[Choral Songs You Can Sing in English] Recommended Pieces for Choral Competitions Too!
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.
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[Choral Songs You Can Sing in English] Recommended Pieces for Choir Competitions, Too! (11–20)
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.
I’ve been working on the railroadAmerican folk song
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.
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.
I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder
This song, “I Just Called To Say I Love You,” was such a global hit that there’s hardly anyone who doesn’t know it, right? It’s a ballad released by Stevie Wonder in 1984.
Because it’s slow-tempo, it’s easy to sing in English as a chorus, so I highly recommend it.
It’s a masterpiece among masterpieces—try performing this beloved song with choral harmonies.
After taking on the challenge, I think you’ll feel both a sense of accomplishment and a wonderful sensation.
When You Wish Upon a StarCliff Edwards
The Japanese title is “When You Wish Upon a Star.” In the 1940 Disney film Pinocchio, the theme song “When You Wish Upon a Star” is sung by Cliff Edwards.
This piece is an iconic song that represents Disney, and it was ranked 7th on the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 greatest movie songs.
Disney songs really lead you into a world of dreams! Singing such a magical choral piece in English would surely be cool! Since it’s slow-tempo, I think, “You can definitely do it!” It’s a song I’d love for you to practice and take on as a challenge.
Hail Holy QueenDeloris Van Cartier
Sister Act, a classic film that continues to be loved by many viewers, is a heartwarming music-centered movie in which a struggling singer transforms a convent choir so dramatically that she gradually gains recognition from the townspeople and the convent community.
The film features numerous iconic songs, and among them, the most memorable is surely Hail Holy Queen, the first piece performed by the newly evolved choir.
Although it’s a traditional Christian hymn, this rendition is arranged with a decidedly groovy and lively vibe.
As a choral piece, some parts feature frequent improvisational embellishments, but the basic main melody is fairly easy to sing—so consider adding it to your repertoire.
[Choral Songs You Can Sing in English] Recommended Pieces for Choir Competitions, Too! (21–30)
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.