[2026] Let's Sing at the Chorus Competition! A Roundup of Recommended Western Songs
When it comes time to choose a piece for the chorus competition, I think many people are thinking, “We don’t want to overlap with other classes!” Since it’s a special competition, you want to pick songs that are uniquely yours and show a performance that stands out from the rest.
In times like that, singing Western music is highly recommended! So in this article, I’ll introduce lots of Western songs that are great for choral performances.
I’ve included not only timeless classics but also recent pop hits, so please use this as a reference when selecting your piece.
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[2026] Try Singing at the Choir Contest! Recommended Western Songs (11–20)
What Was I Made ForBillie Eilish
Softly voicing the loneliness and solitary emotions of the smartphone generation, American artist Billie Eilish has drawn attention as an icon of Gen Z.
Written specifically for the film Barbie, this piece is a heartwarming slow number, with a lightly lingering piano arrangement that leaves a distinct impression.
Co-produced with her brother Finneas, the track features an exceptionally gentle melodic line unlike anything she has done before.
The lyrics question one’s sense of self and the meaning of life, seamlessly intertwining the inner worlds of the doll Barbie and Eilish herself, resonating deeply with many listeners.
Released in July 2023, the song achieved both commercial and critical success, including winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
The emotions woven together with her crystalline vocals also make it an ideal choice for choral arrangements.
Time After TimeCyndi Lauper
A beautiful ballad released in January 1984 by American songstress Cyndi Lauper, who took the world by storm with her four-octave voice and unconventional fashion.
Born from heartbreak, this song conveys a timeless bond of love with simple yet profound lyrics, spending two consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Set against synthesizers and a gentle drum beat, her tender, resonant vocals deliver a warm emotion that sinks deep into the heart.
Beloved across generations, this classic has been featured in the Netflix series Stranger Things and has been covered by numerous artists, including Miles Davis and P!nk.
It will surely be performed on her farewell tour in Japan in April 2025.
When singing it as a chorus, uniting your hearts and expressing it with care will create a performance that truly moves the audience.
Champagne SupernovaOasis
A band that represents the UK rock scene, Oasis released a track on their 1995 album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? that stands as a seven-minute epic incorporating elements of psychedelic rock.
Its gradual build from a relaxed tempo and its dreamlike lyrical world offer a universal appeal that invites each listener’s own interpretation.
The song reached No.
1 on the U.S.
Modern Rock Tracks chart, and a slowed-down version is used in the film The Electric State, scheduled for release in 2025.
Oasis, who announced their reunion in August 2024, are set to embark on the world tour “OASIS LIVE 25” in 2025, with performances planned in Japan as well.
Through choral performance, the song’s grand and beautiful melody can be reimagined in a different form.
My ImmortalEvanescence
A rock ballad that begins with a gentle piano melody and features Amy Lee’s crystalline vocals that resonate with the heart.
Released in 2003 by the American band Evanescence from their major-label debut album Fallen, the song is a poignant work depicting longing for the departed and the pain of farewell.
The quiet piano gradually builds into a full band sound, unfolding into a cinematic, grand atmosphere.
It was also included on the soundtrack of the film Daredevil and garnered such a response that it was certified Gold.
The song was nominated for Best Rock Video at the 2004 MTV Video Music Awards, and its dreamlike, black-and-white music video is another highlight.
If you’re performing it as a choir, you might make the most of the ballad-like first half and express it together with one heart.
Circle of LifeElton John
It is a provocative work that evokes the cycle of life and the grandeur of nature as depicted in the opening of Disney’s The Lion King.
Counted among the crowning achievements of Elton John’s career, this signature song appears on the album The Lion King: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.
Upon its release on August 9, 1994, it was accompanied by a legendary anecdote: lyricist Tim Rice handed over the lyrics at 2 p.m., and Elton completed the composition and a demo recording in just an hour and a half.
By letting students resonate with its sweeping melody, it’s a captivating piece that can foster a strong sense of unity among classmates.