[Elementary School Chorus Songs] A comprehensive showcase from moving masterpieces to the latest hit tunes!

hometownarashi

Furusato Chorus (Arashi Version)

This is a popular song created for the 61st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, which later aired on Minna no Uta and was adapted into a drama, earning widespread support across various fields.

It’s a track by the national idol group Arashi, released in 2010, and included on the 2015 album Japonism.

Many people may have actually sung it at graduation ceremonies and the like.

As the title “Furusato” suggests, its lyrics evoke a nostalgic worldview centered on one’s hometown.

Singing it might even make you grow fonder of the place you live now.

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Araki Jakkan

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The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 16th 'The Meaning of Goodbye' Best Shot Version.

Let me introduce a song that teaches us that parting is not a sad ending, but a step toward the future.

Nogizaka46’s “Sayonara no Imi” features lyrics that hold the strength to face forward even amid heartache, gently encouraging those who are setting off on a new journey.

Released in November 2016, it is the group’s 16th single and their first to achieve million sales.

It’s also known for being performed by Nanami Hashimoto as center during her final stage at the 67th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.

Its warm message—don’t fear goodbyes, and cherish the miracle of having met—will surely resonate deeply with elementary school students about to graduate.

When you feel the sadness of parting from friends, this is a song that will quietly give you courage.

Memory of LifeNikaidou Kazumi

EMF2-0027 Memories of Life [Two-Part Female Chorus]

This piece features a slow tempo with a relaxed melody and wonderfully philosophical lyrics.

The rhythm is unhurried and the melodic range is narrow, making it exceptionally easy to sing.

The highlight is its profound lyrics centered on the theme of life.

Although it’s a choral work that even elementary school children can sing, its thought-provoking words earn nothing but praise from adults as well.

It’s a choral song that fills you with a warm desire to cherish life.

Ride a hot air balloon to the ends of the earthHirayoshi Takeshu

Riding a Balloon to Anywhere / Lupin the Third Theme — Chorus and Ensemble at Masuda Elementary School’s 60th Tanegashima Nakatanegashima Town School Music Festival

The clapping in the chorus is striking, isn’t it? This is the popular choral piece “Kikyū ni Notte Doko made mo” (Riding a Balloon to Anywhere), composed by Takeshi Hiyoshi with lyrics by Tatsuo Azuma.

Just like in the song, there are times when you suddenly feel like going somewhere far away for no particular reason, right? It makes you wonder what might be beyond that sky… That sense of excitement really comes through in the lyrics and the melody.

When people think of choral songs, some may strongly associate them with tear-jerking graduation tunes, but uplifting, hope-filled pieces like this are wonderful too.

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Araki Jakkan

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Carrying Yousakushi: miyazaki hayao / sakkyoku: hishashi jō

Carrying You (Two-Part Chorus)

Carried by many voices in choruses and ensembles over the years, “Carrying You” is the theme song of Studio Ghibli’s Castle in the Sky, known across all generations from children to adults.

The lyrics were written by the film’s director, Hayao Miyazaki; the music was composed by Joe Hisaishi, who has worked on numerous Ghibli scores; and the song was performed by Azumi Inoue.

The lyrics, which evoke the story, are sung over a mature, wistful melody.

The harmonies—especially in the higher parts—are particularly beautiful, so upper grades should definitely try their hand at harmonizing!

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SAKI

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MUSICYugeda Kensuke

Opening song of the concert | MUSIC (Imari Elementary School Ver.)

It’s the song “MUSIC,” which is performed with dancing to match the music.

The lyrics—written and composed by Kensuke Yugeda—carry the message that music is a magic we all share, reflecting his wish for a sense of unity among children.

Moving the body helps project the voice, so even shy kids might find themselves speaking up.

It may be difficult at first, but singing while matching the movements makes the lyrics easier to remember and is perfect for choral singing.

It’s a bright, refreshing piece that’s likely to bring smiles to listeners’ faces.

Small CourageSakushi Sakkyoku: Togano Tomoko

Small Courage

Set against the flow of passing time, this choral piece invites listeners to look back on their memories and recognize the people who have supported them.

It conveys a firm resolve to carry forward the kindness one has received and pass it on to others.

Built primarily for two-part unison chorus, it’s easy to structure and offers the fun of canonic, call-and-response singing.

Precisely because it’s a simple two-part arrangement, the theme of mutual support embedded in the music stands out even more.

Singing while recalling the days spent supporting the person beside you will help you pour even more feeling into the performance.

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