[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.
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[Elementary School Choir Songs] A comprehensive showcase from moving classics to the latest hit tunes! (21–30)
Somewhere on this EarthMiura Keiko
The lyrics carry the message that although everyone walks a different path, our hearts are connected as fellow beings living on the same Earth.
Composed by Kan Wakamatsu with lyrics by Keiko Miura, it was released in 1998.
It enjoys great popularity as a song performed at graduation ceremonies and in chorus competitions.
With its grand tone and melody, it’s a piece you’ll want to sing freely and expansively.
the world of dreamsHashimoto Yoshiji
A classic choral song.
With a gentle intro and an easy-to-follow structure, it’s easy even for elementary school students to sing.
Because the melody progresses smoothly, it’s immediately approachable even for first-time listeners and is sung at many schools.
On the other hand, that smooth progression makes how you express the chorus the key to elevating the overall quality.
It’s a song that is both easy to sing and, at the same time, challenging to express.
Smile AgainMari Nakayama
Smile Again is a song that brings smiles to both the children who sing it and the people who listen.
It was created by Mari Nakayama, a lyricist and composer known for many choral pieces frequently performed in elementary schools.
When you feel all alone or overwhelmed with fear, it’s easy to forget how to smile.
But no matter what happens, everything will be okay—there will come a day when you can smile again.
That uplifting message is what this song delivers.
If you have a friend or family member who’s feeling down, try singing it while thinking of them—and of their smile.
On the Day of DepartureSakamoto Hiromi
This is a song that has become a standard for graduation ceremonies, taking the place of “Aogeba Tōtoshi.” If you’re young, you’ve probably heard it or sung it at least once.
Since it’s only divided into male and female parts, it’s relatively easy to sing.
The main highlight of this piece is, without question, the explosive finish.
The key is to build a sudden surge of energy from the calm delivery up to that point.
It’s also a song that feels great to sing.
Precious thingssakushi sakkyoku: Yamazaki Tomoko
In school life, the time you spend with friends is indispensable and becomes precious memories, isn’t it? This choral piece expresses the feeling of looking back on those irreplaceable moments shared with friends and being filled with gratitude.
Its message encourages us not to take the time we have together for granted, but to cherish the present.
The lyrics are written in simple language, making it easy for anyone to relate.
If you sing while picturing the friends by your side and the many memories you share, you’ll be able to put even more feeling into it.
Caribbean Dream JourneySakushi: Hirano Yukari / Sakkyoku: Hashimoto Shōji
Set in the Caribbean, this piece portrays children pursuing adventure and dreams.
Released in 1989, it deftly balances the protagonist’s quest for dreams with the romance of pirates amid a sweeping tale of adventure.
Its gradually accelerating tempo captivates young listeners.
Featured in Kyoiku Geijutsu-sha’s junior high school music textbook “Music for Junior High School 1,” it has been widely sung at choral competitions and school events.
A heartwarming choral work that adds color to school memories.
To the EarthLyrics and Composition: Hanzaki Yoshiko
A grand ballad themed around environmental issues and love for our planet.
Misako Hanazaki’s clear, translucent vocals, together with the gentle tones of piano and strings, envelop the listener’s heart.
Released as a digital-only single in November 2021 and later included on the August 2022 album “Utaben 3,” this piece has, since 2024, been featured in fifth-grade music textbooks and cherished as a choral song in elementary schools across Japan.
Combined with children’s pure voices, it offers listeners a chance to reflect on the preciousness of the Earth.