance at sports festivals, making it a perfect song for moments when you want to share a bright, uplifting feeling.