[Standard] A compilation of popular songs recommended for award ceremonies [Classical / BGM]
An awards ceremony is a classic feature at sports tournaments and school field days.
That moment when the lively buzz suddenly quiets down and everyone in the venue focuses on the winner—it brings a touch of tension and a sense of excitement, doesn’t it?
This time, we’ve put together a selection of BGM tracks to liven up your awards ceremony.
We’ve picked a wide range: from staple classical pieces to film scores and video game music.
If you start with this playlist, you’ll never struggle to find music for your ceremony!
Be sure to bookmark it!
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[Classics] A Collection of Recommended Popular Songs for Award Ceremonies [Classical/BGM] (21–30)
Under the banner of the double-headed eagleYōzefu Furantsu Wāgunā
The rhythmic classical piece with a light, lively trumpet timbre is “Under the Double Eagle.” It’s a march composed by Josef Franz Wagner, and in Japan it’s often heard at school sports festivals! Wagner is said to have composed it when he served as a bandmaster in the former Austria, that is, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, where the “double-headed eagle” in the title was a national symbol.
With its dignified presence, the piece is perfect for an awards ceremony honoring the winner! Be sure to play it at your venue!
Rocky Themebirukonti
It’s a classic known as a pinnacle of sports music.
With its exhilarating, powerful brass section and a melody that resonates with those who strive, this piece delivers a universal message of effort and challenge.
Composed for a film released in 1977, Bill Conti crafted it with great care to fit the scenes perfectly, all within a limited budget of $25,000.
It topped the Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Ideal as a cheer song for school sports days and athletic events, it’s widely loved as an encouraging anthem that most people have heard at least once and that boosts the determination to keep going.
[Classics] A Selection of Popular Songs Recommended for Award Ceremonies [Classical/BGM] (31–40)
The NutcrackerPyōtoru Chaikofusukī
It’s Trepak, also known as The Nutcracker, a piece that blends splendor with a touch of comedy.
Composed by the Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky, this ballet tells the story of a girl who receives a nutcracker as a Christmas Eve gift and embarks on a dreamlike journey with it.
Its lively atmosphere makes it an excellent choice for award ceremonies at school sports days or children’s athletic events.
Why not pick it as your background music?
TannhäuserRihyaruto Wāgunā
If you prefer something on the poppier side, I recommend Tannhäuser, composed by Richard Wagner.
Tannhäuser is officially titled Tannhäuser and the Singers’ Contest at Wartburg, a three-act opera, and the section often used at school sports festivals is the Grand March from Act II.
It’s also frequently used in commercials, so you’ve probably heard it at least once.
Using this piece is sure to give your awards ceremony a bright, uplifting atmosphere.
CarmenJoruju Bize
A piece you might immediately think of when you hear “sports day music” is Georges Bizet’s Carmen.
Its driving tempo makes it a popular choice for award ceremonies after footraces.
Since Carmen is said to stimulate competitiveness, it’s also recommended to play it during events! Many people may recognize it as the theme used on the popular TV show “Human Documentary Omoumai-ten.”
Fanfare ‘Splendor’bikutā ōkesutora
Fanfare Kabi is the perfect number for an awards ceremony honoring the winner, with trumpets resounding triumphantly right from the start.
Just as the title “Kabi” (meaning ornate or splendid) suggests, its brilliant and beautiful melody is sure to elevate the ceremony! You may have heard it as background music at weddings or horse races.
It’s highly recommended when you want to create a dazzling atmosphere for the ceremony and make it as grand as possible.
Why not choose it as your BGM?
In conclusion
I think it was a wide-ranging lineup, from grand classical numbers to movie music everyone knows, and even main themes from video games.
Did you find what you were looking for? Since game theme songs and Olympic fanfares are actually used at award ceremonies, they can really set the mood when they play.
Also, with classical music, there are many different arrangements of the same piece, so I encourage you to dig deeper and find the versions that suit you!