[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 Songs] Recommended for Junior High Students! A Collection of Moving Choral Works & Choral Arrangements (11–20)
March 9Remioromen
A song marked by lyrics full of kindness and a memorable melody.
Created to celebrate a member’s friend’s wedding, it gently portrays moments that evoke the changing seasons and feelings of gratitude toward loved ones.
The transition from a calm tone to a soaring chorus showcases Remioromen’s signature delicacy of expression.
Released in March 2004, the song drew wide attention as an insert track in the Fuji TV drama “1 Litre of Tears.” It’s a moving piece often performed at important gatherings—such as choirs and graduation ceremonies—where people come together.
Eyes of the heartSakamoto Kyu
Kyu Sakamoto’s final work, which Japan is proud to claim, is “Kokoro no Hitomi” (“Eyes of the Heart”).
After a middle school music teacher heard the song on the last radio program Sakamoto appeared on during his lifetime, they arranged it for chorus for their students, leading to its spread as a choral piece.
It was later included as a choral song in middle school music textbooks.
“Kokoro no Hitomi” is a love song from Sakamoto to his wife, and its lyrics, filled with family love, are perfect for middle schoolers with open hearts.
It’s definitely a song I’d love to see performed at a choral competition where families come to watch!
MiracleGReeeeN
GReeeeN’s “Kiseki” is a song that celebrates both the “traces” of time spent together and the “miracle” of having met.
It’s perfect for performing with classmates who share school life.
With its simple melody that’s easy to memorize, it should be manageable even when you don’t have much time to practice.
Let the whole class come together, practice steadily, and create a wonderful harmony.
knot; tie; bind; concludemiwa
A heartwarming ballad themed around human connections and bonds.
Chosen as the set piece for the junior high school category of the NHK National School Music Competition, this work showcases Miwa’s delicate sensibilities.
Its simple yet powerful melody and her warm vocals weave a gentle worldview that moves listeners’ hearts.
It was performed at the 67th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in collaboration with the Kumamoto City Obiyama Junior High School Choir, leaving a deep impression on many.
Designed with junior high school vocal ranges in mind, it’s perfect for choir competitions and school events.
to youMONGOL800
This is a song by the rock band MONGOL800.
It began to be performed as a choral piece after it was used as the final scene’s choir song in the 2008 film “Utatama♪.” It’s a song that expresses feelings for someone special and fills you with warmth.
Wasted wishesAKB48
A track notable for its unusual 6/8 time signature and a mysterious melody reminiscent of Russian folk songs.
AKB48’s expressive harmonies pair perfectly with the original choreography, which evokes a wizard manipulating dolls.
Released in May 2017, the piece was broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” and was also selected as the required song for the Junior High School Division of the 84th NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
Its appeal as a choral work is fully brought out, making it a song you’ll want to perform in school music classes and choir competitions.
Recommended as a piece that invites singers to reflect together on the meaning of making dreams and wishes come true.
[Choral Music] Recommended for Junior High Students! A Collection of Moving Choral Works & Choral Arrangements (21–30)
Riding a hot-air balloon, anywhere and everywhereSakushi: Azuma Tatsuo / Sakkyoku: Hirayoshi Takeyasu
A captivating song with a heart-thrilling world of “traveling through the sky in a hot-air balloon.” Since being selected as a required piece for the NHK National School Music Competition in 1974, it has remained a beloved classic for many years.
It was also used as the ending theme for the anime Nichijou, engraving itself even more deeply in people’s hearts.
Because it can be sung in various choral formats—such as equal-voice two-part and mixed three-part—it’s perfect for school events.
Add some handclaps and sing it with lots of energy!