[Elementary School Chorus Songs] A comprehensive introduction from classic standards to the latest hit songs!

HAPPY MUSICSakushi Sakkyoku: Yugeda Kensuke

Whole-school chorus piece for the music concert | HAPPY MUSIC (elementary school chorus song)

A work wrapped in a bright, light pop sound and an uplifting message.

Inspired by travels across Japan in a camper van, this piece is included on the album “HAPPY MUSIC.” Its charm lies in a simple, approachable melody and lyrics overflowing with everyday joy and gratitude.

It’s well-suited for choral singing and acoustic guitar accompaniment, making it ideal as a choral piece to enliven school events.

A heartwarming song where the pure voices of children truly shine.

Small WorldDizunī

Small World ☆ Kumamoto Children's Choir

“It’s a Small World,” the song featured in Tokyo Disneyland’s popular attraction of the same name, was created by the Sherman Brothers, who worked on many Disney songs.

The same song is used in the identical attractions found in various countries around the world.

It conveys a straightforward, warm wish for peace—that everyone around the globe can live together in harmony without conflict.

With its simple, easy-to-remember melody and lyrics, even lower elementary school children can enjoy singing it!

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SAKI

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Bridge of Gloryyuzu

YELL — choral version

This is the 21st single by the folk duo Yuzu, used as the official theme song for NHK’s Athens Olympic broadcasts.

Its powerful message—that there are places you can only reach through relentless effort—resonates deeply, with lyrics that strikingly mirror the spirit of athletes.

The dynamic, catchy melody and positive lyrics also make it a great fit for an elementary school chorus.

It’s a song that encourages children to appreciate the importance of hard work by singing it.

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Hoshino Takashi

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To the next sky

Two-part choral piece for the Risshiki and graduation ceremonies, “To the Next Sky” (Kurosawajiri Kita Elementary School)

This is a song that is often sung at elementary school graduation ceremonies.

With its clear, pure vocals that resonate in the heart, it expresses children’s hopes for the future and their gratitude to those around them.

As it is also included in textbooks, it is well-loved by many children.

Composed by Kensuke Yugeda, the song features lyrics and a warm melody that are perfect for the important milestone of graduation.

It can be called a classic that leaves a deep impression not only on graduates, but also on current students, teachers, and parents.

When everyone sings it together, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.

The house with the red roofKamishiba Hajime

Midorigaoka Elementary 'The House with the Red Roof' 2011-02-10

This is a song that was broadcast on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in 1989.

It appears in elementary school music textbooks and is widely loved not only as a choral piece but also as a recorder performance piece.

The sheet music is easy to obtain, and the choral arrangement is not very difficult.

Its somewhat calming melody brings a sense of comfort when you hear it coming from a school.

It’s a standard song that can be sung at various recitals without being limited by the occasion.

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kinya

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road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE

Michi (Road); EXILE (Ashikaga Children’s Choir)

It’s an essential, classic ballad for graduation season, where the sadness of parting and hope for the future intertwine.

With lyrics that resonate—filled with memories of special places and gratitude to those who supported you—it gives you the courage to take a new step.

Released in February 2007 as EXILE’s 23rd single, it’s also a commemorative work that achieved the 1,000th No.

1 in Oricon chart history.

It was used in commercials such as for “music.jp.” This release also includes a choral version, and it’s a standard often sung at actual graduation ceremonies.

Sung while reaffirming bonds with friends, it’s a song that will be deeply etched in children’s memories.

In springKinoshita Makiko

Makiko Kinoshita / “In Spring” (poem by Shuntaro Tanikawa) from the mixed chorus collection “Beyond the Horizon” — Shuichi Toma, Taiyo Kinoshita, Osaka Heinrich Schütz Chamber Choir

Makiko Kinoshita set one of Shuntaro Tanikawa’s poems to music, and a three-part mixed chorus version was released in 1989.

Because versions also exist in B-flat major for three-part treble voices and four-part male voices, the piece is popular as a choral work sung by a wide range of ages—from elementary school children to mothers’ choruses.

Many schools choose this piece as their free-choice work in nationwide choral competitions.