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[Elementary School Chorus Songs] A comprehensive showcase from moving masterpieces to the latest hit tunes!
In elementary schools, students often perform choral singing in various settings.
While choral pieces add a vibrant touch to school events, many teachers may struggle with song selection.
In this article, we introduce recommended choral songs for elementary school students.
We’ve picked a wide range—from songs commonly sung in music class and classic graduation pieces to trending J-pop hits.
All are masterpieces that will bring out the brilliance of children’s pure voices, so please use this as a reference.
[Elementary School Chorus Songs] A comprehensive showcase from moving classics to the latest hit tunes! (1–10)
Born on this planetLyrics and Composition: Sugimoto Ryūichi
This is a gem of a choral piece that extols the wonder of living amid the cosmos and the great outdoors.
Composed by Ryuichi Sugimoto, it beautifully blends a gentle, warm melody with heartwarming lyrics filled with love and hope.
Since it aired in August 1996 as the second ending theme for NHK’s “Ikimono Chikyu Kikou” (The Living Earth Travelogue), it has been highly acclaimed in educational settings and widely cherished as a choral song in elementary schools across Japan.
Gaining even more brilliance when sung in harmony with friends, it is often performed at choral competitions and school events, gently conveying to the children who will shape the future the preciousness of life and the importance of holding onto their dreams.
Always!Sakushi sakkyoku: Wakamatsu Kan
A choral piece by Kan Wakamatsu that combines upbeat, friendly lyrics with a bright musical tone.
Centered on themes of friendship and the pursuit of dreams, its heartwarming message about the importance of bonds with peers and taking action blends beautifully with a gentle melody that speaks to children.
The simple arrangement—anchored by piano accompaniment—and the singable melodic line make it perfect for school events such as music assemblies and graduation ceremonies.
As you sing together, you’ll be reminded anew: “I’m so glad I met you, and I’m so glad we became friends.”
ultramarineOda Miki
This is a song with a beautiful, moving melody and a powerful message.
The lyrics were written in part by the 2012 graduates of Odaka Junior High School in Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture, and their experiences during the earthquake disaster are woven into the words.
The feelings for friends connected under the blue sky are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.
The CD was released in September 2014, and on the 2013 “24-Hour Television” program, a joint chorus performance by Kanjani Eight and the students of Odaka Junior High School was showcased.
It’s a recommended song not only for those who experienced the disaster, but also for anyone who has been separated from loved ones.
Through this song, why not reflect on the importance of the bonds between people?
My BalladSakushi sakkyoku: Matsui Takao
Composed in 1987, this song has been passed down and sung at elementary and junior high schools across the country.
It is a choral piece with a strong message that conveys the spirit of helping one another.
In 2015, it was used as an insert song in episode 3 of the drama “Omotesando High School Chorus,” and in 2019 it was performed at an award ceremony recognizing the volunteer activities of Nagasaki Municipal Sanwa Junior High School, earning high acclaim in society.
The song is distinguished by its choral-specific, beautiful triplet melody and lyrics filled with compassion.
It’s a perfect piece to connect everyone’s hearts at important, memorable moments such as graduation ceremonies, school festivals, and club presentations.
Until the world becomes oneMakaino Kōji
With Koji Makaino’s warm melody and Goro Matsui’s heart-touching lyrics, this is a song that connects everyone’s hearts.
Released in May 2002 as Ya-Ya-yah’s debut single, it was also used as the ending theme for the NHK Educational TV anime Nintama Rantarō.
The lyrics, which gently tell you that you’re not alone even in tough times, are sure to lift your spirits.
It’s perfect as a chorus piece for elementary school students.
Along with their pure voices, it will surely become a cherished memory.
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.
everythingSakushi: Sakura Momoko / Sakkyoku: Aizawa Naoto
A song that refreshingly portrays the pure hearts of children.
With approachable lyrics by Momoko Sakura that candidly express everyday feelings, and a gentle, simple yet moving melody, it creates a sense of unity through choral singing.
Featured on the album “Zenbu Koko ni,” the piece was also highlighted in the 2015 TBS drama “Omotesando Koukou Gasshoubu!” It’s widely beloved in elementary school music classes and choral festivals, and sheet music with a CD arranged for graduation ceremonies has also been published.
A perfect song for elementary school students that stays close to children’s hearts in a variety of settings.
See?Matsushita Kou
A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of human connection.
Born from a project following the Great East Japan Earthquake, this piece delivers the message “You are not alone” with a bright, conversational tone.
Released in 2011, it has been cherished by many choirs.
With the power to unite people’s hearts through music, it’s perfect for school events and choral competitions.
Highly recommended for those striving to overcome difficult times or wishing to strengthen bonds with their friends.
Earth Star Song ~For Smiles~Sakushi sakkyoku: Mimasu
This choral piece was born from the awe of a round-the-world journey, unfolding on a grand scale that seems to embrace both the cosmos and the Earth.
The brilliance of rainbows and starry skies that Mimasu witnessed in various countries is beautifully expressed through a melody that shifts from minor to major.
Following “COSMOS,” which was adopted as the theme song for Star Week supported by the Ministry of Education and the National Astronomical Observatory, this work has become another signature piece, beloved by elementary schools and choirs across Japan.
The pure voices of children singing of the universe, the Earth, and peace will gently illuminate our hopes for the future.
Flower of ThanksSakushi Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu
This heartwarming piece was released in September 2009 as the “Song of the Month” on NHK’s children’s program Okaasan to Issho.
Created by Osamu Sakata, it expresses gratitude by likening it to flowers, gently portraying the feelings of thankfulness that emerge in everyday life.
Its simple, approachable melody naturally resonates with children, fostering a bright and positive outlook.
It’s a perfect song to be performed with children’s pure voices at memorable occasions such as kindergarten and school graduation ceremonies.