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[Choral Songs You Can Sing in English] Recommended Pieces for Choral Competitions Too!

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While singing in English might feel a bit intimidating, many people probably still harbor a longing to try it.

In this article, we’ve selected songs from film scores and Western pop music that are perfect for choral singing in English.

It’s easy to focus on how it sounds—thinking things like “I have to get close to a native accent”—but the top priority is understanding the song and uniting with your fellow singers to create music together!

Treasure your desire to sing choral pieces in English and dive into practice.

We also touch on the meaning of the lyrics and the films in which these songs appear, so please use this as a reference.

[Choral Songs You Can Sing in English] Recommended Pieces for Choir Competitions, Too! (11–20)

A Million DreamsPasek and Pau

A Million Dreams – The Greatest Showman Broadway | One Voice Children’s Choir Cover

A Million DreamsPasek and Pau

A heartwarming song born from the 2017 musical film The Greatest Showman.

With lyrics centered on childhood dreams and hope for the future, beautifully harmonized with a gentle, embracing melody, this piece is featured in a memorable scene early in the story.

Included on the film’s soundtrack album, The Greatest Showman: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, the song has been performed by choral groups around the world and has gained widespread popularity.

A variety of scores for different ensembles have been published, making it appealing for its flexibility in choosing the best arrangement to suit your members.

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A Whole New WorldAlan Menken

A Whole New World from Aladdin – The Magic of Voices (A Cappella)

A Whole New WorldAlan Menken

This song is known as a memorable love ballad from the Disney film Aladdin.

Its lyrics, themed around love, adventure, and a longing for freedom, combined with a beautiful melody that blends classical and pop elements, are truly captivating.

Because the melody’s range is relatively narrow, it’s easy to sing in a choral setting.

It’s a perfect choice not only for choir concerts and competitions, but also for weddings and school events—any occasion where you want to sing together with one heart.

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When You BelieveMariah Carey & Whitney Houston

When You Believe – The Prince of Egypt | One Voice Children’s Choir | Kids Cover (Official Video)

When You BelieveMariah Carey & Whitney Houston

A miraculous duet by global divas Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey from the United States.

It served as the theme song for the 1998 animated film The Prince of Egypt, and is a striking piece where the two artists’ vocal powers come together.

Although the media portrayed them as rivals, the actual recording took place in a warm, friendly atmosphere, resulting in a magnificent classic filled with conviction and hope.

It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 71st Oscars and reached a peak position of No.

15 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The English lyrics may seem challenging, but if you sing along with heart, you can convey the hopeful message this song carries.

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I’ve been working on the railroadamerika min’yō

[Full Ver.] Senro wa tsuzuku yo doko made mo (English Ver) – I’ve Been Working on the Railroad

I’ve been working on the railroadamerika min'yō

This is a folk song emblematic of the late 19th-century era of railroad construction in the United States, cherished by many as a traditional American tune.

Born as a work song that fostered solidarity among laborers and strengthened bonds with their comrades, it is now frequently performed in schools and by choral groups.

Despite its simplicity, the song’s bright, lively character creates a strong sense of unity among singers.

It is widely used in children’s television programs and educational videos, making it a perfect piece for discovering the joy of music through choral singing.

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The RoseBette Midler

The Rose – Bette Midler (Lyrics Subtitles) English & Japanese Lyrics

The RoseBette Midler

Bette Midler’s “The Rose” is distinguished by a melody that resonates deeply with the heart.

It served as the theme song for the 1979 film The Rose, which was inspired by Janis Joplin, a leading figure of 1960s hippie culture.

In this film, Bette Midler was nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal of a character modeled on Janis Joplin, and she won a Grammy for performing this song as the movie’s theme.

The melody is moving and captivating, and the lyrics carry a strong message of love, making it a perfect choice for choral singing.

Its slow tempo also makes it an accessible and highly recommended option for English-language choir pieces.

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