Classical Masterpieces: Recommended Works You Should Hear at Least Once

Classical music, the foundation of all music.

It began with chants sung in churches and led to the birth of countless composers and works.

In Japan, classical music remains close to us even today—taught in music classes and played as background music in a variety of settings.

In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of classical pieces: from famous works you’ve likely heard somewhere at least once, to lesser-known pieces that will still linger in your ears.

Please enjoy these masterpieces of classical music—performed in many forms, from sacred music and symphonies to piano solos and concertos, including works arranged for different instruments.